Course information
Sports Studies
Hermitage Academy - County Durham
Waldridge Lane, Chester le Street, DH2 3AD
Course summary

Year 12 Applied anatomy and physiology – advanced anatomy for sporting performance. Fitness training and programming for health, sport and well-being – developing training programs for self or individual performers in a scenario setting. Year 13 Professional development in the sports industry – sports development, coaching and improvement for training and facilities in sport Optional units from a selection, including sports leadership, application of fitness testing, sports psychology and practical sports performance.

Entry requirements

Five Grade 9 to 4 grades or equivalent, including a 4 or better in both English language and maths. Grade 5 in Science English Maths and a passion for Sport.

How you'll be assessed

Four units, one of which is an external exam based on the anatomy and physiology of the body in sport. The second unit is an externally set task involving planning a training and fitness program for a given individual. The final two units are optional and could include: sport psychology, practical sport, sports coaching, sports nutrition, outdoor education, or many others to choose from.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityCounty Durham
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWaldridge Lane, Chester le Street, DH2 3AD