University of Wales Trinity Saint David, the United Kingdom
University of Wales Trinity Saint David| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA | Full-time | 3 years | find out | GBP 9000 per year | GBP 14900 per year |
Course Overview
The Physical Education degree has a fundamental focus on learning and teaching issues with many of the modules having 'hands on' teaching experiences with children. Issues of inclusion, entitlement and differentiation are embedded in many of the modules, and several assessments require students to plan and evaluate their own and other's teaching
The current health and outdoor adventure activities focus of physical education is strongly represented in the overall content of the degree. This degree is the only one of its kind within the region and is distinctive from sport science or sports studies degrees through a main focus on presenting students with inclusive learning and teaching strategies in order to be able to provide positive experiences for young people in physical education.
NSS 2016 Results:
Teaching
90% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen were satisfied with the teaching on their course - NSS 2016.
92% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that staff are good at explaining things - NSS 2016.
90% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that staff have made the subject interesting - NSS 2016.
90% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that staff are enthusiastic about what they are teaching - NSS 2016.
90% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that the course is intellectually stimulating - NSS 2016.
Organisation and management
92% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that the timetable works efficiently as far as their activities are concerned - NSS 2016.
Personal development
97% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen were satisfied with personal development - NSS 2016.
95% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that the course has helped them to present themselves with confidence - NSS 2016.
97% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that their communication skills have improved - NSS 2016.
100% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen agreed that as a result of the course, they feel confident in tackling unfamiliar problems - NSS 2016.
Overall experience
95% of UWTSD students at the School of Sport, Health and Outdoor Education in Carmarthen were satisfied with their overall experience - NSS 2016.
Key Features
BA Physical Education is a unique degree programme within the region which has teaching (primary or secondary) as a main focus.
There is an acknowledged scarcity of primary school teachers with a specialism and confidence in delivering quality physical education.
It is equally recognised that Sports Science or Sports Studies degrees are not an appropriate preparation for physical education teaching with students having limited or no experience of working with children.
This degree has practical teaching in a physical education context with children at its core. All practical areas of the experience within the National Curriculum for Physical Education are included within the degree.
Modules
Professional Accreditations
Students have the opportunity of undertaking a range of National Governing Body coaching awards, and other training opportunities, to support their career aspiration throughout the degree.
International
Second year students have the opportunity of study abroad at California State University, Fullerton, USA or Greensboro University, North Carolina, USA. USA students from these Universities also study
Course Tutor(s)
Assessment
In line with the philosophy underpinning the degree, there is a strong emphasis on learning and teaching methods in the assessment of modules. While good quality of personal performance is encouraged, it is not a focus of assessment in the practical based modules. Rather, issues of inclusion, entitlement and differentiation are embedded in many of the assessments, and students are required to plan and evaluate their own and other students' teaching.
Students learn how to present a balanced evidenced argument through their formal written work, as well as via individual and group presentations. Within the final year students will design and conduct their own research project or critical portfolio in a specialist area of their choice. Specific types of assessments include; essays, laboratory reports, presentations (group and individual), practical tasks, examinations (seen and unseen papers).
Career Opportunities
Students graduating from the degree are likely to progress on to a PGCE primary or secondary Physical Education course or the in-house MA Physical Education programme. Other popular career routes include Physical Education and School Sport (PESS) or Dragon Sport officers, Sports Development, Youth Work, other higher degrees, and the uniformed services.
Further Information
'Taster/applicant day' dates for the School of Sport, Health & Outdoor Education on the Carmarthen campus - February 22, April 19, May 24, 11am-3pm.
Meet at Reception on the Carmarthen campus at 11am.
Travelling to Carmarthen
Please confirm attendance with Sian E Davies s.e.davies@uwtsd.ac.uk
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Additional Costs
Sports clothing (£80-£120) depending on course
£30 induction overnight activity for all year 1 students
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