NCFE LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA ‘SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE’
2 years
COURSE DURATION
3 A-Levels
QUALIFICATION EQUIVALENT
9 hours per week
INDUSTRY ENRICHMENT & PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
100%
COURSEWORK
GCSE Maths & English
PROGRESSION OR RESITS IF REQUIRED
Pathways
UNIVERSITY, APPRENTICESHIPS, U.S. SCHOLARSHIPS OR EMPLOYMENT
LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCE WITH FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT & ENRICHMENT
The NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science is one of the most popular qualifications options for our learners to study.
Designed for those who want to continue their education through applied learning, the qualification is ideal for learners who aim to progress onto higher education (University or U.S Scholarships), apprenticeships and future employment within many roles of the football, sport, and exercise science sector.
Equivalent in size to three A Levels, the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science has been developed and designed as a full two-year study programme, incorporating nine hours per week in player development and industry enrichment experiences.
This provides learners with the opportunity to develop a range of practical and personal skills, techniques, and attributes essential to achieve their chosen pathway, and for successful performance in working life.
COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Ideally learners will need to achieve 5 GCSE qualifications at grade 4 (C) and above (preferably including English & Maths) or Merit overall, achieved from a full level 2 qualification.
WHAT IF I DON’T GET THE GRADES?
If a student does not meet the entry requirements above, then in year one they can enrol onto a one year NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Sport ‘Working in Sport’.
Once learners complete the Level 2 Certificate, they will have the opportunity to progress onto the NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification with us.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Learners are assessed through a combination of both theory, practical and enrichment learning, with on-going assessment throughout the course to develop a portfolio of evidence. There are no exams.
ENHANCE YOUR MATHS AND ENGLISH GCSE
If required, learners also have the opportunity to enhance their Maths and English skills including re-sitting their GCSE’s or completing functional skills in all pathways.
THE COURSE UNITS OF STUDY
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Exercise qualification, covers a variety of topics, providing learners with an indepth knowledge and a great foundation to progress onto thier chosen progression route and future career.
Sports Coaching
Leadership in sport
preparing for a career in sport
analysis of sports performance
organising sports events
work experience
current issues in sport
ethics & values
practical team sport
assessing risk in sport
instructing physical activity
exercise health & fitness
applied strength & conditioning
anatomy & physiology
sports injuries
fitness testing in sport & exercise
sports nutrition
fitness training in sport & exercise
EXAMPLE TIMETABLE
PLEASE NOTE: This example timetable is to show an example of a typical student lesson plan and will vary depending on location
MONDAY
Enrichment or Player Development
10am – 12:00pm
NCFE Extended Level 3 Diploma Qualification
1:30pm – 4:00pm
TUESDAY
Enrichment or Player Development
10:00am – 12:00pm
GCSE Maths & English Progression
(if required)
10:30am -12:00pm
Enrichment or Player Development
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Group / Individual Tutorial
3:30pm -4:30pm
WEDNESDAY
NCFE Extended Level 3 Diploma Qualification
10:00am – 12:30pm
Match Day, Enrichment & Experiences
2:00pm – 4:00pm
THURSDAY
NCFE Extended Level 3 Diploma Qualification
10:00am – 12:30PM
Enrichment or Player Development
2:00pm – 4:00pm
GCSE Maths & English Progression
(if required)
2:00pm – 4:00pm
FRIDAY
NCFE Extended Level 3 Diploma Qualification
10:00am – 12:30pm
Enrichment or Player Development
1:00pm – 4:00pm
COURSE PROGRESSION ROUTES
UNIVERSITY
Achieving a Level 3 Extended Diploma combined with the colleges enrichment and industry experiences, opens the door to university. This could be to study for a Sport & Exercise Science degree itself, or to undertake a degree specific to a chosen career pathway such as coaching, analysis, football business and many more…
UNIVERSITY
SPORT & LEISURE APPRENTICESHIPS
Our apprenticeship pathway is extremely popular with learners who wish to move into either community football, and sport development officer careers or employment within the leisure industry as a fitness instructor, personal trainer or a leisure attendant.
SPORT & LEISURE APPRENTICESHIPS
U.S. SCHOLARSHIP
The exciting pathway of studying and playing in America is available for learners with proven academic and athletic ability. We provide full support in organising trials and information events with our chosen partner U.S. Sports Scholarships to support you in your application and choosing the right U.S Scholarship and university if successful.
U.S. SCHOLARSHIPS
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