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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Coventry

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 Coventry. Classes run at Moat House Leisure Centre, full-time during the day.

The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports coaching principles, fitness testing, nutrition, and sports psychology. The course takes one year full-time and earns UCAS points, which can support progression to higher education. You'll usually need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, to be considered.

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 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 carry out fitness testing and interpret the results.
  • You'll study the principles of nutrition and how diet affects performance.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and its role in athletic performance.
  • You'll investigate career and study opportunities in the sport and physical activity sector.
  • You'll build practical and technical skills transferable to employment or further study.

How you will learn

The course is delivered through a blend of face-to-face classroom sessions and online study. You'll be assessed through a combination of assignments, practical tasks, and coursework. Assessment is ongoing throughout the year rather than through a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required for practical sessions. Moat House Leisure Centre 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 exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Personal trainer, works with individual clients on fitness goals, usually requires additional PT certification.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of sports clubs or leisure facilities.
  • Teaching assistant (PE), supports physical education in a school setting.

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.
  • HNC or HND in Sport and Exercise Science (Level 4 or Level 5), a higher-level college route into the sector.
  • Bachelor's degree in Sport and Exercise Science (Level 6), the main route into graduate roles in coaching, performance analysis, or sport science.
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