Sport and Exercise Sciences BTEC Extended Diploma

Summary:

BTEC Extended Diplomas are an ideal choice if you are keen to combine academic studies with developing your sport performance and prefer a vocational alternative to A Levels. They satisfy university entry requirements but will also prepare you for a choice of interesting and worthwhile careers in the sport and fitness industry. The inclusion of sports psychology in the programme makes the qualification a popular choice.

Course Code: A729 Course Length: Two years Course Schedule: 4 days a week which vary due to timetabling Entry Requirements:

Six GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and Science; or GNVQ Intermediate in a related subject; or BTEC First Diploma in a related subject at Merit level. Sport at representative level and/or recommendation of coach is desirable.

Core Skills:

You'll study a combination of core and optional units in a variety of topics:

Six Core Units:

Anatomy for Sport and ExerciseSport and Exercise Physiology
Sport and Exercise Psychology
Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Sciences
Research Project in Sport and Exercise Sciences
Fitness testing for Sport and Exercise

Twelve Specialist Units:

Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
Training, Fitness and Programming
Sport and Exercise Massage
Analysis of Sports Performance
Sports Nutrition

Current Issues in Sport
Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
Sports Injuries
Sports Coaching
Practical Individual Sports
Practical Team Sports
Exercise for Specific Groups

Assessment:

Modules will draw on different assessment strategies which will include assignments (primarily), practical assessment activities, group work, end of module tests, presentations (individual/group), peer group assessments.

Academic Progression:

After successful completion of this course you can progress through higher education to university courses:

Sports Science
Sports Studies
Leisure Management

Within the department we offer a Foundation Degree in Sport Health and Exercise and a full BSc (Hons) in Applied Sport, Health and Exercise.

Career Progression:

This course will prepare you for a choice of interesting and worthwhile careers in the sport and fitness industry for example:

Teaching
Sports Science
Coaching
Personal Training/Gym instruction

Full Description:

Over the two years within the full National Diploma you will study 18 units of work which is the equivalent to three A Levels.

In addition you'll have the opportunity to gain the additional qualification - Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym) YMCA Level 2 - which is valued by employers.

Additional study is required to complete the course which includes a minimum of 15 hours per week home-based study.

Costs:

There will be a cost to purchase a Sports Science uniform which is compulsory, plus you will need some portfolio's and may choose to purchase necessary textbooks. This can be discussed at interview.

Please contact the Advice Shop for details of costs and start dates.

Please note that although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, course information, costs where applicable and attendance details may change.

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