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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport

at Great Western Academy · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate22 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The BTEC Extended certificate in Sport qualification allows students to work to their strengths and gain a strong theoretical understanding of sport by studying a variety of modules. These modules are predominantly theory based and so students should have the desire and ability to study the theory. The modules for this course are shown below; however, only one of the four bottom modules (shown in italic) will be chosen for the course. • Anatomy and Physiology • Fitness training and programming for health, sport and well-being • Professional development in the sports industry • Sports Leadership • Application of fitness testing • Sports psychology • Practical sports performance

What you need to get on

GCSE Science / Biology grade 4 and GCSE PE grade 4/BTEC Level 2 Pass

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

  • Great Western Academy

    GREAT WESTERN ACADEMY WILLIAM MORRIS WAY, SWINDON, SN25 2PP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · SWINDON

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