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Sport (BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate) — Part of the A Level Programme

Course outline

This qualification is perfect if you would like a career in a sport and/or fitness-related field, and want to take your studies further, perhaps onto a degree in a wide-range of sport disciplines.

This course is equivalent to one A-Level and the qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other A Levels.

The three mandatory units include:

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Wellbeing
  • Professional Development in the Sports Industry

You will then have an optional unit tailored to meet your career/university goals.

You need to be able to demonstrate an interest and enthusiasm for sport to get the best value and experience from this qualification.

You can expect a professional study environment in our sixth form and at sports facilities close to our campus.

How to apply for this course

Apply now to study an A Level Programme in 2024/25

You will select your individual subjects when you complete the application.

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Location Date
Chaucer Street
Nottingham
NG1 5LP

Start: Monday 2nd September 2024

Course code: C000450 / Q049131

Qualification

BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport

Duration

2 years

Level Level 3
Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4-9 including English Language and Maths.

Teaching & assessment

Assessment is by a mixture of examinations and written assignments.

Additional information

Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees.

If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information.