These courses offer an active and enjoyable way to study Sport and to gain an understanding of the Sport and to gain an understanding of the Sport and Leisure Industry. Both courses aim to provide students with opportunities to progress academically and to gain the necessary prerequisites to pursue a successful career within the broad field of Sport. There are various possibilities open to students as they progress through the academy, including: entrance to university to study sport related degrees, sports apprenticeship, direct employment in the leisure industry, achieve a career in a particular sport either as a full time professional or semi-professional. The Sports Academy aims to provide students with the opportunities to play competitive fixtures at all levels, including prestigious competitions such as ESFA National Cups and League Competitions as well as gaining coaching, first aid and leadership qualifications. Possible pathways include: Sports coaching, Teaching, Sports and Exercise science and Leisure management.
Students must achieve a minimum of 6 GSCEs at Grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics. If studied, then a Grade 4 or Merit in a related qualification at Key Stage 4. A high commitment to PE and Sport, including extra-curricular activities.
Example units include: Mandatory Units: Anatomy and Physiology (external assessment), Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being (external assessment), Professional Development in the Sports Industry. Example Optional Units: Sports Leadership, Practical Sports Performance, rules, regulations and officiating in Sport.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Castlefields Way, Madeley, Telford, TF7 5FB |
These courses offer an active and enjoyable way to study Sport and to gain an understanding of the Sport and to gain an understanding of the Sport and Leisure Industry. Both courses aim to provide students with opportunities to progress academically and to gain the necessary prerequisites to pursue a successful career within the broad field of Sport. There are various possibilities open to students as they progress through the academy, including: entrance to university to study sport related degrees, sports apprenticeship, direct employment in the leisure industry, achieve a career in a particular sport either as a full time professional or semi-professional. The Sports Academy aims to provide students with the opportunities to play competitive fixtures at all levels, including prestigious competitions such as ESFA National Cups and League Competitions as well as gaining coaching, first aid and leadership qualifications. Possible pathways include: Sports coaching, Teaching, Sports and Exercise science and Leisure management.
Students must achieve a minimum of 6 GSCEs at Grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics. If studied, then a Grade 4 or Merit in a related qualification at Key Stage 4. A high commitment to PE and Sport, including extra-curricular activities.
Example units include: Mandatory Units: Anatomy and Physiology (external assessment), Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being (external assessment), Professional Development in the Sports Industry. Example Optional Units: Sports Leadership, Practical Sports Performance, rules, regulations and officiating in Sport.