Overview

Physical Education and Health P-12 from Western Washington University is unique, in that it consists of Physical Education pedagogy with practicum experiences at the elementary, middle, high school, and college levels in diverse teaching environments which allow our students concentrated time to develop teaching strategies while working with children and adolescents in their schools.

The Physical Education and Health P-12 major leads to an endorsement in Health and Fitness and must be accompanied by the Secondary Education Professional Program offered through Western's Woodring College of Education.

Beyond the Classroom

Students in the program participate in teaching practicums but are also encouraged to join clubs or volunteer in order to make connections with other peers and professionals.

Sample Jobs

P-12 Physical Education Teacher
Health Education Teacher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Consumer and Environmental Health

Society and Drugs

Society and Sex

Health Promotion/Disease Prevention

Health Education Grades K-8

Human Growth and Motor Development

Functional Anatomy

Psychology of Sport

Sociology of Sport

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-31 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bellingham, United States

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science Health Education View 181 other Bachelors in Health Education in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The International Student Application for Admission

$60 non-refundable application fee

An essay that helps the Admissions Committee understand your academic goals, related experiences and/or preparatory course work, and professional goals

Official academic credentials

Evidence of English language proficiency

Statement of Financial Responsibility

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

26562 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26562 USD per year during 48 months.
National

26562 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26562 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7995 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7995 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Bellingham

1109 - 1684 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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