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A Level

In Llanelli ()

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  • Type

    A Level

Sport and exercise scientists continue to be a growing presence in the world of sport, and as we look to the future, all the signs suggest that their influence in sport will increase. From the elite performers' reliance on a large support team to analyse and monitor sports performance, to the casual gym user's use of ergogenic aids, sport and exercise sciences is seen as an essential element in the continued quest to strive for peak performance. The 18 unit Level 3 course includes the essential core elements: anatomy, physiology, psychology, nutrition, sports biomechanics and analysis while combining the practical application through fitness testing, coaching and work experience in sport. This course is ideal for those students who wish to learn more about analysing sports performance via our 'Sector Leading' (Colegau Cymru, 2011) SportsCode Apple Mac Suite, identifying the limits of human body and understanding what it takes to achieve peak performance.

About this course

The course typically enrolls students 16 - 19 year old who have achieved a minimum of 6 GCSEs at Grades A* - C including double science, mathematics and/or English language, physical education or a related BTEC Level 2 Diploma (Sport and/or Science) at merit level or equivalent qualification. Mature applicants may be considered without formal qualifications at the discretion of the curriculum area.

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Performance
  • Industry
  • Fitness
  • Coaching

Course programme

  • Nationally recognised qualification throughout the UK, allowing sufficient entry points for access into university
  • Opportunity to become a member of the college Sports Academy and enjoy professional guidance and support to improve your own sporting performance.
  • Additionalities on the course include involvement within the Advanced Welsh Bacccalaureate programme (WBQ) (http:///) and the opportunity to complete a number of recognised industry qualifications including Health and Safety Executive (HSE) First Aid qualification and level one coaching in a variety of sports.
  • This is a full-time course where the learner will be timetabled for 18 contact hours per week between 09:15hrs and 16:30hrs, Monday to Friday. Occasionally students are expected to take part in out of hours activities, especially sport academy students
  • Opportunity to use industry recognised sport science equipment within our Performance Analysis Centre (PAC) and Match Analysis Suite (using industry standard GameBreaker software on Apple Macs) to access the sports performance level of athletes at Coleg Sir Gar. Also to be part of the CSG Sports Academy and compete at both Welsh and British College level.

The Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences is an excellent progression route to higher level qualifications - Degrees or Foundation Degrees.

Careers directly related to sport and physical education include: Sport Development; 5x30 Officers; Sports Administrator; Sports Coach/Instructors; Sports Analyst (inc. Match/Player Analysis); PE Teachers or college Lecturers; Fitness Centre Manager; Leisure Services Manager; Outdoor Pursuits/Adventure Instructor. Other careers where the study of sport would be useful could include the emergency services, armed services, sports journalism, sports marketing.

Additional information

The 18 unit course is continuously assessed via written assignments that are spit into tasks. Each unit assignment will be split into four/five tasks that will assess the learner through a variety of methods including written reports, powerpoint presentations, questionnaires, sports laboratory practicals and sport practicals.

The work will be assessed by the unit lecturer and internally verified within the department. A random sample will be assessed by the Lead Internal Verifier and External Verifier.

Sport Science L3

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