Overview

About Education (Leading Sport in Schools) at University of Buckingham

There are approximately 1000 Directors of Sport in UK independent schools, and a similar number in UK curriculum schools overseas. These positions have changed significantly in their structure, operation and success criteria over the last 10 years. The traditional entry route, via PE teaching, does not provide an adequate preparation for the demands of this role. There is currently no specific qualification that either prepares candidates for this role, provides a suitability indicator for employers or improves the performance of incumbents. This programme addresses this.

PADSIS is endorsed by ISC, HMC, GSA, IAPS and ISA, which is all of the major independent schools’ heads’ associations in the UK. For those working in international schools, an MA qualification is often required for appointment to SMT roles and in some countries higher qualifications such as Master’s degrees are required for their general teaching body.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Historical Context of Sport and Physical Activity in Schools

Contemporary Issues in School Sport and Exercise

Leadership and Management in School Sport

Building a Positive Culture of Sport and Physical Activity

Education Research Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Buckingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education Sports Management Sport and Exercise Science View 43 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

UK degree (2.2 or above)

be working in a school

Applicants must also pay a non-refundable £275 registration fee.

Tuition Fees

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Funding

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About Education (Leading Sport in Schools) at University of Buckingham

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