Secondary Physical Education with QTS, BA (Hons)

For those passionate about physical education and sport, with a desire to inspire young learners and secure strong career prospects, this course offers an ideal pathway. The School of Education and Social Work, a premier provider of Initial Teacher Training in the West Midlands, partners with diverse secondary schools to deliver practical experience amid a rich tapestry of cultural, linguistic, and social influences. The Department of Sport and Exercise, within the School of Health Sciences, emphasizes excellence in areas like sport, exercise, therapy, physiotherapy, and physical education. Students benefit from a dynamic, practice-oriented environment that prepares them to teach physical education to pupils aged 11-16, with options for post-16 enhancement, supported by leading experts in PE and sports science.The curriculum includes key modules such as Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Physical Education, Professional Studies, School Placement, Skill Acquisition, Developing Pedagogy in Physical Education, Mastering Physical Education, and Professional Enquiry. Achieving qualified teacher status (QTS) at the secondary level is also offered, enabling graduates to teach in state schools in England and Wales.

Modules will cover topics such as: • Anatomy and Physiology • An Introduction to Physical Education • Professional Studies • School Placement • Skill Acquisition • Developing your pedagogy in Physical Education • Mastering Physical Education • Professional Enquiry