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Level 3 FoundationDiploma in Sport

at Blackburn College, Blackburn · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

This Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport is for someone who has a real passion for sport. There are many different pathways in sport that this course can lead into once you have completed it. There are three pathways that you can study on at level three and this is dependant on your GCSE results or choice of pathway. You will study a vocational sport programme equating to either 1, 2 or 3 A-Levels. The 2 A-Level equivalent qualification is an alternative pathway to increase opportunities and the ability to study at level 3 whilst resitting either GCSE Maths or GCSE English. On this course you will complete 9 units of which 4 are externally assessed over the two years. The 3 A-Level equivalent qualification is a full level 3 qualification and you will be enrolled onto this course if you meet the full entry requirements and do not need to resit Maths or English GCSE. On this course you will study 14 units of which 2 are examined in year one and 2 are examined in year 2. The Level 3 qualifications cover a wide range of opportunities for you to develop within your chosen sporting field. You will research different careers in sport and experience the real-life experience of applying for jobs in sport. You will take part in various practical sessions of Practical Sport, Fitness Testing and Fitness Training. You will investigate the working of the body and how it adapts to various training programmes as well as achievement. Facilities/Where will I Study? You will study across differen

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above

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

  • Blackburn College

    Feilden Street, BLACKBURN, BB2 1LH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BLACKBURN

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