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Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Reading for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Reading. Classes run at Maiden Erlegh School, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport science, coaching principles, fitness, and physical activity promotion. You'll explore how the body works, how to plan training, and how sport is organised and delivered. Units also cover health, wellbeing, and working with different groups.

Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including grade 4 or above in English Language and a GCSE Double Science. Previous study of GCSE Physical Education or a vocational sports course is also expected. You'll finish with an OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

For students wishing to study Sports and Physical Activity in September 2021. This exciting new course aims to allow students who have an interest in sport and exercise to specialise in this area.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's at grade 5+ (or Merit+ in equivalents). If the 5 passes does not include English (language or literature) and mathematics of grade 5+, students must, in addition, achieve at least a grade 4 in English (language or literature) and mathematics. In addition for this course the minimum entry requirements are Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and at least a 4/4 in a GCSE Double Science qualification and to have ideally studied GCSE Physical Education or equivalent vocational Sports course.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the anatomy and physiology behind sport and exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll explore health, fitness, and physical activity promotion.
  • You'll develop skills in sports leadership and working with different groups.
  • You'll understand how sport organisations are managed and funded.
  • You'll apply sport science principles to training and performance.
  • You'll build knowledge of injury prevention and safe practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons taught by subject specialists. Assessment combines coursework assignments and external examinations. Units are assessed through a mix of written tasks, practical activities, and observed performance. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the two years of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Maiden Erlegh School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or personal training sessions.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local areas.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in schools.
  • Leisure centre assistant, works across fitness, swimming, and activity programmes.
  • Sports administrator, coordinates events and operations for sport organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a broader qualification for those wanting more depth before university.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport Coaching or Sport Science, a two-year higher education route into professional roles.
  • Degree in Sport Science, Physical Education, or Coaching, the main route into graduate-level careers in sport.
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification, for those focusing on fitness instruction and gym-based work.
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