This course combines the examinable, written and practical elements of Sport and Exercise Sciences through the study of 13 elements over two years. This is equivalent to three A Levels. You will be given the opportunity to learn about Sport and Exercise sciences in a practical and applied environment, while potential selection into one of our Sports Academies will allow you to combine your academic studies with improving your sporting performance.
You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 (or above) and above, including Maths and English Language. GCSE grade 5 (or above) is also required in Science and PE (if taken).
Over the course of the 2 years, there are four externally assessed units: • Functional Anatomy (1.5 hours) • Sport and Exercise Psychology (3 hours) • Sport and Exercise Physiology (1.5 hours) • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise (3 hours) The rest of the course will be assessed internally through written assignments, presentations or practical assessments in the following units: • Biomechanics in Sport and Exercise • Coaching for Performance and Fitness • Applied Research Methods • Sports Massage • Research Project • Fitness Testing, Fitness Training • Physical Activity for Individual and Group Based Exercise and Sports Injury and Assessment
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Hele Road, Exeter, EX4 4JS |
This course combines the examinable, written and practical elements of Sport and Exercise Sciences through the study of 13 elements over two years. This is equivalent to three A Levels. You will be given the opportunity to learn about Sport and Exercise sciences in a practical and applied environment, while potential selection into one of our Sports Academies will allow you to combine your academic studies with improving your sporting performance.
You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 (or above) and above, including Maths and English Language. GCSE grade 5 (or above) is also required in Science and PE (if taken).
Over the course of the 2 years, there are four externally assessed units: • Functional Anatomy (1.5 hours) • Sport and Exercise Psychology (3 hours) • Sport and Exercise Physiology (1.5 hours) • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise (3 hours) The rest of the course will be assessed internally through written assignments, presentations or practical assessments in the following units: • Biomechanics in Sport and Exercise • Coaching for Performance and Fitness • Applied Research Methods • Sports Massage • Research Project • Fitness Testing, Fitness Training • Physical Activity for Individual and Group Based Exercise and Sports Injury and Assessment