Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science
Type: Vocational
Entry Requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Mathematics and English and preferably Science, or a Level 2 equivalent in this area and GCSE Mathematics or English and preferably Science at grade 4 or above.
Start Date: September 2021
Length: 2 years
Course Overview

This course is a specialist, industry relevant programme developed with employers and universities in the sector. The programme supports progression to employment often via university in a range of disciplines including Sport Science, Nutrition, Psychology and Sports Therapy. This course also supports progression for those interested in teaching. The range of modules you will study include Sport and Exercise Physiology, Psychology, Nutrition, Fitness Training and Fitness Testing.

Most students progress to university following successful completion of this course, including our own degree in Sports Coaching and Performance. You may also consider an Apprenticeship or employment in the sports sector.

What will I learn?

The range of modules you will study include Sport and Exercise Physiology, Psychology, Nutrition, Fitness Training and Fitness Testing.

These modules will help you develop the leadership and communication skills vital for future career success. These modules will help you develop the leadership and communication skills vital for future career success. They will also develop your practical and technical knowledge through a range of practical, class based and lab based learning opportunities.

 

 

 

How will the course be assessed?

The units are assessed using a variety of different methods including written assignments, PowerPoint presentations, group work, practical assessments and competency based assessments. 25% of this qualification is externally assessed and 75% of coursework is internally assessed.

 

Enrichment

 

 

Materials and other information

There are a range of recommended reading materials for this programme. Students are required to purchase a sports kit. The remaining attire is general sportswear e.g. shorts, tracksuit bottoms, and suitable footwear, indoor and outdoor. Please note suitable footwear for the 3G pitch is either sports trainers, moulded boots or astro trainers.

 

Progression and Careers

Most students progress to university following successful completion of this course, including our own degree in Sports Coaching and Performance. You may also consider an Apprenticeship or employment in the sports sector.

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