BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport
at Charters School, Ascot · school or sixth form
What the college says
The BTEC Sport programme is designed to provide specialist work related scenarios and experiences, developed to meet the employment opportunities within the leisure industry. The course consists of numerous Units which cover a range of topics to be as broad as possible across the sporting industry. The Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport is a two year course and is equivalent to one A level.
What you need to get on
The minimum entry requirements for Charters Sixth Form can be viewed here: https://www.chartersschool.org.uk/3003/curriculum-offer-and-entry-requirements-2026/subject_2/33/entry-requirements-curriculum-guide In addition to these the subject specific entry requirements are: GCSE grade 5 in PE or Dance or Merit (Level 2) in BTEC Sport and a grade 4 in English Language or Literature.
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
Charters School
CHARTERS ROAD, ASCOT, SL5 9QY
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · ASCOT
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