The MA (Hons) Physical Education programme aims to provide an education that develops professional learners with a well-developed understanding of scientific knowledge and both historical and contemporary perspectives in physical education. The programme focuses on Scottish education, the physical education curriculum and contrasting perspectives on physical education. You will also be involved in professional placements in both primary and secondary schools. Graduates of the programme will be able to make a valuable contribution to the schools they work in and be capable of curricular and pedagogical innovation.
Teachers of physical education are required to have a detailed knowledge of children, the curriculum, educational settings, and teaching and learning approaches. You will learn from your own experiences in schools and research to develop an understanding of the changing relationships among teachers, parents/carers, other agencies and the wider community. On completion of a teacher education programme, students can register with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
The typical offer is likely to be:
• SQA Highers: ABBB.
• A Levels: ABB.
• IB: 34 points (grades 655 at HL).
Minimum entry requirements
• SQA Highers: ABBB by end of S5 or ABBBB/AABB from S4-S6. Higher English required. National 5: Mathematics at Grade B. For alternative acceptable Mathematics qualifications please contact the Admissions Office.
• A Levels: ABB. GCSEs: English Language and English Literature at Grade C, Mathematics at Grade B.
• IB: Award of Diploma with 34 points overall and grades 655 in HL subjects including English. SL: Mathematics at 5. |
| Application Notes : | It is important that applicants for our primary and secondary education programmes are able to show commitment, motivation and suitability for their chosen degree programme.
This can be demonstrated through relevant work experience with children, reflecting on this experience and explaining your understanding of the role of a teacher. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Protecting Vulnerable Groups - All successful applicants will be required to join Disclosure Scotland's Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme before starting the programme. In addition, all applicants who don't live in the UK, or who have spent more than a year abroad, will need to provide equivalent verification from the relevant national authority.
English language requirements - Please contact the College Admissions Office for details of acceptable qualifications. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.