Sport and Outdoor Activities
at PETROC, Barnstaple · other provider
What the college says
have a love of the outdoors, want to improve thier confidence, team work, leadership and communication skills, want to widen thier future opportunities and expand thier horizons and have the best two years of their life!
What you need to get on
To be accepted onto this Level 3 programme, you must hold at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English. If you do not have a grade 4 in Maths, you will be required to work towards an appropriate level 2 qualification in this subject. You will also need to be comfortable with heights and being in cold water. You must have a willingness to 'have a go' and to push your limits and challenge yourself.
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
North Devon Campus
Old Sticklpath Hill, Barnstaple, EX31 2BQ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Barnstaple
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