Students should have a real interest in sport and also in science relating to sport. Students should be willing to explore new theories and form their ideas and opinions from these. Ideally, when studying this course, students should be looking at a pathway into a Sport or a related degree at University. Level 3 Sport Aims to: • Allow all students to gain a new, nationally recognised qualification that can be used when applying either for future education or employment. • Provide a wide-ranging, intellectually demanding vocational learning experience • Use the motivating interest in sports to promote academic learning • Give the students opportunities to acquire a scientific understanding of how the body responds to Sport and Exercise in different scenarios. • It will extend the student’s knowledge of the organisation of sports in the UK and abroad, as well as the main psychological, social and physiological factors that affect the performance of a practical skill.
APS 3.7 or above 9-4 in English Language or English Literature
The Cambridge Technical Level 3 Sport has both exam and coursework elements. 4 externally assessed Units comprise 4 exams over the 2-year course. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. Mandatory units range from exams and controlled assessments to written coursework. These cover topics such as the Body systems and the effects of physical activity, Sports Coaching and activity leadership, Performance Analysis in Sport and Exercise, Sports Leadership, Sports event organisation, Nutrition and diet for sport and exercise and Health and fitness testing for sport and exercise. Level 3 Sport is equivalent to either 1 or 2 ‘A’ Levels and must be studied over two years to achieve a grade. As well as the above, students will also be expected to take part in regular lesson support or assist with lower school and primary school activities. Grading The level of attainment will be marked individually for each unit of the course, in line with Cambridge Technical guidelines. The grades will be: • Distinction • Merit • Pass
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Herns Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2AF |
Students should have a real interest in sport and also in science relating to sport. Students should be willing to explore new theories and form their ideas and opinions from these. Ideally, when studying this course, students should be looking at a pathway into a Sport or a related degree at University. Level 3 Sport Aims to: • Allow all students to gain a new, nationally recognised qualification that can be used when applying either for future education or employment. • Provide a wide-ranging, intellectually demanding vocational learning experience • Use the motivating interest in sports to promote academic learning • Give the students opportunities to acquire a scientific understanding of how the body responds to Sport and Exercise in different scenarios. • It will extend the student’s knowledge of the organisation of sports in the UK and abroad, as well as the main psychological, social and physiological factors that affect the performance of a practical skill.
APS 3.7 or above 9-4 in English Language or English Literature
The Cambridge Technical Level 3 Sport has both exam and coursework elements. 4 externally assessed Units comprise 4 exams over the 2-year course. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. Mandatory units range from exams and controlled assessments to written coursework. These cover topics such as the Body systems and the effects of physical activity, Sports Coaching and activity leadership, Performance Analysis in Sport and Exercise, Sports Leadership, Sports event organisation, Nutrition and diet for sport and exercise and Health and fitness testing for sport and exercise. Level 3 Sport is equivalent to either 1 or 2 ‘A’ Levels and must be studied over two years to achieve a grade. As well as the above, students will also be expected to take part in regular lesson support or assist with lower school and primary school activities. Grading The level of attainment will be marked individually for each unit of the course, in line with Cambridge Technical guidelines. The grades will be: • Distinction • Merit • Pass