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BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Wandsworth for 16 to 18 Year Olds – ARK Putney Academy

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Sports Coaching Courses in Wandsworth.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Wandsworth. Classes run full-time at ARK Putney Academy over two years. This Pearson Edexcel qualification covers the science behind human movement, fitness, and physical performance. You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, nutrition, and exercise physiology. The course is designed for daytime study and gives you a strong grounding in both the practical and scientific sides of sport. It's a recognised route into higher education in sport, health, or related sciences.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and the mental factors that affect performance.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and how diet supports athletic performance.
  • You'll examine exercise physiology and the science of fitness training.
  • You'll develop research and data analysis skills used in sport science.
  • You'll investigate injury prevention and the principles of safe training.
  • You'll apply scientific knowledge to real sporting contexts and case studies.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams, though some units include external assessment set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete projects, reports, and practical tasks in the classroom. Teaching is delivered face-to-face during the day at ARK Putney Academy. Assessment is ongoing throughout the two years, with work marked against Pearson Edexcel grade criteria at Pass, Merit, and Distinction levels.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. ARK Putney Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach: plan and deliver training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor: guide clients through exercise programmes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer: design tailored fitness plans for individual clients.
  • Sports development officer: promote participation in sport at community level.
  • Exercise referral instructor: support clients referred by health professionals.
  • Sports administrator: coordinate events, fixtures, and club operations.
  • Leisure centre assistant: support day-to-day operations at a sports facility.

What you could study next

A level 3 btec sport and exercise science qualification is widely accepted for university entry. You could progress to a BSc in Sport Science, Exercise Physiology, or Sports Coaching. If you want a more clinical route, degrees in Physiotherapy or Sports Rehabilitation are also options. Some learners go on to study a BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sport as a shorter route into higher education.

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