This vocational course is available to any student, whether or not you have studied BTEC Sport previously. BTECs are qualifications that are designed to provide specialist work-related qualifications in a range of sectors. They give learners the knowledge, understanding, and skills that they need to prepare them for employment. The BTEC Sport Diploma has been designed to build on learning from Key Stage 4, for those who may wish to explore a vocational route throughout the Key Stage 5. The BTEC Sports Diploma also provides a good foundation for learners intending to progress to higher education. Learners studying BTEC Sport will have the opportunity to improve a variety of skills: • Application of knowledge and understanding: learners will improve their knowledge and understanding of the sporting industry and use it to meet the criteria required to pass their assignments. • Development of practical and technical skills: learners will participate in a variety of activities and assess their level of progress and performance to improve their practical ability. • Personal development for occupational roles: learners will learn about a variety of industries in the sporting sector. • Application of generic skills through completion of the assignments.
5 GCSEs 9-4 (or equivalent), including minimum grade 4 in English & Math.
There are two externally assessed units. Unit 1 has a written exam and Unit 2 is assessed by a set task. You will also produce a portfolio of coursework that will be assessed regularly. A grading scale of Pass, Merit, or Distinction is applied to all internally assessed units. Your portfolio of evidence will show that you have met all of the assessment objectives. This will be evidenced through practical assignments, oral presentations/ demonstrations, written reports, and project work. Submission deadlines are set throughout the year. You will need to ensure that you are organized and enjoy spending time working through a range of individual tasks. Year 1 Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology * Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry Unit 5: Application of Fitness Testing Unit 4: Sports Leadership Year 2 Unit 2 Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being* Unit 22 Investigating Business in Sport and Active Leisure* Unit 6 Sports Psychology Unit 7 Practical Sports Performance Unit 23 Acquiring Skill in Sport*
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fulwoods Drive, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LA |
This vocational course is available to any student, whether or not you have studied BTEC Sport previously. BTECs are qualifications that are designed to provide specialist work-related qualifications in a range of sectors. They give learners the knowledge, understanding, and skills that they need to prepare them for employment. The BTEC Sport Diploma has been designed to build on learning from Key Stage 4, for those who may wish to explore a vocational route throughout the Key Stage 5. The BTEC Sports Diploma also provides a good foundation for learners intending to progress to higher education. Learners studying BTEC Sport will have the opportunity to improve a variety of skills: • Application of knowledge and understanding: learners will improve their knowledge and understanding of the sporting industry and use it to meet the criteria required to pass their assignments. • Development of practical and technical skills: learners will participate in a variety of activities and assess their level of progress and performance to improve their practical ability. • Personal development for occupational roles: learners will learn about a variety of industries in the sporting sector. • Application of generic skills through completion of the assignments.
5 GCSEs 9-4 (or equivalent), including minimum grade 4 in English & Math.
There are two externally assessed units. Unit 1 has a written exam and Unit 2 is assessed by a set task. You will also produce a portfolio of coursework that will be assessed regularly. A grading scale of Pass, Merit, or Distinction is applied to all internally assessed units. Your portfolio of evidence will show that you have met all of the assessment objectives. This will be evidenced through practical assignments, oral presentations/ demonstrations, written reports, and project work. Submission deadlines are set throughout the year. You will need to ensure that you are organized and enjoy spending time working through a range of individual tasks. Year 1 Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology * Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry Unit 5: Application of Fitness Testing Unit 4: Sports Leadership Year 2 Unit 2 Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being* Unit 22 Investigating Business in Sport and Active Leisure* Unit 6 Sports Psychology Unit 7 Practical Sports Performance Unit 23 Acquiring Skill in Sport*