Sports / Movement Science
Varndean College - Brighton and Hove
01273508011
Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ
Course summary

The programmes encompass areas of study from physiology, psychology and social issues, to sports coaching, leadership, health & fitness, as well as practical performance analysis and development. Sessions are a mixture of academic theory with applied vocational practice, aimed to develop your knowledge and performance skills as a great pathway to study at university or step into a career in the sports industry. Students can study different sizes of the Sports BTEC, running for two years alongside other A Levels or Vocational Qualifications. • Sport and Exercise Physiology (Examined Unit) • Functional Anatomy (Examined Unit) • Sport and Exercise Psychology (Examined Unit) • Field and Laboratory-based Fitness Testing • Coaching for Performance and Fitness • Biomechanics in Sport and Exercise Science • Specialised Fitness Training • Applied Research Methods • Research Project

Entry requirements

A mixture of at least 5 GCSEs at Grades 9 - 4 including English. Minimum Grade 4 in GCSE Science (if taking Sport & Exercise Science course).

How you'll be assessed

The courses are assessed through a range of methods including external exams, internal coursework assignments and a range of practical assessments. These all contribute to students gaining an overall grade.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBrighton and Hove
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSurrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ