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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Oxford – Oxford City FC

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 Oxford. Classes run at Oxford City FC, full-time over two years.

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 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 Level 3 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 develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll study sports coaching methods and how to plan and deliver sessions.
  • You'll learn how to carry out fitness testing and interpret the results.
  • You'll explore the role of nutrition 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 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 coursework, practical tasks, and assignments. Assessment is ongoing throughout the two years rather than through a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required. Oxford City FC will confirm what you need before you start. A bursary may be available if you need financial support 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 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 coordination and logistics for a sports organisation.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or a related subject (Level 6), the most common next step using the UCAS points this qualification earns.
  • An HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route before moving into employment or topping up to a degree.
  • A sports coaching or fitness apprenticeship, combining paid work with structured training at Level 3 or above.
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