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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Chippenham – Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham

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 Chippenham. Classes run at Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham, 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 anatomy and physiology, sports coaching principles, fitness training, sports psychology, and nutrition. You'll also study how physical activity affects health and performance. 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 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 study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and its role in sport and physical activity.
  • You'll investigate fitness testing methods and how to analyse results.
  • You'll examine health, wellbeing, and the benefits of physical activity.
  • You'll build transferable skills for employment, apprenticeships, or higher education.

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 assignments, practical tasks, and coursework throughout the two years. There are no formal written exams; assessment is ongoing and portfolio-based.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required for practical sessions. Stanley Park Sports Ground, Chippenham 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 group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual fitness programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and operations at a leisure facility.
  • Physical education technician, assists PE departments in schools.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education (Level 6), the most common next step using the UCAS points this course earns.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route into sports management or coaching.
  • A sports coaching apprenticeship, combining work and study toward a professional coaching role.
  • CIMSPA-endorsed qualifications, for those moving into personal training or fitness instruction professionally.
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