BTEC Sport Studies (Diploma)

Course summary

Why study the subject The BTEC Nationals Diploma in Sport is an applied general qualification for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and gives the option to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in the sport sector. The qualification is equivalent to two A Levels. This subject is for someone who has a keen interest in sport and want to pursue a career or further education in sport. If picking the BTEC Nationals Diploma in Sport, you will spend most of your time studying this subject. Course Structure Nine units which are mandatory. Unit content Students will study nine different topics: • Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology • Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being • Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry. • Unit 4: Sports Leadership • Unit 5: Application of Fitness Testing • Unit 6: Sports Psychology • Unit 22: Investigating Business in Sport and the Active Leisure Industry • Unit 23: Skill Acquisition in Sport • Unit 24: Sports Performance Analysis Three of these are completed by external assessments and six are completed internally. Skills Acquired This course is designed to develop the technical skills and personal qualities essential for career development in sport specific employment or higher education. We aim to provide students with an interesting programme that is both intellectually stimulating and challenging. The course will be delivered via tutorials, visits and practical sessions. Students will need to work independently and take responsibility for their own learning. Students suited to the course Students with a passion for sport, a curious and enterprising mindset, and a strong interest in the dynamics of the leisure industry, sport science, and psychology. This course is ideal for those eager to explore the science behind athletic performance, the mental strategies that drive success, and the business operations within the sports sector. Those studying BTEC Nationals Diploma in Sport will be encourage the develop skills and behaviours such as teamwork, leadership, performance analysis, resilience, evaluation, analysis and synthesising concepts. What other subjects it combines well with BTEC Nationals Diploma in Sport is very broad and can be combined with many subjects. Students looking to continue the subject at university should think about combining it with facilitating subjects such as Biology, and English Literature and Business Studies. BTEC Nationals Diploma in Sport also pairs well with CTEC IT and Business. Career or Higher Education the course leads to The course prepares students for employment in a range of industries including sports development, leisure centres, the Armed Forces, Police, sports coaching, sport and exercise sciences as well as teaching. The qualification is recognised by higher education providers for many relevant sports and sport-related courses. Co-curricular Throughout the course students will have the opportunity to undertake a variety of specialised study visits, guest speakers, residential experiences and a range of practical activities to compliment your programme of study. We will also encourage students to gain work-based and volunteering experience in the local community. Students will also have to lead in multiple sports to younger year groups.