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Sport

On this Level 2 examinable, written and practical course, you will gain an excellent introduction to the sport and active leisure industry.

Course Information

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Sport and Fitness
  • Qualification BTEC First Extended Certificate
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 2
  • Location Victoria House
  • Course Length 1 year
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Overview

On this examinable, written and practical course, you will gain an excellent introduction to the sport and active leisure industry.

You will:

  • Study subjects such as anatomy and physiology for sport and profiling sports performance
  • Learn how to plan, lead and evaluate sports activities
  • Engage in a range of sports to develop your own skills
  • Understand how lifestyle affects performance
  • Undertake fitness training and testing

Assessment is by external examinations, assignments and observation.

Some students who follow the Level 2 programme, may also be part of our Sports Academy. Sports Academy activities are carried out in addition to the Level 2 programme.
Cost: Dependent on sport – please visit our Sports Academy webpage.

The BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate is a one year, full time course and is awarded by Pearson.

What can the course lead on to?
After completing the BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate you may move on to employment or an Apprenticeship within the Sport and Leisure Industry or continue your studies at Exeter College by progressing to a Level 3 course.

Entry Requirements

Standard entry requirements: You will need a grade 3 or above in GCSE English Language as well as three GCSEs at grade 3 or equivalent and two at grade 2 or above. If you don’t have a grade 4 in English and Maths, you will be required to study for this alongside your course.

Subject specific entry requirements or recommendations: You will also need the personal qualities for working in the sports industry and enthusiasm for sport.

Facilities

You will have access to the college sports hall, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, the Exwick Sports Hub as well as the excellent sporting facilities based at the University of Exeter. There are cafes, learning centres and social areas in Victoria House, the Hele Building and at the Centre for Creative Industries.

Additional Costs

Practical sports kit – £60 approx.

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female Student portrait smiling at the camera in the Exeter College sports academy kit
Male Student portrait smiling at the camera in the Exeter College sports academy kit
female Student portrait smiling at the camera in the Exeter College sports academy kit

What our students think?

“My course is really hands-on and practical, teaching us skills that you don’t get in the classroom. I really enjoy the theory too, we look at things like sports nutrition, health and safety and the history of the industry. The facilities at Haven Banks are fantastic.” Read more >

Joel

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“I study PE, Biology and Psychology A Levels and find they link together nicely. I chose my subjects by thinking about what I enjoy the most and what could help lead to a career in Sports, as that is my main interest.” Read more >

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