Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Harrow

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 full-time at Stanmore College, five days a week during the day. This two-year course covers fitness training, functional anatomy, coaching for performance, and applied sport and exercise psychology. It gives you a strong foundation for work in sport and fitness or for moving into higher education. You'll study core units alongside additional modules that broaden your knowledge and career options.

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.

Football Pathway - Analysis in Football Performance Football Pathway - Business and Management Football Pathway - Football Coaching Football Pathway - Media and Marketing

Sport Pathway - Analysis in Sport Performance Sport Pathway - Business and Management Sport Pathway - Sports Coaching and Performance Sport Pathway - Media and Marketing

This course is offered at multiple locations, please visit the website using the link for more information on modules for each pathway, and for location options, or contact Stanmore College directly.

What you will learn

  • You'll study fitness training principles and how to apply them
  • You'll learn functional anatomy and how the body moves and responds to exercise
  • You'll explore coaching for performance and how to support athletes and participants
  • You'll develop knowledge of applied sport and exercise psychology
  • You'll build understanding of how sport science connects to real coaching and training contexts

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Stanmore College, covering theory and practical elements across sport and exercise science. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, projects, and practical tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across the qualification.

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

  • Fitness instructor, supporting clients in gyms or leisure centres
  • Sports coach, working with teams or individual athletes
  • Personal trainer, designing and delivering training programmes
  • Leisure centre assistant, supporting activities and facilities
  • Sports development officer, promoting participation in local communities
  • Teaching assistant (PE), supporting physical education in schools

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, if you want to move into teaching or coaching roles in further education
  • Foundation Degree or BSc in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Exercise Physiology at university
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, to specialise in one-to-one fitness coaching
  • PGCE or School Direct, if you want to qualify as a PE teacher after a degree

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