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Level 3 Sport Course in Bromley for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Charles Darwin School

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

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Sports Coaching Courses in Bromley.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport Course in Bromley. Classes run at Charles Darwin School, full-time during the day.

The course covers sport theory, performance, coaching, fitness, and sports development. You'll also build skills in teamwork, leadership, and resilience. It carries the same weight as two A Levels, so you can study it alongside other Level 3 qualifications. The course takes two years to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

Anyone intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching. It allows you to explore sport both theoretically and as a performer. The equivalent of 2 A levels, you can study it alongside other level 3 courses such as A levels or other work related qualifications. You'll get transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll study the science behind sport, including anatomy, physiology, and fitness testing.
  • You'll explore sports coaching principles and how to plan and deliver sessions.
  • You'll develop your understanding of sports development and recreation management.
  • You'll analyse sport performance and learn how to improve it.
  • You'll build leadership and teamwork skills through practical sport activities.
  • You'll study health, fitness, and exercise principles relevant to instructing and training roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons, practical sport sessions, and coursework assignments. The BTEC is largely assessed through unit assignments rather than exams, though some units include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Charles Darwin 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 group exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual training programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Recreation assistant, supports activities at leisure centres or sports facilities.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Sport and Active Leisure, a work-based route for those already in a sport or leisure role.
  • BTEC Higher National Certificate in Sport, a Level 4 qualification for those wanting to go further without a full degree.
  • BA in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, a university degree for those aiming for graduate-level roles in sport, coaching, or health.
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