Overview

This is a very topical area of study, with health concerns related to physical inactivity a growing cause for concern.

This Sport and Physical Activity (Hons) programme at the University of Strathclyde is delivered by staff from our Physical Activity for Health group, which has an international reputation for research, teaching and knowledge exchange in physical activity, nutrition and childhood obesity.

It can offer a route to PE teaching of a career in areas such as the emergency services.

Careers

Graduates are employed in areas such as coaching, health promotion and sport development, which may require additional postgraduate training.

Some choose to study postgraduate qualifications, which can lead to careers teaching in further or higher education, or careers in research.

The Sport & Physical Activity degree is also an excellent route into PE teaching, and the University runs a very successful postgraduate qualification (PGDE) as an entry to the teaching profession.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Culture & Context of Sport & Physical Activity

Physiology & Biomechanics

Sports Practice

Coaching Practice & Sport Development

Physical Activity for Health, Fitness & Wellbeing

Key Concepts in Sport & Physical Activity Psychology

Measurement & Statistics

Physiology of Aerobic Exercise

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

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Language

English

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125

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80

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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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

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125

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80

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Highers

1st sitting: AAAB
2nd sitting: AAABB

(English B, Maths and/or a science at B)

A Levels

ABB-BBB
(GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B or equivalent, GCSE Maths and/or a science (Biology preferred) 6/B)

International Baccalaureate

36 (English SL5 or equivalent, Maths and/or a science SL5)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

24650 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £9,535

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

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

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