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BTEC L3 National Extended Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science

at Sunderland College, Sunderland · college

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate1 hourPart time

What the college says

This course is part of the Sixth Form A-Level subject offer for students aged 16 and over who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education. Many of our graduates progress to undergraduate university courses in areas such as physiotherapy or sports science. This course would be part of your 3 or 4 A level subject choices. If applicants would rather study Sport and Exercise Science without any other A level subjects then we also offer a Btec National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science (3 A-Level equivalent).

What you need to get on

You will need 5 GCSE's at grade 4-9 including Maths and English Language, PE or Science.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Sunderland College Bede Campus

    Durham Road Durham Road, Sunderland, SR3 4AH

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sunderland

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