@ £ £ £ i P 3

Loughborough College is closed from 5pm on Thursday 28th March and will reopen on Tuesday 2nd April 2024. If you are a student and require urgent help during this period, you do not need to be alone

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma inSport and Exercise Science

If you are enthusiastic about the development and analysis of physical activity and performance, a career in sport & exercise science could be perfect for you. This vocational course explores different areas of employment in the sports sector but focuses on sports science. It offers a solid foundation in the various aspects of sport, enabling you to develop the skills necessary for gaining employment in the sports sector or progressing into Higher Education.

Awarded By:

Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

Key Facts

Programme Costs:

The fees for this course are currently being confirmed.

Please contact Student Recruitment for more information.

Level:

3

Awarding Body:

Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

Course Code:

  • 24/25TFH5731

Mode of Attendance:

  • Full Time

Course Duration:

2 Years

Dates:

  • September 2024
Check out our new website and learn more
about Sport at Loughborough College
FIND OUT MORE

CourseContent

The course consists of 13 units which explore a variety of different areas, including:

  • Sports Physiology
  • Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Performance
  • Coaching for Performance and Fitness
  • Research Methods

The course is delivered in a predominantly vocational manner, with assessments ranging from written reports, portfolios, posters to verbal assessments, presentations, and practical observations. There are four external examinations to be completed for this course.

Features/
Benefits

There are a range of trips and team-building activities included throughout this course and you will also have the opportunity to study towards additional awards.

As a student on a vocational course, we will encourage you to gain as many additional qualifications as possible in order to support your applications for Higher Education and employment in the sector.

86% of our Level 3 learners went to university last year, gaining places at Loughborough, Durham and Exeter.

Entry
Requirements

  • Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language, Maths, and a Science subject (Biology, Chemistry or Physics).
  • Mature students will be considered based on their previous qualifications and/or relevant work experience.

Progression
Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, you will have the equivalent of three A Levels, providing opportunities for progression into employment or onto a Higher Education course or another vocational qualification at Loughborough College or elsewhere.

Apply for this course

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.

What Next

visit an open day

Register Now


It’s great to read about a college and what it has to offer, but there’s really no substitute for experiencing it at our open day.

Visit our Open Day

need more information

get in touch


Our team of experts will be able to help answer any questions you have, from finance and funding to requesting a prospectus we’ve got you covered.

CONTACT US

find out

how to apply


Great!, you’ve found the perfect course, now find out how to apply and get start looking forward to starting studying with us!

HOW TO APPLY