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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science

at Ashton Sixth Form College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · sixth form college

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

BTEC Sport and Exercise Science is for students who are passionate about sports, fitness, and human performance. It suits those who enjoy both the practical and scientific aspects of sport, including anatomy, physiology, psychology, and biomechanics. The course is ideal for individuals considering careers in sports coaching, physiotherapy, personal training, sports therapy, or exercise science. It also benefits those interested in health and well-being, injury prevention, and performance analysis. BTEC Sport and Exercise Science provides a strong foundation for further study or careers in the sports industry, rehabilitation, and fitness-related fields.

What you need to get on

View our entry requirements https://www.asfc.ac.uk/home/study-with-us/entry-requirements/

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

  • Ashton Sixth Form College

    Ashton Under Lyne Sixth Form College Darnton Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 9RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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