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Free Access to HE Sport and Exercise Course in Liverpool

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start29 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body
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About this course

Free Access to HE Sport and Exercise Course in Liverpool. Classes run full-time at The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street, over one year.

The course is designed for adults aged 19 or over who want to move into higher education. You'll study sport and exercise science through classroom sessions, discussion, and practical workshops. Units cover anatomy and physiology, psychology of sport, nutrition, research skills, and academic writing. You can personalise your programme to suit the university pathway you're aiming for.

You need GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above, or a Level 2 equivalent, to enrol. You'll finish with an Open Awards Access to HE Diploma (Sport and Exercise).

Who this course is for

These qualifications are designed for adults (19+) who have been out of full-time education for some time and are aiming to progress into higher education study. This one year course offers a flexible and comprehensive range of modules. Students select a personalised course that can meet a variety of outcomes. These are applied to sport and exercise through classroom study, discussion and practical workshops. This intensive programme also includes units to help develop your study and research skills and to assist with your personal development. You will also learn important study skills relevant to studying science, including undertaking effective research, collecting and analysing scientific data and writing experiment reports and essays. Additional modules will help you develop your study and research skills and assist with your personal development for further study. You will be taught in various ways including lectures, workshops, seminars, self-directed study, research exercises, group-learning and work-based activity and tutorials. You will be assessed through a combination of assignments and controlled assessments set by the awarding body. Modules include Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, Sports Psychology, Sports Injuries, Skill acquisition. There is a tutorial session built into the timetable to allow you to have a one to one with your personal tutor. In addition, there is a study support class which is available to all students to further support your studies.

Entry requirements

You must be aged 19 or over and have GCSE English and maths at grade A-C / 4-9 or Level 2 Equivalent or be working towards. These are set to mirror the requirements set by most universities, but please be aware that some universities will not accept equivalent qualifications such as functional skills. These can be undertaken as part of your course at the college but may incur further costs.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to sport and exercise.
  • You'll study the psychology of sport, including motivation, performance, and mental health.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and its role in physical performance and recovery.
  • You'll develop research and academic writing skills needed for university study.
  • You'll analyse sport and exercise science concepts through practical workshops and discussion.
  • You'll build a personalised programme of units matched to your chosen university pathway.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, group discussion, and practical workshops. Assessment is through assignments, written tasks, and coursework rather than formal exams. The programme is intensive and full-time, running during the day. Units are studied across the year, and you'll build a portfolio of work that meets university entry requirements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, works with individuals or teams to improve performance.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers one-to-one fitness programmes.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport across communities.
  • Exercise referral specialist, supports clients with health conditions through physical activity.
  • Sports administrator, manages operations for clubs, venues, or governing bodies.

What you could study next

  • BSc (Hons) Sports Science, the most direct university route after this Diploma.
  • BSc (Hons) Physical Education, for those interested in teaching sport.
  • BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, for those aiming toward a clinical sports health career.
  • BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics, building on the nutrition units in this course.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a vocational alternative if university is not the next step.
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