Sports Studies
Course summary

This qualification is not just about being able to play sport or deal with elite athletes; employers need people who are able to develop sports skills for teams and individuals, work with clients and participants to improve their fitness and change their lifestyles and monitor progress and improvement over time, adapting practices and approaches to suit the needs of individuals. Therefore, this qualification will develop learners’ skills in preparation for employment in sports coaching or personal training either through an apprenticeship or directly into work.

Entry requirements

For a place in QESixth, achieving five grades 9 – 5 is the minimum requirement including at least a grade 5 in English Language and Maths. Preferred: • L2 Merit in Sport • Grade 6 in English Language • Grade 6 in PE • Grade 6 in Science Essential: • L2 Pass in Sport • Grade 5 in English Language • Grade 5 in PE or high-level performance level/coaching or officiating experience

How you'll be assessed

Learners will be externally assessed (examinations) in the following units: • Body systems and the effects of physical activity: A written paper exam paper, set and marked by OCR. • Sports Organisation and development: A written paper exam paper, set and marked by OCR. Learners will be internally assessed (coursework) in the following units: • Sport injuries and rehabilitation • Organisation of sports events • Sport and exercise psychology

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityWestmorland and Furness
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressKirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2HJ