Course Summary
Course Category: CAO (Higher Education - HET)
The BA (Hons) in Physical Education Studies aims to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and specific expertise to pursue successful leadership roles in sports-related or business contexts. A key focus of this program is to provide graduates with the knowledge and applied skills to develop, implement and manage inclusive physical activity programs that promote healthy eating, lifestyle management, and overall wellness.
The modules comprising this study of Physical Education are mapped on the programme’s key themes of physical activity, lifestyle and wellness, and business. The programme includes an integrated work placement or study abroad option and culminates in an applied research consultancy project in the fourth year.
Please note this degree does not qualify you to teach Physical Education in Post-Primary Schools until you complete a Professional Master of Education (PME) at a University of your choosing.
Course Details
What will you study?
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
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Career Progression
Community Sport/Recreation, for example, Community Sports Hub Co-ordinator, Participation and Retention Officer, Regional Development Officer, Physical Activity for Health Officer, Sports Development Officer, Games Development Co-ordinator, Sports Inclusion Disability Officer, Coaching Development Officer.
Sports Business/Administration, for example, Director of Operations, Club and Education Support Co-ordinator, Membership Officer, Sports Club Operations and Development Manager.
