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Level 3 Sport Course in Croydon

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Sport Course in Croydon. Classes run at Coulsdon Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. Fee remission may be available for eligible learners, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances.

The course covers anatomy and physiology, sports leadership, and coaching for performance. You'll study theory linked to real sporting contexts, and build knowledge through research, visiting speakers, and analysis of elite performers. The course runs over 35 weeks.

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

Who this course is for

This course is designed to develop both knowledge and practical skills in the Sport and Exercise Science industry. You will explore topics such as the Anatomy and Physiology of Sport, Sports Leadership and Coaching for Performance. Learning is largely theory based, linking the subject areas to current and relevant practical sporting settings. You will acquire knowledge via staff, individual and group research, visiting speakers, assessing elite performers and personal experience. If taken as a standalone course, it will typically take one to two years to complete, depending on if you choose Award, Certificate or Diploma.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs grade 9-4 and a satisfactory school reference.Including English Language at grade 4 and maths at grade 4 as a minimum. Practical sporting ability is required.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the anatomy and physiology of the human body in sporting contexts.
  • You'll explore sports leadership and what makes an effective leader.
  • You'll develop coaching skills for performance improvement.
  • You'll analyse the performance of elite athletes.
  • You'll carry out individual and group research into sport and exercise science.
  • You'll link theory to practical sporting settings and real coaching scenarios.

How you will learn

Learning is largely theory based, delivered through classroom sessions, group and individual research, and visits from guest speakers. You'll also assess elite performers as part of your studies. The BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of assignments and coursework units, with no traditional written exams for most units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Coulsdon Sixth Form College will confirm anything 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 in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment use and workout plans.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at a community level.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Sport Coaching or Sports Science, for those wanting to specialise further.
  • A degree in Sport Science, Physical Education, or Exercise Physiology, building on the BTEC foundation.
  • A CIMSPA-endorsed personal training qualification, for those moving into fitness instruction.
  • A PGCE or School Direct route into PE teaching, for those aiming to teach.
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