Sports Studies

Course summary

With a track record built over 30 years of learner success, BTEC Nationals are widely recognised by industry and higher education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. They provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level. The topics included are: Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology The effects of exercise and sports performance on: • the skeletal system • the muscular system • the respiratory system • the cardio-vascular system • the energy systems Unit 2: Fitness Training (will include practical element – although not assessed on practical ability). • Examine lifestyle factors and their effect on health and well-being. • Understand the screening processes for training programming. • Understand programme-related nutritional needs. • Examine training methods for different components of fitness. • Understand training programme design. Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry • Understand the career and job opportunities in the sports industry. • Explore own skills using a skills audit to inform a career development action plan. • Undertake a recruitment activity to demonstrate the processes that can lead to a successful job offer in a selected career pathway. • Reflect on the recruitment and selection process and your individual performance. Unit 6: Sports Psychology • Understand how personality, motivation and competitive pressure can affect sport performance • Examine the impact of group dynamics in team sports and its effect on performance • Explore psychological skills training programmes designed to improve performance