Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

Whilst the course is academic, there are plenty of practical and hands-on opportunities for you to develop your understanding of physiology, skills and leadership that are required in sports. You’ll cover eight key areas including applied exercise physiology, skill acquisition, opportunities for participation, applied physiology to optimise performance, sports psychology, evaluating contemporary influences and an applied piece of coursework. You will be required to take note of your ideas and values as well as those of others when engaging in debates about past and current topics. You will need to acquire, develop and analyse skills both in the classroom and on the field of play