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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport And Exercise Science Course in Birmingham – University College Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
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 Birmingham. Classes run at University College Birmingham, full-time over two years. This level 3 BTEC sport and exercise science qualification covers the science behind human performance, physical activity, and health. You'll study physiology, psychology, biomechanics, and fitness testing, combining classroom learning with practical lab work. The course includes a placement and enrichment visits to professional sport science facilities. It carries the same UCAS points as three A-levels, giving you a strong route into university or the sports industry.

Who this course is for

Understanding the science behind sport and exercise helps address a range of challenges we face, from tackling obesity, physical inactivity and unhealthy ageing to enhancing the performance of elite athletes. Our Sport and Exercise Science college course combines theoretical knowledge with a range of practical applications to help prepare you for working in the sports industry.

Entry requirements

Please refer to the University College Birmingham course page for specific entry requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore exercise physiology and how the body responds to physical activity.
  • You'll study sports psychology and its role in performance.
  • You'll apply biomechanics principles to analyse movement in sport.
  • You'll carry out field and laboratory-based fitness testing.
  • You'll examine the links between physical activity, health, and wellbeing.
  • You'll develop knowledge of sports nutrition and its effect on performance.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how sport science addresses issues like obesity and physical inactivity.

How you will learn

Learning combines classroom sessions with practical laboratory work and industry placements. You'll be assessed through assignments, projects, and practical tasks throughout the course. The BTEC format means most of your assessment is coursework-based rather than final exams, though some units include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Enrichment activities, including visits to professional sport science environments, support your applied learning.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, supporting athletes to improve technique and fitness
  • 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
  • Strength and conditioning assistant, supporting athlete training programmes
  • Health and wellbeing coordinator, working in workplace or community settings
  • Sports administrator, managing operations for clubs or organisations

What you could study next

A Level 3 BTEC sport and exercise science qualification at Foundation Diploma level can lead to further study at Level 3 or directly into higher education, depending on your UCAS points. Many learners go on to a degree in Sport Science, Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy, Sports Psychology, or Sports Nutrition. You could also study a Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sport if you want a shorter higher education route before committing to a full degree.

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