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Sport Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate (=1)

at St Brendan'S Sixth Form College, Bristol · sixth form college

Level 3T LevelsCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

The sports courses offer a two year vocational course that leads to the equivalent of one or two A-levels (dependent on the size of qualification you choose to study). It is a theory course with some practical elements and gives you the tools to develop your own fitness and performance alongside the study of sport in various contexts. Those taking on the Diploma or Extended Certificate would typically be very interested in a career within the sports industry and be passionate about understanding a multitude of facets concerning sports development coaching and fitness. The vocational nature of this course enables learners to develop their sport specific knowledge alongside their main studies. During the course of their studies learners will be provided with the opportunity to enhance their learning and CV through a wide variety of activities such as sports development opportunities NGB Coaching Qualifications and Voluntary Work with our many sports providers. Students will also benefit from attending visits to sports and leisure venues and from receiving tuition/guest lectures from experts within the industry. All sport students are expected to gain further experience within sports enrichment at the college; whether it is playing with one of the many sports teams to gaining experience coaching or refereeing there are lots of great opportunities for you. Students will have an opportunity to develop their functional skills through the diversity of teaching methods used. This is

What you need to get on

The minimum entry criteria for this course are five GCSEs at grade 4 or above or the equivalent from four subject areas including a grade 4 in GCSE English Language or English Literature.

How you are assessed

Two-year technical qualification with a 45-day industry placement. Equivalent to three A levels.

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

  • St Brendan's Sixth Form College

    St Brendans Sixth Form College Broomhill Road, Bristol, BS4 5RQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Bristol

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