Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) Brunel University of London

Overview

In the  Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues)  degree course delivered by Brunel University of London you'll explore the sociological, political, pedagogical and psychological factors that influence participation in physical education and sport, and how these relate to sports performance, physical activity, health and wellbeing.

Key Facts

You'll learn how to plan, deliver, manage and evaluate high-quality activities and events aimed at encouraging and enabling people to get involved in sport and physical activity, from grassroots to elite level.

You’ll also explore social issues in physical education such as gender, race and religion and inclusive practice. In addition, you'll learn historical and philosophical aspects related to PE.

Your studies will be supported by some of the best teaching and sports facilities in the UK that include;

• state-of-the-art physiology, biomechanics and psychology laboratories

• world-class indoor athletics centre

• international-standard 400m six-lane athletics track with full field event facilities

• large indoor netball hall

• multi-use sports centre equipped with squash, basketball and netball courts, as well as a superb climbing wall.

• members-only fitness suite featuring treadmills, cycles and rowing machines

• a weight-training area with free and fixed weights

• grass and third-generation (3G) all-weather pitches

• outdoor tennis courts

You'll also have the opportunity to carry out a placement as part of your degree. This will give you the type of experience that will enable you to create a standout CV. Our Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) BSc offers one year placement between years two and three, as part of a four year degree.

As well as our full-time degree, you have the option of studying over two years to gain a Diploma in Higher Education (DipHE). You can find out more about this route and apply through UCAS

Brunel is the second-ranked university in London for Sports Science (Complete University Guide 2025)