The Sport and Exercise Science sector is at the forefront of the connection between physical activity and health, making it a pivotal field with diverse career opportunities.
This course is tailored for individuals aspiring to thrive in the sports industry, preparing you for a university-level pathway in sport or nurturing your passion for sport and exercise sciences.
This course leads to potential career destinations such as;
Our program not only equips you with specialised knowledge in sport and exercise science but also transferable skills sought after by higher education institutions and employers.
Over two years, equivalent to three A Levels, you’ll explore 13 comprehensive elements, providing a robust foundation for your academic and sporting aspirations.
Study diverse units such as:
You’ll learn in a dynamic environment that integrates realistic vocational situations and activities, ensuring a holistic understanding of Sport and Exercise Sciences.
You’ll also engage in practical components such as:
You’ll also have the exclusive opportunity to join one of our eight specialised sport academies, offering up to 4.5 hours of professional training each week, access to competitions, and personalised training and development programs.
English Language GCSE at grade 5 plus four more GCSEs at grade 4 including maths and science.
Assessment Overview:
Over the two years, you will undertake four externally assessed units:
Internally assessed components include:
Assessment methods vary, incorporating project work, essays, report writing, practical delivery, and presentations to ensure a well-rounded evaluation of your skills and knowledge.
Our dedicated Academy for Sport boasts over 25 experienced sport delivery staff, including teachers, coaches, and learning facilitators.
Each member specialises in areas such as:
You will undertake a 30 hour work placement or work readiness activities as part of our employment edge promise.
You’ll study at our Academy for Sport, where our facilities are among the best in the country and include:
Completing our course opens doors to further education, with the potential to earn between 48 and 168 UCAS points, depending on your grades.
The skills gained during your studies align with the demands of both higher education and employers, making you an attractive candidate for a range of careers.
Our alumni have successfully secured places in renowned institutions, including:
Notable alumni include:
Reading Football Cub state they they believe that this qualification would develop the required knowledge and specialist skills to enable students to progress through to the next stage of their development.
“We employ a range of staff to work in our first team, academy and community departments. Such roles include; Sports Scientists, Assistant Sports Scientist, Analyst, Physiotherapy and Performance Coach.”
Sheffield Hallam University state that they welcome the inclusion of external assessment (exams) in these qualifications. Also, the introduction of a larger mandatory core, comprising over half of each qualification, will provide students with a solid foundation.
This means that all students will study a broad and common element of content, and therefore the wide range of options offered in the larger qualifications will be helpful in allowing students to explore areas in which they may wish to specialise at degree level.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free or reduced price course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront in full and qualify for a 10% discount.
You can get more information at our enrolment events, by calling 0191 490 0300 or email us at [email protected]
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
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View or download our course guide for 16-18 year olds.