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Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity

at Aston Academy, Sheffield · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is for students who want to continue studying Sport after completing their OCR Cambridge National in Sport or GCSE PE. It will suit you if you enjoy learning about a range of aspects to do with Sport. This include seeing how sport has developed over time, the anatomy and physiology of a human, organising sports events, coaching others, the practical aspects of Sport and Health and fitness and psychology in sport. The Diploma is the equivalent of two A levels. It naturally complements other science subjects and Health and Social Care and is particularly suited to students wishing to pursue careers in the Sport, the media, business, education, journalism, science or any other field in which communication and organisation skills are important.

What you need to get on

Grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language.

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

  • Aston Academy Post 16

    AUGHTON ROAD SWALLOWNEST, SHEFFIELD, S26 4SF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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