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Level 3
Sport and Exercise Science, BTEC Certificate and Extended Certificate
This course is part of our Sixth Form provision and is equivalent of one A Level. Therefore that means you'll also need to choose two additional A Level subjects to study alongside this Extended Certificate.
The sports industry is broad and includes both scientific and more applied, practical sectors. If you are passionate about the physical development and analysis, this course is for you. This course is vocational so will feel more hands-on than an A Level and will give you many skills for gaining employment in the sport science sector. It will also feature understanding from other topics, such as sport psychology, biomechanics, physiology, coaching and fitness.
This course is part of our Sixth Form Career Excellence Hubs, which brings you closer to industry than ever before. You will hear from people within the industry, who will equip you with the latest skills, to enhance your future career opportunities.
What does the course involve?
This programme is equivalent to one A Level and is therefore designed to be studied alongside two other A Levels.
The programme covers a variety of topics around the active leisure, sport and fitness industry. Year one covers anatomy and physiology, working in the sports industry and fitness training. Year two will include study of specialists units.
This subject will provide you with knowledge and understanding of this vocational area. It is an ideal qualification for those who want a broad background in sport science. The subject also develops skills such as analysis and problem solving, which can be used in any career.
How will the course be assessed?
You will be assessed through coursework and some examined units.
What future study opportunities and careers are there? You could apply for a related degree-level course, such as University Centre Weston’s degrees in Sports Studies.
Sport & Exercise Science lends itself to a range of careers in sports and fitness as well as other industries, for example, nutritionist, physiotherapy and chiropractic practice. Some careers that you could consider doing with PE include Sports science, PE teacher, Physiotherapist, Professional Sportsperson, Sports Coach/Consultant, Sports Policy Adviser at local and national level, Diet and fitness instructor and Personal trainer.
What do I do next?
- Ready to apply – please use the ‘apply now’ button at the top of this page.
- I’d like to visit and see the facilities and chat to staff – see when our next open event is here: EVENTS | Weston College
- I have a quick question – use our Live Chat facility on the bottom right of this page
Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at grade 9-4, including English, maths and science.
Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at grade 9-4, including English, maths and science.
Category & Subject Area
A Levels Courses for 16 to 18-year-olds Courses for 16 to 18-year-olds Sport and FitnessiAn interview is required for this course.
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