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Level 3 Sport & Physical Activity

at Ashby School · school or sixth form

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This vocational course is designed for students aspiring to a career within the dynamic sport and physical activity sector. It provides practical, real-world skills and knowledge across areas such as anatomy, physiology, fitness testing, sports coaching, and leadership. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the sector's demands and opportunities, alongside enhancing their communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. It serves as an excellent pathway for progression to higher education in sports science, coaching, or related fields, as well as direct entry into various roles within the sports and leisure industries.

What you need to get on

For all Sixth Form courses, students must have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grades 9-4, which must include Mathematics and English Language/Literature at a Grade 4 or above. Students do not have to have taken PE GCSE or a Level 2 Sport qualification previously but if they have, students must have a Grade 4 or above in GCSE PE or a level 2 Pass in a Level 2 qualification. They must also be able to demonstrate regular participation in sporting activities.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • Ashby School 6th Form Campus

    ASHBY SCHOOL NOTTINGHAM ROAD, ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH, LE65 1DT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH

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