Course Overview
If you have a strong interest in sport and you’re keen to progress your career in PE, coaching and fitness, this is the ideal course for you. This one-year qualification will support the transition from GCSE-level study to a level 3 qualification, and then into employment or university.
You’ll study on a specialist sports campus with world-class facilities and expertise. Hartpury’s global reputation for sport attracts talented athletes, coaches, and industry professionals, making the campus a semi-professional learning environment.
The timetable is designed to enable you to attend training sessions or compete in your sporting area twice a week, alongside other specialist sports students.
You’ll undertake both theory and practical sessions and cover a wide variety of sports and leisure industry topics. The course provides an opportunity to tailor your learning to suit your interests.
2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above.
Modules will include:
• Examining the science of the human body and the fitness requirements of an athlete
• Anatomy and physiology
• Designing exercise programmes
• Sports injuries
• Planning and leading sports activities
These are all exciting topics that lead to an exciting career in Sport.
Work placement during your course will enable you to:
• Gain first-hand experience of the industry
• Explore a career that is of interest to you
• Acquire valuable contacts, which can lead to securing placement jobs with your placement provider
You will also benefit from industry speakers in lecturers and field trips to strengthen your learning.
On successful completion of this course, you could be eligible to progress onto one of our Level 3 Foundation Diplomas in Specialist Sport, followed by employment or university-level study.
Course Overview
Course information
If you have a strong interest in sport and you’re keen to progress your career in PE, coaching and fitness, this is the ideal course for you. This one-year qualification will support the transition from GCSE-level study to a level 3 qualification, and then into employment or university.
You’ll study on a specialist sports campus with world-class facilities and expertise. Hartpury’s global reputation for sport attracts talented athletes, coaches, and industry professionals, making the campus a semi-professional learning environment.
The timetable is designed to enable you to attend training sessions or compete in your sporting area twice a week, alongside other specialist sports students.
You’ll undertake both theory and practical sessions and cover a wide variety of sports and leisure industry topics. The course provides an opportunity to tailor your learning to suit your interests.
Entry requirements
2 GCSEs at grade 3 or above.
What you will study
Modules will include:
• Examining the science of the human body and the fitness requirements of an athlete
• Anatomy and physiology
• Designing exercise programmes
• Sports injuries
• Planning and leading sports activities
These are all exciting topics that lead to an exciting career in Sport.
Industry experience and career opportunities
Work placement during your course will enable you to:
• Gain first-hand experience of the industry
• Explore a career that is of interest to you
• Acquire valuable contacts, which can lead to securing placement jobs with your placement provider
You will also benefit from industry speakers in lecturers and field trips to strengthen your learning.
On successful completion of this course, you could be eligible to progress onto one of our Level 3 Foundation Diplomas in Specialist Sport, followed by employment or university-level study.
Why study Sport at Hartpury College?
Hartpury is proud to be the number one sports college in the UK, with millions of pounds invested in recent years to ensure our Sport students can access the best learning, playing and teaching resources.
Study at an Ofsted Outstanding college in a professional sports environment, with access to the latest facilities and expert lecturers. We’ve invested over £10 million into our Sports Academy, so you’ll be using industry-standard sports equipment as you put your lessons into practice.
Why study Sport at Hartpury College?
Hartpury is proud to be the number one sports college in the UK, with millions of pounds invested in recent years to ensure our Sport students can access the best learning, playing and teaching resources.
Study at an Ofsted Outstanding college in a professional sports environment, with access to the latest facilities and expert lecturers. We’ve invested over £10 million into our Sports Academy, so you’ll be using industry-standard sports equipment as you put your lessons into practice.
Outstanding
Rated 'Ofsted Outstanding in all areas' for academic and curriculum-related provision
99.4% pass-rate
With a BTEC pass rate of 99.4%, our outcomes for students are exceptional.
Living in on-site college accommodation at Hartpury, you’ll be part of a vibrant and international community of students of all ages who share their experience of life at college and university together on one campus.
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