University of East Anglia

BSc (Hons) Physical Activity and Health with a Year Abroad

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Empower people and change lives with our dynamic BSc in Physical Activity and Health with a Year Abroad. You'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to drive meaningful change and graduate ready to shape a healthier, more active world. On this course, you’ll blend scientific knowledge with the study of global issues and gain practical real-world experience.

You’ll build a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of physical education, sport, and health while studying the human body and the positive impact of physical activity on wellbeing. Taking a global perspective, you’ll examine the effects of physical inactivity across diverse populations and explore community-centred strategies for promoting healthy behaviours. You’ll learn how to challenge social inequalities and develop the skills to advocate for physical activity.

In your third year, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions across the globe. Previous students have studied in Europe, Asia, Australasia, and North America.

Key highlights

  • Third year studying abroad at a partner institution worldwide
  • Past destinations include Europe, Asia, Australasia and North America
  • Blends scientific study of the human body with global issues
  • Practical real-world experience built into the course
  • Explores community-centred strategies for promoting healthy behaviours
  • Develops skills to challenge inequalities and advocate for physical activity

Entry requirements

  • GCSE: C/4 — to include Science
  • International Baccalaureate: 32 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
  • Scottish Highers: AAABB — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
  • Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3

Careers this course leads to

  • Physical activity development officer
  • Health promotion specialist
  • Sports development officer
  • Public health practitioner
  • Community health and wellbeing coordinator
  • Exercise and fitness instructor

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,100 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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