Richmond,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Education (B.S.Ed.) in Health and Physical Education in Richmond United States | Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University
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Richmond United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
39,884
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The B.S.Ed. in Health and Physical Education program equips students to become PreK-12 health and PE instructors, as well as educational leaders in school and community environments. This curriculum emphasizes equipping students with the necessary skills and practical knowledge to effectively apply national and state health and physical education guidelines. Through comprehensive coursework, participants will gain expertise suitable for diverse educational settings. Program graduates will qualify for teaching positions in Virginia's public and private elementary, middle, and high schools, with special attention given to urban and underserved communities. The demanding academic curriculum combined with hands-on field training prepares graduates to take leadership roles in the field. Upon program completion, participants will earn PK-12 health and physical education teaching certification.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
VCU applications for admissions and scholarship consideration will be reviewed based on academic performance at an accredited high school or on GED scores. The college preparatory curriculum is highly preferred. Extracurricular activities and employment experience may strengthen an application.
Essays are required of all applicants and must be submitted with the Common Application. At least one recommendation is preferred for all applicants. Applicants will be asked to submit recommender information before submitting the Common Application. Recommenders will be sent an email on the applicant’s behalf requesting a recommendation. First-year applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Minimum score of 70 IBT
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Minimum score of 6.0
Duolingo Test - Minimum score of 105
Pearson Test of English - Minimum score of 53
Tuition
USD
39,884