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BTEC National Certificate in Sport

at Maltby Academy, Rotherham · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The BTEC Sport course is a versatile, recognised UCAS qualification that has helped lots of students move on to Higher Education to study a sport based course at university. Students will learn through a combination of physical activity sessions, classroom focused lessons and work based experience. Students must be prepared for hard work, including report focused assignments, but be ready for an enjoyable course that allows students to learn the skills needed in the sports industry.

What you need to get on

Experience of GCSE PE or BTEC Sport would be a good advantage to students taking the course, but are not essential.

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

  • Maltby Academy

    Braithwell Road Maltby, Rotherham, S66 8AB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Rotherham

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