PE
Whilst studying PE you will learn about keeping healthy & fit as well as the systems within the body that are developed when exercising.
The subject also provides an overview of the socioeconomic factors affecting sport as well as sports psychology.
PE is a great subject to study if you want a career in a sports related field. This could be anything from a sports coach to a physiotherapist to a personal trainer.
Science subjects fit well with PE, particularly if you are interested in studying sports science or psychology in the future.
If you enjoy keeping fit, active and healthy, you may also be interested in exploring jobs that require physical skills and those based outdoors rather than office based.
Selection of jobs using the subject PE
- Athlete
- Cycling coach
- Health trainer
- Leisure centre manager
- Lifeguard
- Outdoor activities instructor
- PE teacher
- Performance sports scientist
- Personal trainer
- Physiotherapist
- Play therapist
- Primary school teacher
- Roofer
- Sport and exercise psychologist
- Sports coach
- Sports commentator
- Sports development officer
- Sports physiotherapist
- Sports professional
- Tree surgeon
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Examples of apprenticeships that relate to PE
- Community Sport and Health Officer - Level 3
- Leisure Duty Manager - Level 3
- Personal Trainer - Level 3
- Physiotherapist (degree) - Level 6
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Examples of vocational college courses related to Sport
- Level 2-3 Sport and Exercise Science
- Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development
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Examples of degree courses that relate to PE
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