Course Modules

This module aims to provide you with blended learning opportunities via university-based work that develops and enhances depth of knowledge when working practically with performers. It is aimed to run concurrently with the Practical Pedagogy (Placement) module so that you […]

The module covers a variety of current issues which impact on the role of both the Physical Education teacher and professional coach. You will examine the work of National Governing Bodies of Sport and national organisations such as Sports Coach

You will be taught how to plan, teach and evaluate the teaching and coaching of Invasion Games effectively, principally focusing on the Key Stage 4 age range and beyond. You will explore the differences in teaching style, content, organisation, and

The module covers a variety of physiological aspects that impact on exercising and sporting performance such as ergogenic aids, trainability and the environment. You will critically evaluate methods of analysing performance and consider the use of these tests in both

This module allows you to examine the complexities of working in a team and managing individuals within a sporting context. You will not only consider these in relation to working directly with children, but also other professionals, parents, coaches, and

This module will explore policies and practices regarding children’s health and consider environmental and social factors that mediate physical outcomes for the growing and developing child. You will examine the long-term and wide-reaching impacts of exercise and health in childhood,

This module will involve the identification and analysis of differing sporting practices across the globe. You will examine how communities engage with sporting practices and the role that the state and other governance has in the creation of identity through

This module aims to use a residential experience at an outdoor centre to explore the application of different OAA teaching methods to fulfil a range of pupil needs. You will build upon your understanding of what outdoor learning is and

This module will focus on performance, contextual and theoretical aspects within gymnastics. The performance strand will enable you to develop and refine increasingly demanding gymnastics skills and techniques on the floor and on a range of apparatus. You will work

This module gives you the opportunity to experience a placement within a practical setting alongside a developing a strong theoretical foundation of pedagogy. You will develop your and refine pedagogical skills so that you can enhance pupil/performer progress and learning