Free Level 3 Sport Course in Droitwich

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Sport Course in Droitwich. Classes run full-time at Droitwich Spa High School, over two years. You'll study sport and physical exercise in depth, working through units assessed by scenario-based assignments graded at pass, merit, or distinction. Your final grade reflects points earned across all units, and you must pass every unit to complete the course. This level 3 sport qualification is offered by OCR and sits at the same level as an A Level.

Who this course is for

Students should have an interest and aptitude for sport and physical exercise. The assessment for each unit will be a number of scenario based assignments. Each assignment will be linked to grading criteria e.g. pass, merit, distinction These grades are worth a certain number of points which are added up to decide your final grade. NB You must pass all units to pass the course

Entry requirements

See school website

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of sport science and how the body responds to physical exercise.
  • You'll analyse performance in sport and physical activity.
  • You'll explore how sport organisations and events are planned and managed.
  • You'll apply your understanding to realistic sport scenarios through assignment work.
  • You'll build subject knowledge across a range of sport and exercise topics at Level 3.

How you will learn

Each unit is assessed through scenario-based assignments. Assignments are marked against grading criteria at pass, merit, or distinction level. Points from each assignment are added together to decide your overall grade. You must pass all units to complete the course. Teaching takes place in the classroom at Droitwich Spa High School across two full-time years of daytime study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Droitwich Spa High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, working with individuals or teams to improve performance
  • Fitness instructor, leading exercise 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 activities and facilities day to day
  • Sports administrator, handling operations for clubs or governing bodies

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport (OCR Cambridge Technical) - a larger qualification that carries more UCAS points and broadens your subject coverage.
  • Degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education - universities accept the Cambridge Technical Certificate as part of an application.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification - if you want to move directly into fitness instruction or personal training work.

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