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Sport (Level 1) — Full-time

Course outline

This course is perfect if you enjoy sport or exercise and would like to build a foundation of knowledge about working in the sports, fitness and leisure industry.

You’ll learn about a range of different sports and about the many career options.

You will study ten units, some of which may include:

  • Working with others
  • How exercise affects the body
  • Coaching skills in sport
  • Being organised

You will also study English and maths either at GCSE or Functional Skills depending on the qualifications you have already achieved.

Classroom based lessons are held at the Basford campus and the practical sessions are delivered at community venues. At present, all practical sessions are delivered at Harvey Hadden. We have excellent links with local sports facilities and local professional sports teams to maximise your study opportunities. You’ll get to enjoy learning and playing sport in a fun and friendly environment with experienced coaches and tutors.

You could also join our Fast Track Sport Academy while studying on this course. Read more about the Fast Track Academy.

How to apply for this course

Apply online to start in 2024/25.

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Location Date
664 Nuthall Road
Basford
Nottingham
NG8 6AQ

Start: Monday 2nd September 2024

Course code: C000218 / Q001269

Qualification

Pearson BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Sport

Duration

1 year

Level Level 1
Entry requirements

You’ll need 4 GCSEs at grades 3–1 (D–G), including English Language and Maths at grades 3–1 (D–G), or a relevant Entry 3 vocational qualification. With this you will be asked to sit an initial assessment and this must show that you are ready to study English and Maths at Level 1.

Progression

Choose to follow with a Level 2 programme in one of Nottingham College’s sports pathways or move into public services or travel and tourism to develop your knowledge of how sport contributes to our tourism and visitor economy. You could also apply for one of the many apprenticeships available through Nottingham College.

Additional information

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

If you are aged 19 or over you may still be eligible for funding. Check out our Financial Help pages to find out more!

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

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