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Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity

at St Cuthbert Mayne School, Torquay · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity is equivalent to one A Level and carries a maximum of 120 UCAS points. The course provides learners with the opportunity through applied learning to develop the core specialist knowledge, skills and understanding required in the sport and physical activity sector. WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED? Students must have a keen interest and be actively participating in sport and exercise. It is also important to have good punctuality and attendance, a capacity to be hard working, an ability to be organized and to meet deadlines. HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT? You will attend nine 60 minute lessons every two weeks. Delivery of the course will encompass a range of teaching and learning methods including investigations, presentations, coaching and leadership practicals, observational analysis, group based projects and written accounts.

What you need to get on

5 X 9-4 GCSE Grades PE GCSE Grade 5 or above BTEC Level 2 Sport Award – Merit or Distinction

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

  • St Cuthbert Mayne School

    TRUMLANDS ROAD, TORQUAY, TQ1 4RN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · TORQUAY

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