Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day over two years. You'll develop coaching and instructing skills, learn how to fitness test clients, and build sport science knowledge that connects theory to practice. The course covers specialist career areas in sport and prepares you for higher education. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Sport Study Programme gives you many opportunities to experience a range of activities as part of your studies. Youll develop your own abilities as a coach and instructor, analyse data and experience what it is like to fitness test a client and develop appropriate programmes to improve their health. Integrating sports theory into practice, youll gain insight into specialist career industries and start the preparation you need to move into higher education. This study programme offers progression into a Foundation Degree in related subjects. Alternatively, you can find employment within the sports industry in roles including coaching, fitness instructing or as a personal trainer.
Entry requirements
4 x GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English In addition: See entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll develop your skills as a coach and sports instructor
You'll learn how to fitness test clients and design training programmes
You'll analyse performance data and apply it to improve health outcomes
You'll study sport science theory and put it into practice
You'll explore specialist career areas within the sport and physical activity sector
You'll build the knowledge needed to progress to higher education in sport
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical sport and fitness activities, and applied projects. Assessment includes written assignments, practical observations, and data analysis tasks. You'll work with clients in fitness testing scenarios and develop coaching plans as part of your studies. Learning integrates sport theory with hands-on practice throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach: plan and deliver coaching sessions for groups or individuals
Fitness instructor: lead exercise classes or gym floor sessions
Personal trainer: design and deliver one-to-one training programmes
Community sport development officer: promote physical activity in local communities
Sports development assistant: support sport participation programmes
Leisure centre assistant: work across fitness, swimming, and activity facilities
PE teaching assistant: support physical education in schools
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sport Science or Sports Coaching: the natural next step after this Level 3 Diploma, deepening your knowledge for professional roles or management.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training others in sport and fitness.
Specialist coaching qualifications (for example, FA coaching awards or British Swimming awards): add a sport-specific licence alongside your Diploma to work in a particular sport.
