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Level 3 Sport Course in Eastbourne – East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus

Cost£811.00 Sports kit is available to purchase via a online shop, additional fees may include educational trips and visits some of this will be mandatory to attend as part of assessment.
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Sport Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time during the day.

You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports injuries, sports nutrition, and fitness testing. Units also cover exercise and health, sports coaching theories, and team sports dynamics. The course runs over two years. You'll need a GCSE grade 4 in English Language or Maths to join. This Level 3 sport qualification counts as one A-level, so you'll need two further A-levels alongside it to complete your full-time programme.

You'll finish with an Introductory Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity, awarded by NCFE.

Who this course is for

Our Level 3 Sport course (Single) will give you the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours you need to work in the sports industry. You will learn more about anatomy and physiology, sports injuries, sports nutrition, and fitness testing for sport and exercise.This course is worth 1 A-level over two years and you must choose an additional 2 A-Levels alongside this course to make up your full time programme.

Entry requirements

A GCSE grade 4 in English Language or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of anatomy and physiology.
  • You'll study the physiology of fitness and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn about common sports injuries, how to treat them, and how to prevent them.
  • You'll examine sports nutrition and how diet affects athletic performance.
  • You'll carry out fitness testing for sport and exercise.
  • You'll study theories of sports coaching and apply them in practice.
  • You'll analyse the dynamics of team sports.
  • You'll explore exercise, health, and lifestyle and their relationship to performance.

How you will learn

You'll be assessed continuously throughout the course and at set points each year. You'll complete three coursework-based assignments per year. Assessment also includes practical work, coaching sessions, presentations, and written tasks for each unit. Classes are delivered in person at the Eastbourne Campus during the day.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit is available to purchase via an online shop. Additional fees may apply for educational trips and visits, some of which are mandatory as part of your assessment. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm what 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.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with exercise programmes and equipment use.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Personal trainer, this role typically needs a further Level 3 Personal Training qualification.
  • Sports therapist, further study at Level 4 or above is usually required.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing, a practical route into gym and fitness work.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, a broader qualification at the same level that may open further options.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Sport, a step toward higher education in sport.
  • A bachelor's degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching (Level 6), for those aiming toward professional or research roles in sport.
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