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Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Bradford

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Bradford. Classes run at St. Bedes & St. Josephs Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy, full-time over two years.

The course covers the principles of sport studies, skills development, and sports leadership. You'll explore contemporary issues including funding, participation, technology in sport, ethics, and the role of the media. The qualification is awarded by OCR and gives you a strong grounding for work or further study in sport and fitness.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

The Cambridge National in Sport Studies takes a more sector-based focus, while also including some core sport/physical education themes. Students have the opportunity to apply fundamental principles and concepts of sport studies, skills development and sports leadership to their own practical performance. They’ll learn about contemporary issues in sport such as funding, participation, how technology is used within sport, ethics and values, and sport and the media.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply fundamental principles of sport studies to your own practical performance.
  • You'll develop sports leadership skills in real contexts.
  • You'll explore how sport is funded and how participation is shaped.
  • You'll examine the role of technology in modern sport.
  • You'll study ethics, values, and the relationship between sport and the media.
  • You'll build knowledge of contemporary issues affecting sport today.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining theory and practical activity. Assessment for this OCR qualification includes coursework, practical tasks, and written units. You'll complete a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed components across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St. Bedes & St. Josephs Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or personal training in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes participation in local sport programmes.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of clubs, events, or sporting organisations.
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supports PE lessons in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, a route into gym-based roles and personal training.
  • BA (Hons) in Sport Science or Sport Coaching, for those wanting a degree in the field.
  • PGCE or School Direct, if you want to qualify as a PE teacher after a relevant degree.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful for those moving into coaching or instructing roles.
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