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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in East Molesey – Imber Court Sports Club, East Molesey

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in East Molesey. Classes run at Imber Court Sports Club, full-time over two years.

The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds who meet the eligibility criteria. You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports coaching principles, fitness testing, nutrition, and the psychology of sport. The course carries UCAS points, and most universities accept it for entry onto degree courses. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, to join.

You'll finish with an NCFE Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching) is intended for learners aged 16 and over and provides the knowledge, skills and understanding required within the sport and physical activity sector. It will also allow learners to gain transferable skills that can be applied to the workplace or further study and support learners interested in progressing to higher education.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, where possible, including English Language and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll develop sports coaching skills and learn how to plan and deliver sessions.
  • You'll study fitness testing methods and how to analyse results.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and its role in sport and physical activity.
  • You'll examine the psychology of sport and how it affects performance.
  • You'll investigate career opportunities in the sport and physical activity sector.
  • You'll build transferable skills that apply to employment, apprenticeships, or higher education.

How you will learn

The course blends face-to-face classroom sessions with online study. You'll be assessed through a mix of coursework, practical tasks, and assignments throughout the two years. Assessment is ongoing rather than through a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required. Imber Court Sports Club 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 classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers one-to-one training programmes.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a sports facility.
  • Sports administrator, handles bookings, events, and coordination for a sports organisation.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching (Level 6), the natural next step using the UCAS points this Diploma earns.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route into coaching or fitness management.
  • A sports coaching apprenticeship, combining work and study toward a professional coaching role.
  • CIMSPA-endorsed personal training qualifications, for those focusing on fitness instruction and personal training.
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