Sports Studies
The City of Liverpool College - Liverpool
01512523747
Clarence Street, Liverpool, L3 5TP
Course summary

This full Level 3 sports course is for people aged 16-18 or 19+ (two pathways) Who are interested in pursuing a career in the Sport and Recreation Industry and gaining a vocational L3 qualification. This course will help students progress onto further education at Universities or progress internally onto our L4 HNC in Sport. If you are a talented footballer and are interested in being invited to attend trials for the Football Academy, you will have the option to apply for our successful Football Academy. The units include: • The Sports Industry • Sports and Society • Principles of Sport Coaching • Sports in the U.K • Learning and Developing Sport Skills • Anatomy and Physiology for Sport and Exercise • Injury in Sport, Sport and Disability • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise • Sports Development • Career Planning • Health & Safety Those studying the Extended Diploma will take additional modules: • Training and Fitness • Sport and Exercise Psychology • Advanced Sports Leadership • Exercise Prescription • Technology in Sport • Sports as a business The course will also include tutorials for the 16-18 year olds.

Entry requirements

There are two pathways for this course, one for adult students aged 19+ and one for students below this age. For both pathways, you must be aged 17 + and have 5 GCSEs at 4/C or above to include English, Maths, Science, or alternatively at least a Merit in a Level 2 equivalent course. An enthusiasm and passion to succeed and develop yourself with great attendance will be vital to you achieving success on this course.

How you'll be assessed

The course will be assessed through different forms of assessment including exams, practicals, presentations, and assignments which are graded as Pass, Merit, or Distinction. This course is Advanced Learning Loan eligible which can fully cover the course fee. Practical sessions will take place at the Learning Exchange and in specialist centers throughout the city, such as the FA headquarters, and visits to universities around the country.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityLiverpool
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressClarence Street, Liverpool, L3 5TP