Physical Education with QTS (Secondary) BA (Hons)

**Physical education teachers play a critical role in the lives of young people, inspiring them to adopt healthier lifestyles through sport and exercise. Sport helps them to develop important life skills like teamwork and sportsmanship, and to build self confidence and self esteem.**<br/><br/>Our Physical Education degree leads to Qualified Teacher Status and focuses on the all-round experience and knowledge required to teach the National Curriculum for Physical Education.<br/><br/>Were rated outstanding by Ofsted and offer extensive sport facilities, varied placements, opportunities to gain additional NGB awards, and work with children during inclusive festivals, team-building days, and outdoor adventure activity sessions.<br/><br/>**Top reasons to choose this course**<br/>- Train to teach with an Ofsted ‘outstanding’ provider.<br/><br/><br/>- School placements in each year of the degree.<br/><br/><br/>- Additional opportunities to work with school pupils throughout the degree.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain the experience and knowledge required to teach the National Curriculum for Physical Education.<br/><br/><br/>- Extensive on-site sport facilities.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunities to take NGB (National Governing Body) awards.<br/><br/><br/>- 2nd in the UK for education courses in the Guardian University Guide 2025<br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Essential graduate skills are built into every course, and you can make your CV stand out even more with optional placements and study abroad. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate confident with the knowledge and skills to make a difference and kick-start your career.<br/><br/>Brighton don't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you have a smooth transition to university. <br/><br/>The University of Brighton is based on the south coast, between the sea and the Sussex countryside. Brighton is one of the most unique cities in the UK and it is bursting with life. Independent and inclusive, students can enjoy shopping, green spaces, sports facilities and brilliant nightlife. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming; with the city being home to galleries and museums, in addition to hosting world-famous music acts. There is also the AMEX stadium, where the Premier League Brighton and Hove Albion FC play their matches. Brighton truly has it all!