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Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Sport & Exercise Science

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Applied Sport & Exercise Science is a balanced course with varying assessments. It promotes deeper theoretical knowledge and understanding of how the human body produces movement, along with examining the major psychological factors that impact sports performers. Students will undertake practical sessions to experiment with state-of-the-art industry equipment and apply theory to practice. A broad basis of study for the sport and exercise science sector. Designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that develops skills, knowledge and understanding of the sports science industry.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including English Language 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

  • Selby College

    Selby College Abbots Road, Selby, YO8 8AT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · Selby

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