Physical Education with Biology

Physical education (PE) is important to the long-term physical, social, emotional and intellectual health of our children. The Physical Education with Biology degree involves three strands of study—PE, Biology and Education Studies—all of which will be put into working context in your extensive school placement.

The PE element of the course pairs psychological, biomechanical and sociological theory, with practical instruction on how PE is taught through games, aquatics, gymnastics, dance, athletics and outdoor adventure education. 

In the Biology modules, you’ll study mammalian anatomy and physiology, cell biology, genetics, health and junior cycle physics and chemistry, and put your theoretical knowledge into practice through laboratory work. You’ll also learn how best to teach Biology to students.

Education Studies integrates educational theory and practice through 'coaching rather than teaching', which involves group work, reflective diaries, online reporting and reflection, case studies and other problem-based learning approaches.

 

If you have a passion for sport, science and teaching, then Physical Education with Biology is the course for you. The facilities on offer in DCU are top class and help from our passionate lecturers makes the journey to become a teacher all the more enjoyable.

William Coyne, PE with Biology