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Physical Education (Primary Years)

Course details
  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Bishop Otter Campus, Chichester

Course summary

Our BA (Hons) Physical Education Primary years degree is for those of you that are interested in learning what high-quality Physical Education entails for children aged 5-11.

If you are passionate about inspiring the next generation through high-quality primary education, this is the course for you.

Apply theory to practice:
The BA (Hons) Physical Education (Primary Years) degree allows you to apply theory to practice by working with children in a variety of contexts.

Throughout this degree programme you will deliver sessions in schools, organise festivals and learn alongside primary teachers in one of our partnership schools.

These varied teaching and learning environments integrated with creative assessments provides students with an engaging and relevant programme.

On this course you will:
Gain a thorough understanding of the intricacies of physical education at primary school level.
Apply theory to practice through our dedicated work placement schemes.
Learn from experienced professionals who will look to support you through your degree.
Be prepared for a career within primary education or coaching with young children.
The need for high quality PE in primary schools is ever increasing. This has been acknowledged by the Government and reflected in the recent doubling of the Sports Premium (funding designated to enhancing quality and provision of PE).

By studying this course, you will be introduced to the primary national curriculum and to developmentally appropriate activities and approaches to teaching. Upon completion of your course, you will have a thorough understanding of what makes good teaching and good progress.

Our aim is to train employable professionals who can go out there and inspire the next generation.

Highlights of this course:

  • Forest and beach school modules

  • Primary school placements

  • Highly practical

  • Option to swap between PE courses

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
6T30
Institution code:
C58
Campus name:
Bishop Otter Campus, Chichester
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 104 points

A level - BCC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM

Extended Project

The University positively welcomes the Extended Project Qualification and this will be taken into account in offers.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
Applicants who demonstrate relevant experience and / or understanding, as well as commitment to and enthusiasm for, the profession may receive a lower (grades) offer.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6No component less than 5.5
PTE Academic5050-57 and no lower than 50-57 in each component
TOEFL (iBT)79At least: 18 in Reading 17 in Listening 20 in Speaking 17 in Writing

Qualifications recognised for English language proficiency https://www.chi.ac.uk/study/international/english-language-requirements/

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

The University of Chichester contextual offer is a reduction of 16 UCAS tariff points (equivalent to two A-level grades or one BTEC grade) for all eligible undergraduate degree courses. For foundation year courses, the reduction is 8 UCAS tariff points. For details of eligibility, please visit our website using the link below.

Learn more on the University of Chichester website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU£9535Year 1
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
Channel Islands£9535Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535Year 1
International£16800Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

EU undergraduate students are charged the same fee as UK Home students.

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