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Physical Education with QTS
- BSc (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 15/09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Sir Tom Cowie Campus
Course summary
Share your love of physical education. Train for a career where you will inspire and influence young people. Give them the motivation, confidence, competence and understanding to lead a physically active life.
BSc (Hons) Physical Education with QTS is a fast-track route into teaching, taking just three years to be a fully qualified PE teacher in secondary education.
Learning through classroom experience and applying theory to your teaching practice will develop the skills you need to teach young people in education.
During this PE teaching degree, you'll study the scientific principles of physical education and sport, with applied practical activities while developing your expertise in the classroom; all with the support of a strong partnership between the University and your placement school.
Modules
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Assessment method
Please visit the University's website for more information on our assessment methods.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Department for Children, Schools and Families
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Secondary
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Sir Tom Cowie Campus
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 15/09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P1X1
- Institution code:
- S84
- Campus name:
- Sir Tom Cowie Campus
- Campus Code:
- B
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Sunderland has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
Apply by
29 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:
- P1X1
- Institution code:
- S84
- Campus name:
- Sir Tom Cowie Campus
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are unsure whether you qualify as a UK, EU or international student, find out more in our Help and Advice article: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/help/international/your-application-and-offer/uk-eu-international/
If English is not your first language, you will also need International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 6.5 overall with 6.5 in writing and no other element lower than 6.0.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 - 104 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
You must also have five GCSEs at grade C or above, and these must include Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent qualifications. If you have studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above. We will only accept equivalencies from equivalencytesting.com.
T Level - M
In addition to academic qualifications, you must also:
Have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Disclose any criminal convictions (required by DES Circular 9/93)
Complete a medical pro forma (based on DFEE Circular 8/92)
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Health checks
- Interview
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you will also need International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at a score of 6.5 overall with 6.5 in writing and no other element lower than 6.0.
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.
Committed to supporting and nurturing all talented students. We believe a diverse student body benefits everyone. Our recruitment and application process is designed to encourage applicants with the potential to study with us.
Our admissions policy considers your personal circumstances and the educational context in which your achievements have been made. You could receive a reduced offer of up to 16 UCAS tariff points, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you select
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
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16500 | Year 1 |
| International | £16500 | Year 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.
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Course contact details
Main Contact
Email:student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk
Phone:0191 515 3000
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