Sports Studies
Peter Symonds College - Hampshire
01962857500
Owens Road, Winchester, SO22 6RX
Course summary

Passionate about Sport? Our vocational courses offer you the opportunity to develop a greater understanding of the industry and to specialize in specific areas of sports-based professions. Combining classroom and practical sessions, you'll also have the opportunity for industry work placements (Diploma and Extended Diploma). The Extended Diploma is a two-year course, equivalent to 3 A Levels. Units will be selected from core units and specialist units taught over two years: • Anatomy and Physiology • Fitness Training and Programming for Health Sport and Well-Being • Professional Development in the Sports Industry • Leadership in Sport • Practical Sports Performance • Application of Fitness Testing • Coaching for Performance • Sports Leadership • Research Methods in Sport • Sports Massage • Sports Injury Management • Skill Acquisition in Sport • Investigating Business in Sport and Active Leisure • Development and Provision of Sport and Physical Activity

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Mathematics and English.

How you'll be assessed

Due to the diverse nature of the course, a wide variety of teaching and learning styles will be utilized by the team, including group work, presentations, and individual assignments. Many units will involve practical work, and assessments will be carried out on an individual and group basis, so students will be expected to fully participate.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityHampshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOwens Road, Winchester, SO22 6RX