Sport and Exercise Science Level 3 Foundation Diploma [Y1]
at East Sussex College Group, Eastbourne · college
What the college says
This qualification consists of seven units, four mandatory units and one specialist units and has the academic equivalence of 1.5 A-Levels. The course units for study are;* Functional Anatomy � Examined (M)* Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology � Externally Assessed Task (M)* Field- and Laboratory-based Fitness Testing (M)* Sports Injury and Assessment* Specialised Fitness Training* Sports Massage* Technology in Sport and ExerciseYou will produce three assignments for each optional unit. Optional units are subject to change in order to meet changes in the workplace.
What you need to get on
Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English, maths and science at grade 4.
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
Eastbourne Campus
Ecat House, Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, BN21 2UF
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Start dates
- 8 September 2026 · Eastbourne
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