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Physical Education degrees abroad

A degree in physical education is designed to give you the skills and knowledge to teach and coach sports at a variety of levels. You’ll cover sport development, coaching pedagogy, physiology and psychology, and learn how to apply this knowledge to the classroom and coaching environment.

Studying physical education at a university abroad is an ideal option for those that want to combine their passion for sport and fitness with a desire to teach. You can go on to a fulfilling career coaching future athletes, leading school sports, and helping children keep fit and healthy.

As an international studying abroad, you’ll get a unique perspective on physical education and sports coaching. You’ll see first-hand another country’s sporting culture, and get the opportunity to benefit from the best facilities in the world.

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Physical Education program structure

At undergraduate level you can study for a BA or BSc in physical education. There is very little difference between the two qualifications, but the BSc programs may include more sports science or physiology focussed modules.

If you study in the US, you can choose physical education as a major or minor subject as part of a liberal arts education. If you want to qualify as a teacher once you graduate, make sure the program you choose includes teacher training. Bachelor’s programs typically take three or four years to complete depending on where you choose to study.

At postgraduate level you can study an MA or MSc in physical education or a related subject over one or two years. These are usually aimed at current professionals looking to widen their knowledge or improve their employability. In the UK, you can study a PGCE which will qualify you to teach physical education in schools.

Physical education is usually a highly practical program, but you will spend a lot of time in lectures and seminars. Most programs will also include placements where you get the chance to work in local schools.

The course structure and content of each program will depend on a range of factors, but some of the most common modules include:

  • Pedagogical principles in sport
  • Physiology and sport
  • Sport and exercise psychology
  • Movement and learning
  • Science of movement
  • Research in physical education
  • School-based experience

Physical Education study abroad programs

Physical education undergraduate programs

Bachelor's in physical education

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    All Level Physical Education - BSc McMurry University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    29,100 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 29,100 USD

    Start date
    January, August
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    Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership - BHealth Mount Royal University, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    17,114 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,100 CAD

    Start date
    September
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    Physical Education Studies - BSPE Brandon University, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,636 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,707 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
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    Health and Physical Education - BSc Campbellsville University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    25,600 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 25,600 USD

    Start date
    August
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    Health Education and Physical Education - BSc Long Island University Post, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    39,458 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 39,458 USD

    Start date
    September, January
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Associate in physical education

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    Physical Education (Transfer) - AAS-T Big Bend Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    29,789 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 29,789 USD

    Start date
    September
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    Liberal Arts & Sciences: Mathematics & Science (Physical Education) - ASc Mohawk Valley Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    7,743 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 7,743 USD

    Start date
    September, January
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    Physical Education - AA Lake Land College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    13,900 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 13,900 USD

    Start date
    June, August, January
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    Physical Education/Kinesiology - ASc Contra Costa College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    10,380 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 10,380 USD

    Start date
    August
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Diploma in physical education

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    Physical Education - DipPE Vancouver Island University, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    17,666 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,845 CAD

    Start date
    September
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Physical education graduate programs

Master's in physical education

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    Educational Leadership: Physical Education - MEd DePaul University, USA

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    16,680 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 16,680 USD

    Start date
    September
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    Health and Physical Education - MSc Central Washington University, USA
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    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    23,652 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,652 USD

    Start date
    September, January
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    Kinesiology & Physical Education - MA McGill University, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    14,616 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 19,728 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
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    Kinesiology: Adapted Physical Education - MA California State University, Long Beach, USA

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    14,658 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 14,658 USD

    Start date
    August, January
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    Master of Arts in Health, Outdoor and Physical Education (MA) - MA The University of British Columbia, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,446 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,450 CAD

    Start date
    September
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Doctorate in physical education

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    Exercise Science and Physical Education - PhD University of Nicosia, Cyprus

    Program type
    Doctorate
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    16,330 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,000 EUR

    Start date
    February, June, September
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Certificate in physical education

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    Physical Education - GradCert Ulster University, UK

    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,115 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,840 GBP

    Start date
    September
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    Secondary Physical Education - PGCert Bath Spa University, UK

    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    19,111 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,050 GBP

    Start date
    February, January
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Future physical education careers

Physical education programs are largely designed for those that want to go on to teach PE or coach sports. There are a variety of positions you could look to go into after graduation, including:

  • Sports teacher
  • Sporting coach
  • Personal trainer
  • Sports therapist
  • Exercise physiologist
  • Sports therapist

It’s worth noting that some of the careers above will require additional qualifications, so make sure you do your research. If you need helping working out which path is right for you, speak to the university’s careers advice service who can help.