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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Croydon

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Croydon. Classes run at Coulsdon Sixth Form College, full-time over 35 weeks. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee remission may be available.

You'll study anatomy and physiology, fitness training, coaching, leadership, and sports psychology. The course combines theory with practical work. You'll sit external exams and complete coursework and controlled assessments. Guest speakers and performance analysis are part of how you learn.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

This exciting qualification is ideal for students with a passion for sport, fitness and performance. Students will develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through the study of topics such as anatomy and physiology, fitness training, coaching, leadership and sports psychology. Assessment is through a combination of external examinations, controlled assessments and coursework assignments, providing students with a varied and engaging learning experience. Learning is enhanced through practical activities, research projects, guest speakers and the analysis of current sporting issues and elite performers.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs grade 9-4 including English Language at grade 4 and maths at grade 4 as a minimum. Practical sporting ability is required. A grade 4 in science is desirable as core units of the course include Anatomy and Physiology. You will need to provide evidence of a satisfactory school record including satisfactory attendance.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the anatomy and physiology of the human body.
  • You'll develop fitness training knowledge and practical skills.
  • You'll learn coaching techniques and leadership skills.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll analyse elite performers and current issues in sport.
  • You'll build research skills through project work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and research projects. Guest speakers contribute to your learning. Assessment combines external examinations, controlled assessments, and coursework assignments. This mix gives you varied ways to show what you know.

What you will need to bring

Coulsdon Sixth Form College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, works with individuals or teams to develop performance.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers one-to-one training programmes.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and operations at a sports facility.
  • Teaching assistant (PE), supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching (Level 6), for roles in performance analysis, physiotherapy, or teaching.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Sport (Level 4 or 5), a work-focused route into sports management or coaching.
  • A higher apprenticeship in sport or fitness, combining work and study at Level 4 or above.
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