Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Downham Market. Classes run at Athena Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in English and maths, to be considered for a place. The course runs over two years and covers body systems, sports coaching, sports organisation, performance analysis, and event management. It combines theory with practical learning, and builds the knowledge and skills that careers in sport, coaching, and exercise science require.
Who this course is for
This Cambridge Technical Sports and Physical Activity Diploma is for students who are passionate about sports, fitness, and health, and want to develop practical and theoretical skills for careers in sport, coaching, or exercise science
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including 4 in English Language, Lit and maths.
What you will learn
You'll study how the body responds to physical activity and exercise.
You'll develop sports coaching and activity leadership skills.
You'll explore how sports organisations are structured and developed.
You'll analyse performance in sport and exercise settings.
You'll learn how to plan and run sports events.
You'll gain an understanding of the theory behind physical activity and health.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework. Assessment includes written exams for units such as Body Systems and Sports Organisation and Development. Other units are assessed through coursework and portfolio evidence. Some units involve practical tasks in sports and coaching contexts.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Athena Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach: plan and deliver sessions for individuals or groups
Fitness instructor: lead exercise classes or gym-floor training
Sports development officer: support participation and community sport
Activity leader: run physical activity programmes in schools or leisure centres
Personal trainer: design and deliver one-to-one fitness programmes
Sports administrator: coordinate events, fixtures, and club operations
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport: a larger qualification covering more units, suited to those wanting a broader sport and physical activity qualification before higher education.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education: university-level study for roles in coaching, exercise science, or sports management.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification: a specialist route into fitness instruction and personal training.
