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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Beckton

CostFREE
Duration1 year
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 one year.

You'll study the science behind sport and physical activity, explore coaching techniques, and develop practical skills for working in the sector. The course covers anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, fitness testing, and coaching practice. You earn UCAS points on completion, which can support progression to university alongside a further year of study.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 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.

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 as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll develop coaching skills and techniques for working with participants.
  • You'll carry out fitness testing and analyse the results.
  • You'll investigate career opportunities across the sport and physical activity sector.
  • You'll build transferable skills relevant to employment, apprenticeships, or further study.

How you will learn

The course blends face-to-face classroom sessions with online study. You'll take part in practical coaching activities alongside theory-based learning. Assessment is through a combination of coursework, practical tasks, and written assignments. Full-time attendance is required during the day.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required depending on the activities you take part in. West Ham United Foundation will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for a club or community group.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Personal trainer, needs additional fitness qualifications beyond this Diploma.
  • Sports analyst or performance analyst, typically requires a degree-level qualification as a further step.

What you could study next

  • NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, one additional year of study that strengthens your UCAS points for university entry.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Sport, a step toward degree-level study in sports science or coaching.
  • Bachelor's degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching (Level 6), the route into performance analysis, sports therapy, or teaching roles.
  • Sports coaching apprenticeship, combines paid work with structured training.
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