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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Beckton – West Ham United Foundation

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 Beckton. Classes run at West Ham United Foundation, 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 training, nutrition, and sports psychology. The course also carries UCAS points, so it can support an application to university. 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 study 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 explore fitness training methods and how to apply them safely.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and its role in sport and physical performance.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll investigate career and higher education opportunities in the sport sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a blend of classroom sessions and online study. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and assignments completed over the two years. There is no single final exam; your work is assessed throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required. West Ham United Foundation will confirm exactly what you need before you start. Bursary support may be available for eligible learners who need help with costs.

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 individual training programmes for clients.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of a sports club or organisation.
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supports PE lessons in schools.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or a related subject (Level 6), the Extended Diploma carries UCAS points that count toward entry.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route into the sector.
  • A sports coaching or fitness apprenticeship, combining work and further study at Level 3 or above.
  • A CIMSPA-recognised personal training qualification, needed to work as a registered personal trainer.
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