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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Bristol – Cotham School

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 Course in Bristol. Classes run at Cotham School, full-time over two years.

You'll study anatomy and physiology, fitness training and programming, and professional development in the sports industry. You also choose one optional unit linked to your career or study goals. The course is assessed mainly through coursework, with one exam. You'll build skills in teamwork, leadership, performance analysis, and evaluation that employers and universities value.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to join this Level 3 BTEC sport course. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

For details see: http://www.nbp16c.org.uk/SPORT-BTEC-Level-3/index.asp

Entry requirements

Five GCSE's grade 4 or above, Level 2 BTEC sport (Merit), GCSE PE (4) if taken. Active participation in competitive sport

What you will learn

  • You'll study the anatomy and physiology of the human body and how it responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn how to design and deliver fitness training programmes for health, sport, and well-being.
  • You'll develop your understanding of professional development in the sports industry.
  • You'll choose one optional unit to support your progression into higher education or a specific sports career.
  • You'll practise performance analysis, leadership, and evaluation skills through individual and group work.
  • You'll build the transferable skills that universities and sports employers look for.

How you will learn

You'll learn through teacher-led activities, individual work, group tasks, and presentations. Most of your assessment is through internal and external coursework. There is also one external exam. You'll complete four units in total over the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cotham School will confirm anything else you need before you start. A bursary scheme is available to help with costs such as transport, books, and equipment.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and workout plans.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supports PE lessons in schools.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units and carrying additional UCAS points.
  • A degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education at university, where this BTEC carries UCAS points equivalent to an A Level.
  • A degree in Sport Psychology or Sport Therapy, for those interested in the health and performance side of sport.
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