Course modules
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Further guidance on modules
Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.
Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.
Core modules
Dissertation in Physical Education
60 credits
60 credits
This module aims to enable students to reinforce the skills necessary to carry out a scientific programme requiring significant research. It will allow students to demonstrate the final development of their subject knowledge, skills and understanding through extended research based on educational settings and literature review. During this module, students will develop the skills necessary to plan, carry out, analyse, and report upon the results of an experimental or analytical programme on a scientific topic relating to physical education. The module gives students the opportunity to attain achievement of a high level of personal development by working independently with the necessary supervision. This research will lead to the oral presentation of a detailed written report.
History, Policy and International Development of Curriculum of PE
20 credits
20 credits
This module provides an opportunity to understand curriculum concepts and investigate the extent to which personal, cultural and societal orientations and philosophies impact on curriculum. Along with understanding of the physical education curriculum within the Irish school system, international and universal models of PE and curricula will be reviewed This module also develops the knowledge, understanding and skills required by teachers in secondary and assess Physical Education curricula and to use of PE curricular knowledge in an inter-disciplinary or cross-curricular way.
Physical Education as a Learning Process.
20 credits
20 credits
This module encourages continuing development as physical educators and adoption of attitudes, values, and practices that will positively affect growth as a teacher over the short and long term. Understanding of principles, concepts, and skills that promote best practices, professional leadership, and critical inquiry are pursued within this module.
Physical Education Teacher Education and Development
20 credits
20 credits
This module encourages continuing development as physical educators and adoption of attitudes, values, and practices that will positively affect growth as a teacher over the short and long term. Understanding of principles, concepts, and skills that promote best practices, professional leadership, and critical inquiry are pursued within this module
Physical Literacy and Universal Models in Physical Education
20 credits
20 credits
The purpose of this module is to develop a critical understanding of the importance of universal and international approaches to physical education. Physical Literacy is a universal model that has received traction in Australia and Canada as an evidence based approach to developing the physical and psychological concomitants required to maintain a physically active lifestyle outside of the structured or mandated physical education setting. The model aims to inspire forward thinking, passionate advocates for becoming physically literate and the importance of physical education remaining a protected, valued and resourced form of education in Government policy.
Research Methods and Physical Education Pedagogy
20 credits
20 credits
The module aims to provide students with the critical knowledge and skills to understand, discuss and evaluate physical education in Ireland and internationally. It will provide students with an advanced knowledge and understanding of current and innovative pedagogical practices as highlighted by the JCPE and LCPE and international equivalents. Students will have the opportunity to critically compare best-practice research evidence with current policy and practice nationally and internationally. Students will have the opportunity to develop evidence informed practice and needs based action research and intervention to inform their own professional development as reflective practitioners.
Teaching Efficacy and Teacher Development
20 credits
20 credits
This module encourages continuing development as physical educators and adoption of attitudes, values, and practices that will positively affect growth as a teacher over the short and long term. Understanding of principles, concepts, and skills that promote best practices, professional leadership, and critical inquiry are pursued within this module
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Qualification requirements
Undergraduate degree
Candidates would normally be expected to have a first degree (first class or upper second class [2:1]) from a Republic of Ireland or United Kingdom university or equivalent overseas qualification.
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Extra Requirements
For non-standard entry, applicants would need to be able to demonstrate a comparable academic standard through past studies and relevant work experience. A minimum of five years’ experience in a professional role in education/education-related practice is required, along with a genuine passion and interest in their professional development. It will also be necessary to explain in their application, how this programme will benefit their career progression.
All applicants must be in a current relevant role, or have access to an appropriate classroom or education setting.
Overseas students whose first language is not English will require an IELTS score overall 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component).
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