Sports Studies

Course summary

This qualification is not just about playing sport; it will provide learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding to progress into higher education on a sports related programme. The Sport BTEC Level 3 programme enables you to learn about the theory behind sport in great depth. You will have the opportunity to explore anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, nutrition, fitness and testing and business in sport. You will gain experience for use in the workplace or as a stepping stone to higher education. The variety of subjects will enable you to study most areas of sport and will help you decide which field you wish to work towards. BTEC Level 3 Nationals Sport courses offer a flexible range of qualifications that can be studied alongside other level 3 qualifications such as A levels or other BTEC Nationals as part of a larger programme of study, or as the main focus of study. They are designed for Post-16 Level 3 learners wishing to go on to further or higher level study of the sector or directly to employment.