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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in London – London Nautical, City of London Academy

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport in London. Classes run at London Nautical, City of London Academy, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport performance, anatomy and physiology, coaching, fitness training, and sports psychology. You study both the practical and academic sides of sport. It carries the same weight as one A level, and you can take it alongside other Level 3 qualifications.

You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English and maths, to get a place. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

If you are intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching, this course is for you. It allows you to explore sport both as a performer and academically and gives you the opportunity to study a work related qualification alongside other level 3 courses such as A levels or other BTEC qualifications. The equivalent of 1 A level, it will also give you transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll explore fitness training methods and how to plan training programmes.
  • You'll analyse sport performance and learn how to give constructive feedback.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll build knowledge of sports development and recreation management.
  • You'll practise sport as a performer and reflect on your own performance.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical sport sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through Pearson-set assignments completed over the course. Some units include external assessments set and marked by Pearson. You'll build a portfolio of work that shows your knowledge and practical skills across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. London Nautical, City of London Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and workout plans.
  • Sports development officer, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Recreation assistant, supports the running of leisure and sports facilities.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units and carrying the weight of two A levels.
  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education, for those wanting to go further into the academic or professional side of sport.
  • Level 3 Personal Training qualification, for those focused on the fitness industry.
  • PGCE or School Direct, for those aiming to teach physical education.
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