Sports Studies
Bexhill College - East Sussex
01424214545
Penland Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 2JG
Course summary

This course will give you a thorough insight into the Outdoor Adventure industry, focusing on both theory and practical aspects. The course is designed for learners who want to progress directly to employment or self-employment in the outdoor activities sector. The breadth of the optional content in the qualification allows learners to widen their progression opportunities including progression onto a number of different higher-education courses or to work in the outdoor activities sector in associated roles, such as business support, sports development, tourism, and events. Units will be selected from core units and specialist units and some of these are included below: • Careers in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry • Health, Wellbeing, and Sport • Personal Skills Development in Outdoor Activities • Applied Leadership and Instructing in Outdoor Activity • Research Project in Sport • Health and Safety Factors in Outdoor Learning • Outdoor Activity Provision

Entry requirements

At least 4-5 GCSEs graded 9-4.

How you'll be assessed

Assessment is completed over two years through external exams and internal assignment work. There will be written assignments and other assessments that will take the form of tutor observations, placement reports, photographic or video evidence, diary entries, and group work. Grading is awarded as Pass, Merit, or Distinction.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityEast Sussex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPenland Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 2JG