Extended Diploma in Sports & Exercise Science Level 3

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Level 3 Extended Diploma Sports & Exercise Science.

Overview
If you have successfully completed our 90 Credit qualification, this ED top up will build and enhance your skills in readiness for industry or further study at a higher level. With units covering sports biomechanics, fitness training and nutrition; you'll feel confident working in industry or applying for HE. You will also gain valuable skills in coaching, dealing with injuries, sports facilities and operational management.

Entry Requirements
You need to have successully complete the Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Sports Science with English and maths at GCSE grade C.

Course Duration
One year – Full time.

Skills and Benefits
You will gain the knowledge and skills needed need to work in the sports industry. Learn about about the principles of: Physiology and psychology Apply biomechanical and performance analysis methods to improve sports performance and avoid injury Develop team working skills Visits to a variety of professional sports organisations and businesses including Manchester Velodrome, ManchesterCity Football Club, and the FA Museum and regular trips to leading, local universities.

Mandatory Units
Anatomy for Sport and Exercise Sport and Exercise Physiology Sport and Exercise Psychology Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Project in Sport and Exercise Sciences Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise

Optional Units
Sports Biomechanics in Action Exercise Health and Lifestyle Fitness Training and Programming Sports Massage Analysis of Sports Performance Sports Nutrition Current Issues in Sport Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise Sports Injuries Sports Coaching Practical Individual Sports Practical Team Sports Outdoor and Adventurous Activities Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology Exercise for Specific Groups Work Experience in Sport Sports Facilities and Operational Management Research Investigation in Sport and Exercise Sciences Laboratory and Experimental Methods in Sport and Exercise Sciences Profiling Sports Performance

Course Assessment
100% coursework with on-going assessment throughout the course. Options to present your work in a variety of ways: Delivering practical coaching and instruction, giving verbal or online presentations, producing written reports, case studies, graphs or posters and production of video and photographic evidence of practical assessments.

Progression
The course prepares you for entry to study at Foundation and full degree level at University in courses such as PE Teaching, Sports Development, Coaching Science, Health Studies, Football Studies, Sports Rehab, etc. The course can also lead into a variety of careers in both the public and private sectors of the Sport & Leisure Industry e.g. sports retail and manufacture, hotel and leisure industry, sports coaching, sports management and administration, gym instruction, outdoor pursuits centres and activity holidays, sports journalism, jobs in the armed forces and emergency services, etc.

Course Fees
For full details contact the Enquiry Team on 0300 300 0090.