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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Leeds – Ralph Thoresby School – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport Course in Leeds. Classes run at Ralph Thoresby School, full-time during the day.

The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Sport is a two-year qualification. You'll study sport science, anatomy and physiology, fitness training, coaching principles, and sports psychology. The course blends theory with practical sessions throughout both years.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

This is a new course offered. The course is an Applied General qualification that has been developed to advance your understanding of food science and nutrition. Year one you will learn more about applying your knowledge and understanding about meeting the nutritional needs of specific groups of people and progress successfully through theory and practical aspects of the course so that you gain confidence in planning and cooking complex dishes. You will be assessed by an externally assessed written examination and an internally assessed and externally moderated written and practical assignment. In your second year of study the focus will move to look at ensuring food is safe to eat and experimenting to solve food production problems. The assessment process at the end of the second year takes a similar format to the previous year.

Entry requirements

5 or above in GCSE Food or 6 and above in science

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study fitness training methods and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn the principles of sports coaching and how to plan sessions.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and its role in performance.
  • You'll develop skills in assessing and improving athletic performance.
  • You'll investigate nutrition and its impact on sport and exercise.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical sports sessions, and independent study. Assessment combines externally marked exams and internally assessed assignments. Some units are assessed through coursework and practical observation. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the two years alongside your exam results.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ralph Thoresby School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual fitness programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and facilities management.
  • Sports analyst, collects and interprets performance data for teams.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 HNC in Sport, a higher-level qualification for those moving into coaching or sport science roles.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, combines academic study with practical application.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, adds a fitness industry licence for gym-based work.
  • Degree in Sport Science or Physical Education, for those aiming toward research, teaching, or elite performance roles.
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