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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Shrewsbury – Shrewsbury Town 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 Shrewsbury. Classes run at Shrewsbury Town FC, full-time over two years. The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds who meet the eligibility criteria.

This sport and exercise science qualification covers the knowledge, skills and understanding needed across the sport and physical activity sector. You'll study sports coaching, anatomy and physiology, fitness training, 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 be considered.

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, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study sports coaching principles and how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how mental factors affect performance.
  • You'll learn how to design and deliver fitness training programmes.
  • You'll investigate nutrition and its role in sport and physical activity.
  • You'll build understanding of health, wellbeing, and physical activity promotion.
  • You'll develop transferable skills in communication, teamwork, and professional practice.

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. There are no formal written exams. Assessment is ongoing throughout the two years, with work submitted unit by unit.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required. Shrewsbury Town FC will confirm exactly what you need before you start. Bursary support is 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 development assistant, supports participation programmes for a club or local authority.
  • Leisure centre assistant, works across fitness, swimming, and activity programmes.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or a related subject (Level 6), for those wanting to specialise further or move into graduate roles.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route into sport management or coaching.
  • A sports coaching or fitness apprenticeship, combining work and further study at Level 3 or Level 4.
  • A PGCE or teacher training route, for those who want to teach physical education, once a degree is in place.
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