Education

Bachelor of Education in Physical Education and Sports

The Bachelor of Education in Physical Education and Sports is a four-year programme that prepares students for teaching physical education and coaching sports in secondary schools. Students study physical education theory, sports science, coaching methodology, anatomy, physiology, education theory and curriculum development. The programme combines PE teaching with sports coaching, preparing graduates who can deliver both curriculum PE and competitive sports programmes.

Students develop competencies in physical education teaching, sports coaching, anatomy and physiology, curriculum development, sports management, educational assessment and health promotion. They learn to teach PE, coach competitive sports, manage school sports programmes and promote health through physical activity. The programme covers both PE content and sports coaching methodology with teaching practice in secondary schools.

In Kenya, sports development is a national priority and the Competency-Based Curriculum emphasises physical activity. TSC employs PE and sports teachers. Kenya's success in athletics and growing interest in football, rugby and other sports creates demand for qualified sports educators. Graduates find roles in secondary schools, sports academies, sports organisations and educational institutions.

Teaching is delivered through lectures, practical sports sessions, coaching clinics, teaching practice, micro-teaching and research projects. Students develop coaching plans, teach PE classes, coach sports teams and undertake teaching practice. The programme includes a final-year research project.

Graduates pursue careers as PE and sports teachers, sports coaches, sports coordinators, athletics coaches and sports development officers. Some work in secondary schools teaching PE and coaching teams. Others join sports academies, sports organisations or fitness centres.

This programme is ideal for individuals with athletic ability, coaching interest and teaching passion. Students who enjoy sports, physical activity and education will find this programme particularly engaging.

Duration: 4 years
Public, up to: Ksh 263,000
Job market: Moderate

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Practicalities

Study mode: Full-time
Attachment: 3 months
Average class: 35 students
Award: Bachelor

What you study

10 subjects

Anatomy and Physiology for Sports
Sports Science and Biomechanics
Coaching Methodology and Sports Training
Educational Psychology and Learning Theory
Teaching Methods for Physical Education
Curriculum Development for PE and Sports
Athletics and Track Events Coaching
Team Sports Coaching and Officiating
Sports Management and Administration
Research Methods in Physical Education and Sports

Modules

12 in the programme

Introduction to Education
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Foundations of education including philosophy, history and sociology of education
Anatomy and Physiology for Sports
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Human anatomy and physiology with focus on sports performance and injury prevention
Fundamentals of Physical Education and Sports
Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore
Fundamentals of Physical Education and Sports: Introduction to PE and sports principles, history and philosophy Covers instructional strategies, assessment methods, and educational theory.
Educational Psychology
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Educational Psychology: Psychological principles of learning and development in physical education Covers theoretical frameworks, research methods, and practical applications in psychology.
Sports Science and Biomechanics
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Sports Science and Biomechanics: Biomechanics of movement, sports performance analysis and exercise science Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Coaching Methodology and Sports Training
Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore
Coaching Methodology and Sports Training: Coaching principles, training programmes, periodisation and athlete development Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-releva...
Teaching Methods for PE and Sports
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Teaching strategies for PE and coaching methods for competitive sports in schools
Athletics and Team Sports Coaching
Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore
Coaching athletics, football, basketball, volleyball and other competitive sports
Curriculum Development for PE and Sports
Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore
Curriculum Development for PE and Sports: Curriculum design for PE and sports programmes and CBC implementation Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Sports Management and Administration
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Sports event management, facility administration and sports programme coordination
Research Project
Year 4Semester 23 creditsCore
Research Project: Independent research on PE and sports producing a scholarly dissertation Involves independent research, data analysis, and scholarly writing under supervision.
Teaching Practice and Sports Coaching Attachment
Year 4Semester 36 creditsCore
Teaching Practice and Sports Coaching Attachment: Supervised teaching practice and sports coaching in secondary schools Covers instructional strategies, assessment methods, and educational theory.

Specialisations

Health and Fitness Education
Specialization in Health and Fitness Education, preparing graduates for careers such as physical-education-teacher.
Sports Management
Specialization in Sports Management, preparing graduates for careers such as pe-sports-coach. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Athletics Coaching
Specialization in Athletics Coaching, preparing graduates for careers such as physical-education-teacher.
Team Sports Coaching
Specialization in Team Sports Coaching, preparing graduates for careers such as pe-sports-coach. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Curriculum Development
Specialization in Curriculum Development, preparing graduates for careers such as curriculum-developer.
Football Coaching
Specialization in Football Coaching, preparing graduates for careers such as pe-sports-coach. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.

A day as a student

A typical day combines morning lectures on sports science or PE theory with afternoon practical sessions, coaching clinics or teaching practice. Students may develop coaching plans, teach PE classes, coach sports teams or work on sports management projects.

The trade offs

In its favour

Combines teaching with in-demand sports coaching skills
Kenya's sports sector is growing rapidly
Diverse career paths in education and sports
Opportunity to develop future athletes

Against it

Requires physical fitness and sports aptitude
PE and sports facilities may be limited in some schools
May require additional coaching certifications for advanced roles
Coaching competitive sports can be time-intensive

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 243 education courses

Public263k to 263k

263k at University of Nairobi263k at University of Nairobi

Annual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.

The fine print

UoN 263,000/yr (official UoN fee page). Sole provider. Private unverified.

Students may access HELB loans and county bursaries. Some sports organisations and academies offer stipends during attachment periods.

Funding options

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
LoanKsh 60,000
National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF)
Bursary
County Government Bursaries
Bursary

Scholarships

4 recorded

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Loan
LoanKsh 60,000Kenyan
Kenyan students admitted to recognised universities
County Government Bursaries
BursaryKenyan
Residents of respective counties
Higher Education Fund (HEF)
BursaryKenyan
Kenyan undergraduate students placed by KUCCPS in public universities
TSC Teacher Training Support
BursaryKenyan
Teachers and trainee teachers in recognised institutions

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade: C+
Alternative entry: Relevant diploma or equivalent qualification

English
C+
Mathematics A/B or any Group II
C
Any Group III subject
C+
Any Group III, IV or V subject
C+

How you are assessed

4 components

Research Project
Coursework100% of the mark
Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs)
Coursework25% of the mark
Final Examination
Coursework40% of the mark
Practical Sessions, Coaching and Teaching Practice
Coursework35% of the mark

Accreditation

Accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE). TSC registration is required for teaching in public schools in Kenya.

Accredited by

Teachers Service Commission (TSC)
InstitutionalRequired
Commission for University Education (CUE)
InstitutionalRequired

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

5 roles

Sports Coordinator
Moderate demandKsh 45,000 to Ksh 130,000
Coordinates sports programmes in schools or educational institutions
Athletics Coach
Moderate demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 120,000
Coaches athletics and track events in schools or clubs
Sports Development Officer
Moderate demandKsh 45,000 to Ksh 140,000
Develops and promotes sports programmes in organisations or government
Sports Coach
Moderate demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 130,000
Coaches sports teams in schools, clubs or sports academies
PE and Sports Teacher
Moderate demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 120,000
Teaches PE and coaches sports in secondary schools

Graduate outcomes

Graduates work as PE and sports teachers, sports coaches, sports coordinators, athletics coaches and sports development officers in secondary schools, sports academies, sports organisations and educational institutions.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

Microsoft Excel
SoftwarePrimary
Spreadsheet for educational data management, extension planning and IT project tracking.
PowerPoint
SoftwarePrimary
Presentation tool for teaching, farmer training and extension education sessions.
SPSS
Software
Statistical analysis software for educational and extension research.
Google Classroom
Software
Learning management system for agricultural education and online teaching.
KoboToolbox
Software
Mobile data collection tool for field surveys and extension needs assessment.

Certifications

Industry links

Common misconceptions

PE and sports is just about playing games
The programme involves sports science, coaching methodology, anatomy, physiology and professional pedagogy.
Sports teaching has limited career prospects
Kenya's sports sector is growing, creating opportunities in coaching, sports management and education.
Anyone good at sports can teach PE
Professional PE teaching requires training in pedagogy, curriculum design and sports science.
PE and sports is less important than academic subjects
The CBC recognises physical education as essential for holistic learner development.