BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport is a widely recognised qualification by industry and higher education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. BTEC qualifications provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level. YouGov research shows that 62% of large companies have recruited employees with BTEC qualifications. Studying BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport is equivalent in size to one A Level. It is expected that students should have a keen interest in sport, be passionate about coaching and sports leadership and be playing in at least one major sport at Queen’s College. BTEC is a vocational qualification meaning that is very much suited towards developing the skills to be ready to enter the place of work. Unlike the traditional route of A level and examinations. BTEC qualifications are modular and therefore assessment standards are often coursework/project based assignments throughout the year with opportunities to develop grades and get some feedback.
Sixth Formers are asked to take two subject papers of their choice plus a general paper, as well as being expected to have achieved five 9-4 grades at GCSE. These exams are normally sat in November for Year 12 entry.
The course is assessed through a variety of methods including examinations and coursework style assessments. There is a practical element to the course and unlike GCSE there is no performance assessment.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £17,985 - £22,350; Boarding £31,860 - £39,885 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £17,985 - £22,350 |
| Address | Trull Road, Taunton, TA1 4QS |
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport is a widely recognised qualification by industry and higher education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. BTEC qualifications provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level. YouGov research shows that 62% of large companies have recruited employees with BTEC qualifications. Studying BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport is equivalent in size to one A Level. It is expected that students should have a keen interest in sport, be passionate about coaching and sports leadership and be playing in at least one major sport at Queen’s College. BTEC is a vocational qualification meaning that is very much suited towards developing the skills to be ready to enter the place of work. Unlike the traditional route of A level and examinations. BTEC qualifications are modular and therefore assessment standards are often coursework/project based assignments throughout the year with opportunities to develop grades and get some feedback.
Sixth Formers are asked to take two subject papers of their choice plus a general paper, as well as being expected to have achieved five 9-4 grades at GCSE. These exams are normally sat in November for Year 12 entry.
The course is assessed through a variety of methods including examinations and coursework style assessments. There is a practical element to the course and unlike GCSE there is no performance assessment.