Free BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Radstock. Classes run at Writhlington School, full-time over two years. This level 3 btec sport and exercise science course covers anatomy and physiology, fitness training and programming, professional development in the sports industry, and practical sports performance. You'll need a grade 4 in GCSE PE and grade 44 in GCSE Science to apply. You must also be competing in sport outside school. The course is designed to support progression to higher education or entry into sport sector roles.
Who this course is for
"BTEC Sport is aimed at students with an interest in sport, exercise and health and includes a range of practical and theory based lessons in order to give students an insight into a variety of sports based careers or further study. Unit 1: Anatomy & Physiology Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry Unit 7: Practical Sports Performance"
Entry requirements
Grade 4 in GCSE PE and a grade 44 in GCSE Science. Students must be taking part in competitive sport outside of school.
What you will learn
You'll study the anatomy and physiology of the human body and how it responds to exercise.
You'll learn how to design and deliver fitness training programmes for health, sport and well-being.
You'll explore professional development and career pathways within the sports industry.
You'll analyse and reflect on your own practical sports performance.
You'll develop knowledge of how sport and exercise science applies to real training environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions and theory-based classroom lessons. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed units (assignments, projects, and practical tasks) and externally assessed units (written examinations set by Pearson Edexcel). Each unit is assessed separately, and your results contribute to an overall grade of Pass, Merit, or Distinction.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Writhlington School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach: plan and deliver training sessions for teams or individuals.
Fitness instructor: lead gym-based exercise classes and one-to-one sessions.
Personal trainer: design tailored programmes for individual clients.
Sports development officer: promote participation in sport at community level.
Leisure centre assistant: support day-to-day operations at a sports facility.
Sports administrator: handle coordination and logistics for clubs or organisations.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Sport and Exercise Science: the natural next step if you want to go deeper into the science behind human performance.
BSc in Physical Education: a route into teaching PE at secondary school level.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification: if you want to start working with clients sooner rather than completing a full degree.
Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning: for those focused on elite sport performance roles.
