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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Hammersmith and Fulham

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith and Fulham College, full-time during the day. You'll study over two years, covering coaching, fitness, leadership, and sports psychology. The course includes mandatory units and optional areas so you can focus on the parts of sport that interest you most. Entry requirements include four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification with Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2. You'll also have an interview with tutors at enrolment.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

We recommend that you have:

Four GCSEs grade 4 or above, including English and maths or A relevant Level 2 qualification and Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2

You will alsohave an interview with our course tutors at enrolment, so we canensure the course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop technical coaching skills across a range of sports and physical activities.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how it applies to performance and coaching.
  • You'll explore fitness principles, training methods, and exercise programming.
  • You'll build leadership skills relevant to coaching and sports development roles.
  • You'll learn about sports management and how the sports industry operates.
  • You'll gain knowledge of health, wellbeing, and the role of physical activity in people's lives.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical coaching activities, and use of the college's sports hall and gym. Assessment is through a mix of assignments, practical observations, and portfolio work across mandatory and optional units. Tutors will support you throughout, and you'll have an interview at enrolment to make sure the course is the right fit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith and Fulham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach. Work with individuals or teams in a chosen sport.
  • Personal trainer. Design and deliver fitness programmes for clients.
  • Fitness instructor. Lead group exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Sports development officer. Promote participation in sport at community level.
  • PE teaching assistant. Support physical education in schools.
  • Leisure centre supervisor. Oversee day-to-day operations at a sports facility.
  • Sports event coordinator. Plan and manage sporting events and competitions.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education. This is a natural next step if you want to specialise or move into graduate-level roles.
  • A degree in Physiotherapy or Sports Therapy. Opens routes into rehabilitation and injury management.
  • PGCE or School Direct (PE). If you want to train as a PE teacher, you'll need a degree first, then a teaching qualification.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Useful if you want to coach or teach in further education settings.
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