BA Physical Education and School Sport

The BA Physical Education and School Sport at Edge Hill University degree helps students understand the theory behind physical education in schools and the wider sporting community, while also building practical teaching skills. Students learn about children’s physical development, movement skills, and how different backgrounds influence engagement in physical activity.

The course is taught through a mix of lectures, seminars, workshops and practical sessions, using excellent sports facilities to support hands-on learning. A key feature of this course is its CIMSPA endorsement, which gives student membership for access to resources, lectures, placements and more.

Students build research, evaluation and data analysis skills that align with teaching fundamentals and support future professional roles over the first three years and study advanced topics such as special educational needs, complete a work placement and write a dissertation to deepen their knowledge in later years.

Edge Hill University is a well-established public university in Ormskirk, Lancashire, founded in 1885 as a teacher training college and later gaining full university status in 2006. It offers both undergraduate and postgraduate level courses across its faculties of Arts and Sciences, Education, and Health and Social Care. The university students study subjects such as Sport & Exercise Science, Sports Therapy, Sports Business Management, Education, Law, Engineering, Business, Medicine and the Arts. The university has a modern campus, excellent facilities and a supportive academic community.

Edge Hill University BA Physical Education and School Sport candidates are to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An educator or employer reference is also required, with an option to upload a CV to show relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants typically need 104–112 UCAS Tariff points, ideally including Physical Education or a Science subject. A combination of A‑Levels, BTEC (DMM), T Levels, Access to HE or equivalent qualifications is accepted as a way to achieve the points.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates without an English-speaking background need an IELTS score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
• An equivalent Secure English Language Test (SELT) is also accepted

International students of the BA Physical Education and School Sport at Edge Hill University tuition fee is £17,000 per year.

The university offers a range of scholarships and financial support options, one such, is the Undergraduate Development Scholarship, which gives up to £3,000 off first-year tuition fees, automatically considered for full-time overseas undergraduates.

Graduates of the BA Physical Education and School Sport at Edge Hill University are prepared for roles such as:

• Secondary School PE Teacher (via PGCE)
• Physical Education Lecturer
• Physical Education Officer
• Education Mental Health Practitioner
• Subject Coordinator (Physical Education)

Candidates of BA Physical Education and School Sport from Edge Hill University should visit the school's application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.