BSc Sport, Health and Physical Education (Full-time) (
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
About this course
BSc Hons in Sport, Health and Physical Education (Full-time), a sport and exercise sciences degree combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience in physical education and youth sport. The course involves a strong practical focus at all levels and features an independent research project in the final year alongside extensive placement opportunities linked with regional schools. The first year establishes fundamental understanding through modules such as Introduction to Human Physiology, Introduction to Human Nutrition, Introduction to Sport Psychology, and Introduction to Exercise Psychology. The second year builds upon this foundation with compulsory study in Health and Wellbeing in Education, Models-Based Practice in Physical Education and Sport, and Research in Sport, Health and Physical Education, alongside optional choices including Exercise Physiology and Sport Psychology. The final year focuses on advanced applications and professional practice through modules like Advanced Teaching and Coaching in Physical Activity, Curriculum Design and Assessment in Physical Education and Sport, Contemporary Issues for Children and Young People, and Work Placement in Sport and Health, concluding with an Independent Project.
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Entry requirements
88-104 UCAS Tariff Points Alternative entry routes If this course interests you, but you don’t have the entry requirements to join our bachelor’s degree you could consider: ‘with Foundation Year’ . This route is designed to give you extra support as it provides you with an additional year (full-time) of supported study. Once you successfully complete your Foundation Year studies, you will automatically advance onto the main degree. Certificate in Higher Education (CertHE). This is a one-year course and is equivalent to the first year of the three-year, full-time bachelor’s degree. Once you have successfully completed your CertHE studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remaining two years of the bachelor’s degree. These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 65%
- Gained a higher qualification: 15%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 22 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Sports and fitness occupations: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Therapy professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 1%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 80%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 41%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 37%
- Other qualifications: 7%
- No formal qualifications: 13%
Modules
- Facilitating Learning in the Outdoors
- Introduction to Exercise Psychology
- Introduction to Human Nutrition
- Introduction to Human Physiology
- Introduction to Teaching, Learning and Curriculum
- Introduction to Sport Psychology
- Creative Movement and Aquatic Activities
- Academic Skills (Sport, Health and Outdoor Education)
- Health and Wellbeing in Education
- Outdoor Learning to Support Health and Wellbeing
- Professional Development in Sport and Health
- Research in Sport, Health and Physical Education
- Models-Based Practice in Physical Education and Sport
- International Mobility Opportunity
- Exercise Physiology
- Exercise and Mental Health
- Psychology of Physical Activity Behaviour
- Sport Psychology
- Advanced Teaching and Coaching in Physical Activity
- Contemporary Issues for Children and Young People
- Curriculum Design and Assessment in Physical Education and Sport
- Independent Project (Sport, Health and Outdoor Education)
- Work Placement in Sport and Health
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sport, Health and Physical Education (Full-time) ( at University of Wales Trinity Saint David earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £17,500 after 3 years, £23,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,000 and £29,000. The £23,000 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Sport, Health and Physical Education (Full-time) ( at University of Wales Trinity Saint David do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sport, Health and Physical Education (Full-time) ( at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Sport, Health and Physical Education (Full-time) ( at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
The average entrant had 116 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Sport, Health and Physical Education (Full-time) ( at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
65% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.