BTEC Sport

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COURSE OVERVIEW

With a track record built over 30 years of learner success, BTEC Nationals are widely recognised by industry and higher education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. They provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level.

This course is fundamentally learner-centred with a flexible, unit-based structure and knowledge applied in project-based assessments. It follows a holistic approach to the development of practical, interpersonal and thinking skills required to be able to succeed. 

Assessment structure

Option 1: Pearson BTEC Level 3 | National Extended | Certificate in Sport

360 GLH (445 TQT) Equivalent in size to one A-Level. 


Option 2: Pearson BTEC Level 3 | National Diploma in Sport

720 GLH (895 TQT) Equivalent in size to two A-Levels. 

 

Mandatory Units are as follows: Anatomy and Physiology | Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being | Professional Development in the Sports Industry

Optional Units are as follows: Sports Leadership | Application of Fitness Testing | Sports Psychology | Practical Sports Performance | Coaching for Performance | Research Methods in Sport | Sports Event Organisation | Research Project in Sport | Self-employment in the Sports Industry | Sports Injury Management | Work Experience in Active Leisure | Leisure Management | Leisure Centre Operations | Sports Performance Analysis | Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport | Technical and Tactical Demands of Sport | Principles and Practices for Outdoor and Adventurous Activities | Environmental Sustainability for Outdoor and Adventurous Activities

 

What can pupils’ study next?

Our BTEC Sport qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher-education providers, enabling you to progress to a full-degree or combined courses.

Who can I contact for further information? 

If you would like further information please contact our Director of School and Academy Sport, Mr Richard Harrison-Poole: richard.harrison-poole@bcschool.co.uk

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