Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) with Placement BSc (Hons)

This course includes a placement year carried out between years 2 and 3. <br/><br/>The Brunel Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) BSc is for students who are interested in working in physical education or youth sport, developing sport in communities, helping individuals fulfil their potential in sport and health, as well as those seeking to gain a strong understanding and application of sports coaching principles and practices.<br/><br/>Youll 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. Youll 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.<br/><br/>You’ll also explore social issues in physical education such as gender, race and religion and inclusive practice. In addition, youll learn historical and philosophical aspects related to PE.<br/><br/>Your studies will be supported by some of the best teaching and sports facilities in the UK that include our:<br/><br/><br/>- state-of-the-art physiology, biomechanics and psychology laboratories<br/><br/><br/>- world-class indoor athletics centre<br/><br/><br/>- international-standard 400m six-lane athletics track with full field event facilities<br/><br/><br/>- large indoor netball hall<br/><br/><br/>- multi-use sports centre equipped with squash, basketball and netball courts, as well as a superb climbing wall<br/><br/><br/>- members-only fitness suite featuring treadmills, cycles and rowing machines<br/><br/><br/>- a weight-training area with free and fixed weights<br/><br/><br/>- grass and third-generation (3G) all-weather pitches<br/><br/><br/>- outdoor tennis courts.<br/><br/><br/>Youll 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. This Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences (Physical Education, Coaching and Social Issues) BSc with Placement gives you the chance to carry out a one-year placement between years two and three, as part of a four-year degree.

Clearing is your chance to take your place in our brilliant community. Our history of world-leading research, innovation and teaching excellence means you’ll learn from brilliant minds and be ready to take on the jobs of tomorrow.<br/> <br/>We’re a single site university located in Uxbridge, West London. Our leafy campus - with easy access to central London - will become your home from home. You’ll be joining a vibrant, diverse community that represents and reflects the 150 nationalities that study here. <br/> <br/>Our Library is open 24/7 during term-time. You’ll learn in well-equipped classrooms, and state-of-the-art laboratories and study spaces. Our award-winning Professional Development Centre offers a wealth of opportunities, resources and advice to prepare you for life after graduation. <br/><br/>With our world-class sporting facilities, numerous food and drink outlets, green open spaces, student bar and nightclub, our friendly, buzzing campus is a hub for social activity too.