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Are you passionate about sports, exercise or the outdoors? Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives and promote healthy lifestyles? Our practical, employment-focused Sport and physical activity programmes will get your career moving fast. 

Our Sport and Physical Activity programmes are designed to equip you with the expertise needed to thrive in the industry and to be at the top of your career game.

The Sport and Physical Activity portfolio has been developed by a forward-thinking, innovative academic team that integrates the latest thinking, 21st-century skills and modern technologies alongside the strong traditions of a truly historic institution. 

Our core approach is to emphasize real-world relevance, encouraging our students to gain additional experience and qualifications whilst studying to support their career aspirations. On our Carmarthen Campus we offer physical education, sport, and outdoor-related courses. 

Take advantage of the extensive opportunities to learn and work within real-world, practical scenarios including teaching and sports coaching, assessing health and fitness, outdoor adventurous activities and sports and exercise therapy clinics. Acquire external vocational awards, such as gym instructor, personal trainer, and first aid qualifications again boosting your career prospects through our approach of embedding employability in our learning and teaching.

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the significance of personal health and well-being, underscoring the demand for professionals in this field. Through our programmes, you will develop problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and independent research capabilities, fostering a lifelong commitment to learning and reflective practice. 

Explore health assessment and exercise prescription activities to tackle real-world challenges. Manage your own learning activities and coordinate tasks, developing vocational and professional skills alongside theoretical knowledge. Our programmes’ strength lies in the chance to work with clients, fostering practical expertise alongside theoretical understanding.  

Why study Sport and Physical Activity at UWTSD?

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Our courses emphasize hands-on learning, with extensive industry opportunities ensuring you gain practical skills that can be directly applied to your future career.
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Benefit from small group sizes, enabling personalized attention and close interaction with experienced faculty.
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Enjoy access to excellent facilities, including gym equipment, health and fitness monitoring machines, 3D cameras, a swimming pool, and outdoor sports spaces.
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Access to athlete development services including professional-level coaching, strength and conditioning training, and valuable advice on nutrition, diet, and lifestyle via the new UWTSD Academy of Sport.
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Exciting opportunities to study abroad in Norway, Canada, and the United States.
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Immerse yourself in the breath-taking surroundings of Cynefin, located near the main campus. Carmarthenshire is perfect for adventure sports, adventure and outdoor enthusiasts. and trail biking.

Spotlights

Students football training

Facilities

At our Carmarthen campus we aim to cater to your sporting, health, adventurous and career aspirations. You’ll have access to a strength and conditioning facility, 3G training area, fitness studio, physiology and biomechanics labs, swimming pool, sports analysis suite, indoor sports hall, and sports therapy and rehabilitation suites . These facilities are supplemented with cutting edge technologies to support your learning and development with us. Also, immerse yourself in the breath-taking surroundings of our outdoor base Cynefin, located near the main campus. Carmarthenshire is perfect for adventure sports, adventure, and outdoor enthusiasts. and trail biking.

Two students siting in front of the Lampeter campus fountain

What makes UWTSD unique?

Start your adventure with an undergraduate degree at UWTSD. You’ll immerse yourself in a subject that inspires you – exploring different career avenues and options for your future as you go. Whatever your ambitions, we’ll help you hit the ground running with your goals firmly in sight.