Introduction

The objective of the degree is to train professionals who acquire the knowledge, skills and competences that allow them to assume responsibilities in relation to the performance of tasks in activities specific to the profession of sport, which is specifically exercised in the various sports areas, through the application of knowledge and techniques specific to the sciences of physical activity and sport throughout the state territory and specifically in Catalonia.

Basic information

TypeBachelor's degrees
Faculty or schoolNational Institute of Physical Education - INEFC
Branch of knowledge
  • Health Sciences
  • Social Sciences
Credits240
Length of course4 academic years
Approximate price per credit18,46 €
Compulsory placementsYes
Course detailsIndicators
SpecializationsYes

Objectives and competences

Objectives

What you will learn The principles and applications of physical activity and sport sciences and the knowledge, skills and abilities required to engage in effective professional practice. Number of ECTS credits: 240 Branch of knowledge: Health Sciences Faculty or school: National Institute for Physical Education of Catalonia (INEFC) (UB-affiliated)

Competences

Access and admission

Applicant profile and access requirements

Recommended applicant profile

What you will need Basic knowledge of biology, physics, maths, natural sciences, geography and subjects related to psychology and sociology. The physical fitness required to maintain a constant rhythm of work in physical and sporting activities, and proven skills in swimming. The potential to acquire interdisciplinary skill in the subject, learner autonomy, and social and communication skills. The potential to acquire responsible professional attitudes to the environmental context in which physical education is practiced, sensibility to its social context and an understanding of values education in physical activity and sport.

Access requirements and conditions

Admission for students with studies completed outside Spain.

Applicants holding higher educational qualifications from a university outside Spain should consult the page Admission with foreign qualifications to find out about specific admission requirements.
 

Pre-enrolment

Students that have studied abroad and who wish to study at the University of Barcelona may be admitted to EHEA bachelor's degree courses. Procedures for gaining admission will depend on the qualifications held by each applicant.

For further information about admission, consult the page Admission with foreign qualifications.
 

Enrolment

As a general rule, at the UB you will be required to enrol online via the Món UB portal. To find out the date and time you have been assigned, check the specific information for your course. Remember that you can lose your place if you do not enrol on the day you have been assigned.

Academic information

 

Welcome

Support and guidance

Pre-enrolment information and events

 

Course curriculum

Subjects and course plans

Distribution of credits

Type ECTS
Basic training 60
Compulsory 138
Optional 30
Compulsory placements 6
Compulsory final project 6
TOTAL 240

List of subjects

Subject Language Type Credits
Intervention and Assessment in the Teaching of Physical Activity and Sport Compulsory 6
Leisure and sport Compulsory 6
Theory of Physical Training III Compulsory 6
Final project Compulsory final project 6
Practicum Practices 6
Subject Language Type Credits
Actions for Sociocultural Change: Multiculturalism and Gender Optional 6
Activities in Natural Environments III Optional 6
Activities in Natural Environments IV Optional 3
Basic Finance for Sport Optional 3
Biomechanics of Physical Activity and Sport II Optional 6
Conflict Resolution Strategies and Values Education Optional 3
Creation and Leadership of Teams Optional 3
Design of Educational Projects and Applied Technologies Optional 6
Disciplinary Integration in Physical Activity and Sport Optional 3
Entrepreneurship Optional 6
Functional Re-Education through Sport Optional 6
Further Studies in Sports III Optional 6
Health Education Optional 3
Leisure and Social Environment Optional 3
Management of Leisure and Tourism Organizations Optional 3
Management of Sports Events Optional 3
Management of Sports Facilities Optional 3
Management Skills Optional 6
Management Skills Optional 3
Practices of Body Awareness with Musical Accompaniment Optional 3
Practicum Practices 12
Sociocultural Change and Innovation in Sport and Physical Activity Optional 6
Sport and Tourism Optional 6
Sports 4 Optional 6
Sports Analysis Optional 6
Sports Marketing Optional 3
Sports Systems Analysis Optional 3
Teaching Resources in Physical Education and Adapted Sports Optional 6
Technology for Exercise and Health Optional 3
Theory of Physical Training IV Optional 6
Theory of Physical Training V Optional 6
Training Process Optimization Optional 6
Trends in Physical Conditioning Optional 3

Pathways and specializations

Specialization in Training
Specialization in Sport Management
Specialization in Recreation and Nature Activities
Specialization in Physical Education
Specialization in Health in Physical Activity and Sport
Check the planning of the different pathways of the degree

Previous years

Placements

Placements are supervised by tutors and subject to assessment.They are therefore included in the academic record.  There is also an option to complete non-curricular placements of up to 500 hours, which can be extended to 900 hours. For both curricular and non-curricular placements, an educational cooperation agreement is signed between the UB and the company, institution or other organization at which the placement will be carried out.
 

Institutional information

Career opportunities

What can you work on ?

Physical education. The design and implementation of regimes (physical exercise, diet, etc.) to promote, maintain and improve physical health. The design and implementation of recreational sport and tourism. Physical training. Professional coaching in specialist areas of sport. Private coaching. Sport management.

Data from the university system in Catalonia

Contact us

Institut Nacional d'Educació Física de Catalunya (centre adscrit)
Carrer Jocs del 92 - 08038 Barcelona

Secretary: 93 425 54 45 (Barcelona) - 973 27 20 22 (Lleida)
suportacademic.inefcbcn@gencat.cat