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Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science - Full L3

at Oaklands College, St. Albans · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

The Pearson BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science is intended to be an Applied General qualification. It is for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning, and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the sport and exercise science sector. You will complete the National Foundation Diploma in the first year with the option of progressing to the Extended Diploma in the second year. Successful completion of the Extended Diploma provides UCAS points equivalent to 3 A Levels.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 9 - 4 including maths, English and Science or a full Level 2 with a merit profile and grades 9 - 4 in English & 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

  • Oaklands College - St Albans Campus

    St Albans Campus Hatfield Road, St. Albans, AL4 0JA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · St. Albans

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