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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport

at Wreake Valley Academy, Leicester · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull time

What the college says

You have a keen interest in sport, physical activity, health and well-being. Prefer a course with a greater focus on assessment through coursework (However, the course still involves elements of examination). Units/assignments are set around scenarios linked to the working world and therefore approach learning and assessment from a different angle to traditional A-Levels.

What you need to get on

A Level Study: To join the Sixth Form there is an entry criteria of five standard passes at GCSE (at least a Grade 4). This must include at least a Grade 4 in English Language and Maths at GCSE. Students will need to gain at least a Grade 4 in the subjects they would like to study at A Level. For biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, English literature, French, further maths, maths there are additional subject requirements, which are available upon request.

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

  • Parkstone Road, Syston, Leicester

    Parkstone Road Syston, Leicester, LE7 1LY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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