BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Physical Education (BTXe3)
at Gillingham School · school or sixth form
What the college says
The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A Level. It is designed for learners who are interested in learning about the Sport and Exercise sector.
What you need to get on
Merit at BTEC Level 2 Sports or Grade 5 in GCSE Physical Education
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
Gillingham School
Hardings Lane, Gillingham, SP8 4QP
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Gillingham
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