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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Lincoln – Lincoln College

CostFREE
Duration71 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Lincoln College, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec sport and exercise science course runs for 70 weeks and is equivalent to three A-levels. It focuses on the science behind sport, covering how physiology, psychology, and biomechanics combine to improve athletic performance. The course is theory-based and suits those who enjoy the scientific side of sport. It is a strong route into university study in sports science, physical education, or sports development.

Who this course is for

Do you want to get into Sports Coaching, Physical Education or Sports Development Related studies? Do you enjoy the science behind sports as well as playing? If so, this course is for you.

This course is ideal if you want to apply to university. This course is more theory based and is best for those who excel in sciences and want to learn how sport and science combine to enhance athletic performance.

This programme is the equivalent to three A-levels and requires the students to undertake a total of 13 units across two years of study.

Alongside the BTEC course, you will also study a variety of 'extras' to ensure that you graduate from this course with some essential knowledge and skills needed for working within the sector. The 'extra' courses that you will study are; First Aid Qualification, The FA Safeguarding 'For All' course, and The FA Sudden Cardiac Arrest course.

During this course, you'll learn:

  • Sport and Exercise Physiology
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Field and Laboratory-based Fitness Testing
  • Coaching for Performance and Fitness
  • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Performance
  • Applied Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Science

Entry requirements

You'll need five GCSEs Grade four to nine or equivalent (must include English Language, Maths and Science).

What you will learn

  • You'll study the physiology of sport and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll examine biomechanics and movement analysis in sport.
  • You'll learn how nutrition supports athletic performance and recovery.
  • You'll investigate research methods used in sport and exercise science.
  • You'll develop knowledge of sports coaching principles and practice.
  • You'll analyse how training programmes are designed and evaluated.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lincoln College, combining lectures, practical investigations, and group work. Assessment is through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set examinations, as required by the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma. Some units are assessed through set tasks under controlled conditions. Your tutors will guide you through each unit and support your assignment work throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, supporting athletes in training and competition
  • Fitness instructor, leading exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres
  • Personal trainer, designing programmes for individual clients
  • Sports development officer, promoting participation in local communities
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supporting PE in schools
  • Gym manager, overseeing operations at a fitness facility
  • Sports analyst, using data to assess and improve performance

What you could study next

This qualification is designed as a university entry route. You could go on to study a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science, Sports Coaching, Physical Education, or a related degree. Some graduates also progress to a PGCE to train as a PE teacher, or to a Level 4 Certificate in Coaching or Strength and Conditioning if they want to move into applied coaching roles.

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