SPORT
(BTEC)
What is Sport BTEC?
The BTEC Level 3 extended certificate in Sport
is a qualification that is the equivalent to an A Level and furthers your knowledge in both physiology and health. It enables you to go to top universities to study sport.
Exam Board: Pearson
What will I learn?
Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport -
focuses on 5 different systems in the body and how they are used in sport.
The physiology of fitness - the factors that affect
fitness such as diseases, exercise habits and lifestyle choices.
Professional Development in the Sports Industry - the coursework unit looks at the steps you need to secure a job in the sports industry.
Practical Sports Performance - This is the coursework and practical element of the course where you will be assessed in one team and one individual sport.
How will I be assessed?
2 exams in Year 12
2 internally assessed coursework units in Year 13
Entry requirements
5 GCSE grades 9-4, including a grade 4 in both English Language and Maths and grade 5 in Science / Biology
Where can Sport BTEC take me?
From this qualification you can opt to go to the top Universities to study sport or take up internships in sport. There is a wide range of degree courses in the sports sector, from sports science, to coaching and sports psychology. The subject area also offers access to a huge choice of job roles, from hands-on fitness, to administration & management and PE teaching or sport coaching
