Sports Studies
Blackburn College - Blackburn with Darwen
0125455144
Blackburn College, Harrison Centre, Blackburn, BB2 1LH
Course summary

The sports sector continues to grow and it is an exciting time to get involved. We have developed close links with local sports coaching companies and also BWD and you will engage with further guest speakers. The course itself has examined and coursework-based units which are designed to develop your knowledge of practical sports performance and analysis, fitness testing and programming, leadership and coaching, anatomy, sport psychology and the impact of lifestyle as well as enhancing your employability skills. You will take part in classroom based, practical, leadership and outdoor sessions. Alongside the study programme you also complete a Level 2 Sports Leaders qualification which is industry recognised. If required you can also study Maths and English GCSE's which will enable progression onto a Level 3 study programme.

Entry requirements

3 x GCSEs at grade D/3

How you'll be assessed

You will be assessed through written assignments and practical observations, plus 2 x eternal assessment (exams).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityBlackburn with Darwen
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBlackburn College, Harrison Centre, Blackburn, BB2 1LH