Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Harrow – Stanmore College

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

About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Harrow. Classes run at Stanmore College, full-time during the day over two years.

The course covers fitness training, functional anatomy, coaching for performance, and applied sport and exercise psychology. You'll build a broad base of knowledge across sport and exercise science. Core units are supported by additional specialist topics to strengthen your career prospects.

You'll complete the NCFE Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

The Sport Studies NCFE Certificate Diploma (and Extended Diploma) Level 3 is a designed to give you a strong platform of knowledge and skills in the world of sport and exercise science.

You will learn about fitness training, functional anatomy, coaching for performance, applied sport and exercise psychology. All of which will help you in progress towards further study or employment.

In addition to the core modules, you’ll improve your career prospects by building additional knowledge through specific activities such as educational talks, external visits, and workshops. You will also have the opportunity to complete the SLQ Level 3 Qualification in Sports Leadership to gain you the skills to develop as a coach. This will enable you to coach in different environments.

Within this course, we offer our you multiple pathways so that you can study sport as well as specialise in other areas that are of interest to you. By pairing sport with another subject you will expand your potential and lead your career in multiple directions.

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What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of fitness training and how to apply them.
  • You'll explore functional anatomy and how the body moves and responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn coaching techniques to support performance in sport.
  • You'll examine sport and exercise psychology and how it affects athletes.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health, wellbeing, and physical activity promotion.
  • You'll build practical skills relevant to coaching, instruction, and sport science roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, practical assessments, and portfolio work. Classes are daytime and full-time at Stanmore College. You'll work through core units alongside specialist topics throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stanmore College 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 group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sport and leisure assistant, supports activities at leisure centres or sports clubs.
  • Exercise referral instructor, works with clients referred by health professionals.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or teaching sport.
  • Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Sport, a step toward a sport science or coaching degree.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport Science or Coaching, offered at many universities and colleges.
  • Relevant NVQ qualifications in fitness instruction or personal training, for those moving into gym-based roles.

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