Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Scarborough. Classes run full-time at Scarborough Sixth Form College, five days a week during the day. This two-year course covers the science, practice, and business of sport and physical activity. You'll study topics including anatomy and physiology, fitness testing, biomechanics, sports leadership, and risk assessment. The course is funded through the ESFA 16 to 19 years old programme. It builds the knowledge and skills to move into higher education or directly into work in the sport and physical activity sector.
Who this course is for
More details about studying Sport at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/sport-single-double-triple?category=applied-generals. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]
Entry requirements
Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll study the principles of anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
You'll explore exercise, health, and lifestyle, and how physical activity affects the body.
You'll learn how to assess and manage risk in sport settings.
You'll carry out fitness testing and interpret the results.
You'll study biomechanics and how movement works in sport.
You'll develop skills in sports leadership and team sport.
You'll complete a research project relevant to the sport and physical activity sector.
You'll explore career pathways and how to prepare for work or further study in sport.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, full-time across two years. You'll be assessed through a mix of coursework, practical tasks, and research projects. Units are assessed as you complete them rather than through a single end exam. The course follows an Applied General format, which means assessment is largely assignment based and tied to real sport and physical activity contexts.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, working with individuals or teams in a club or community setting
Fitness instructor, leading sessions in gyms or leisure centres
Personal trainer, designing programmes for individual clients
Sports development officer, promoting participation in local communities
Leisure centre assistant, supporting day-to-day operations and activities
Sports administrator, handling coordination and logistics for clubs or organisations
Physical education teaching assistant, supporting PE in schools
Community sport and health worker, running activity programmes for local groups
What you could study next
A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, Physical Education, or Sports Management at university. This course is designed to support progression into higher education and is recognised for UCAS applications.
A Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Personal Training or Fitness Instruction if you want to specialise in coaching.
A PGCE or School Direct route into teaching if you want to work in physical education in schools after completing a degree.
