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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in London for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Greig City Academy

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration12 months
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 London.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in London. Classes run at Greig City Academy, full-time during the day.

The course takes 12 months and covers the science and practice behind sport and physical performance. You'll study topics such as anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, fitness training, and sports psychology. It suits those aiming toward careers in coaching, sport science, or physiotherapy.

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

Who this course is for

Students wishing to study a career in sports coaching, science or physiotherapy

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll explore sports coaching principles and how to plan sessions.
  • You'll learn about fitness training methods and how to apply them.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop knowledge of nutrition and its role in sport.
  • You'll investigate sport science concepts relevant to physiotherapy and performance analysis.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Greig City Academy. Assessment is through a mix of coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed throughout the year and marked against set criteria. Some units are assessed by written examinations.

What you will need to bring

Greig City Academy will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise and gym-floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual fitness programmes for clients. This role typically requires a Level 3 Personal Training qualification alongside this Certificate.
  • Sports development officer, supports participation programmes in the community.
  • Leisure centre assistant, works across fitness, reception, and activity areas.
  • Sports administrator, coordinates events, fixtures, and club operations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for those wanting a stronger foundation before higher education.
  • HNC or HND in Sport and Exercise Science (Level 4 or Level 5), a higher-level route into sport science roles.
  • Bachelor's degree in Sport Science, Physiotherapy, or Physical Education (Level 6), the main route into physiotherapy or sport science careers. A degree is required for chartered physiotherapy.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or instructing roles.
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