Sports Studies

Course summary

Year 1: BTEC Certificate: Equivalent to half an A Level, completed in one year as an elective. Consists of two compulsory units: Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology Studying the Skeletal, Muscular, Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems, in addition to the Energy Systems. Unit 7: Practical Performance This presents pupils with the chance to improve their knowledge and practical ability in one individual and one team sport (sports must be offered at Stowe). Pupils will learn about Skill Acquisition (how to improve technically in their sports) and how to self-assess and evaluate their own performance accurately. Year 2: BTEC Extended Certificate Equivalent to full A Level. Consists of two additional units completed in the second year: Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well‐Being Pupils will learn about lifestyle choices and nutrition for sports performance. They will also study training methods and how to plan a training programme effectively. Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry Pupils will explore career and job opportunities in the sports industry and build practical experience of recruitment and job-seeking skills.