Sports / Movement Science

Course summary

Our Level 3 Sport course (Double) will give you the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours you need to work in the sports industry. You will learn more about anatomy and physiology, sports injuries, sports nutrition, and fitness testing for sport and exercise. This course is worth 2 A-levels over two years and you must choose an additional A-Level alongside this course to make up your full time programme. During this exciting Level 3 qualification, you will study six units per year which may consist of the principles of anatomy and physiology, exploring the physiology of fitness, and discovering more about exercise, health and lifestyle. You may also learn about a huge range of sports injuries, how you can treat them, and measures you can take to prevent them. You may also consider diet, sports nutrition, and how it affects performance and gain a solid understanding of fitness testing for sport and exercise. Finally, you may study theories of sports coaching, learn the dynamics of team sports, and preparing for a career in sport.