If you are interested in the sports and exercise industry then you should look no further than this course.
You will learn essential skills and theory relating to all aspects of sports and exercise, one of the fastest growing industries in the UK, including:
- anatomy
- psychology
- sports development
- coaching
- nutrition
Led by tutors with excellent academic and practical backgrounds you will enjoy learning more about what goes on behind the scenes of sports, different career paths for you to take and which aspect of sport and exercise science you would like to focus on in the future.
Previous students have gone onto work in sports coaching, professional sports academies, teaching and education, gym instruction and university.
What you'll learn
You study 18 modules over the two years including:
- principles of anatomy and physiology
- physiology for fitness
- psychology
- assessing risks
- fitness testing and training exercise
- health and lifestyle
- nutrition
- coaching
- practical team / individual sport analysis of sport performance leadership in sport
- organising sport
- sport as a business
- sports development
- instructing physical activity
- injuries massage
- work experience
You will also improve the broader skills vital for success in further study or employment including:
- self-confidence
- speaking in front of others
- working with others
- taking responsibility
- managing your time
By the end of the course you will have benefited from a valuable insight into future careers open to you.
How you'll learn and be assessed
Approximately 60% of your time at college is classroom-based with an active approach to the theory subjects.
The rest of your time will be spent on practical activities in the sports hall or gym, such as fitness coaching or practical sport.
A strong emphasis of the practical sessions is placed on working and learning with others and you are regularly set tasks to complete in partnership with other students.
You also need to be able to work independently and take responsibility for your own learning.
Throughout the course you have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills by participating in community activities and schools partnerships.
You will also have ongoing tutorial support to help you achieve the qualification.
Individual learning targets are set each term and you receive regular feedback on your progress in meeting these targets.
Formal assessment is through assignments projects presentations and practical assessments which are set at regular intervals throughout the course.
The functional skills in English maths or ICT is assessed by an external exam.
Entry requirements
You need to have 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including maths and English, or a relevant level 2 Diploma at Merit or above
