Sport

In the BTEC Sport course, you’ll deepen your understanding of the subject through both theoretical and practical units.

Studies will cover Anatomy & Physiology and extend into hands-on training with units like Sports Coaching and Leadership. Also, you’ll explore specialised topics such as Sports Massage and Sports Injuries, which are invaluable for careers in Sports Therapy or rehabilitation. 

The course includes a mix of assessment types, with some units requiring exams while many rely on coursework.

Extended Diploma in Sport (Three A-Level equivalent)

Unit 1 - Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 2 - Fitness Training & Programming
Unit 3 - Professional Development in the Sports Industry
Unit 4 - Sports Leadership
Unit 6 - Sports Psychology
Unit 7 - Practical Sports Performance
Unit 8 - Coaching for Performance
Unit 9 - Research Methods in Sport
Unit 17 - Sports Injury Management
Unit 18 - Work Experience in Active Leisure
Unit 19 - Development and Provision of Sport and Physical Activity
Unit 22 - Investigating Business in Sport and the Active Leisure Industry
Unit 23 - Skill Acquisition in Sport
Unit 32 - Sports Massage

Diploma in Sport (Two A-Level equivalent)

Unit 1 - Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 2 - Fitness Training & Programming
Unit 3 - Professional Development in the Sports Industry
Unit 4 - Sports Leadership
Unit 8 - Coaching for Performance
Unit 17 - Sports Injury Management
Unit 18 - Work Experience in Active Leisure
Unit 22 - Investigating Business in Sport and the Active Leisure Industry
Unit 23 - Skill Acquisition in Sport

Extended Certificate (One A-Level equivalent)

Unit 1 - Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 2 - Fitness Training & Programming
Unit 3 - Professional Development in the Sports Industry
Unit 6 - Sports Psychology

The BTEC Sport Level 3 course is specifically designed as a vocational programme, preparing students directly for careers in the sports industry or academic studies.

This course is a gateway to various opportunities, including:

• University Degrees: Many of our graduates pursue higher education in fields such as Teaching, Sports Science, Sports Therapy, and Leisure Management.
• Immediate Employment: For those choosing not to attend university, the course opens paths into the sports and leisure industry, and other health-related fields.
• Careers in Public Service: Graduates have also found careers in the Police and Armed Forces, utilising the physical and leadership skills gained during their studies.

The BTEC Sport Level 3 course is accredited by Edexcel, a leading provider in vocational qualifications. 

To enrol onto the BTEC Sport course, students must achieve at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or higher. Among these, it is required to have at least a grade 4 in either English Language or Maths.

The BTEC Sport course offers various levels of qualifications, including:

• BTEC Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A-Level)
• BTEC Diploma (equivalent to two A-Levels)
• BTEC Extended Diploma (equivalent to three A-Levels)

Each level prepares students for different pathways, whether it’s higher education or immediate employment.

There is a variety of enrichment on offer, inlcuding First Aid qualification, 
Outdoor and Adventurous team building day trip and sports teams.

If studying the BTEC Diploma or BTEC Extended Certificate, you can pair BTEC Sport with other subjects, popular combinations include Medical Science, Psychology and Business Studies.