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BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport

at Sir William Robertson Academy, Lincoln · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This is intended as a Tech Level qualification, equivalent in size to three A Levels. It has been designed as a full two- year programme for post-16 learners. This qualification is particularly appropriate for learners who are interested in progressing to a career in sport and physical activity development, either directly, or through access to universities and higher education. Within the National Extended Diploma there are eight mandatory units: Anatomy and Physiology (external examination), Fitness Training and Programming (externally marked task), Professional Development in Sports Industry (internal assignment), Sports Leadership, Psychology in Sport, Fitness testing, Research Methods and Sports provision. A further eight modules are then selected and they include topics such as: Leisure Management, Leisure Centre operations, Sports Coaching, Sports Massage, Performance Analysis, Athletes lifestyles, Gym instruction, Exercise to music etc.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs (9-4) including English and Maths

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

  • Sir William Robertson Academy

    Main Road Welbourn, Lincoln, LN5 0PA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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