Full Time Sport and Exercise Science BTEC National Diploma Level 3

Swansea College

BTEC

In Sketty

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Sketty (Wales)

This course introduces students to strategies which look to understand and improve competitive sports performance. The first year core modules are: Sports Science Project. Anatomy and Physiology. Sports Injuries. Biomechanics. Exercise Physiology. Sports Coaching. Sports Massage. Fitness Testing. Training and Fitness. Nutrition for Sport and Exercise.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Sketty (Swansea)
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Tycoch Road, SA2 9EB

Start date

On request

About this course

Students will require 4 GCSEs at Grades C or above, or BTEC First Diploma in a related subject to Merit standard.

Students need to be physically fit for the practical activities and have an interest in sport.

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Course programme


Sport and Exercise Science BTEC National Diploma (Level 3)
Course Content
This course introduces students to strategies which look to understand and improve competitive sports performance.
The first year core modules are:
  • Sports Science Project;
  • Anatomy and Physiology;
  • Sports Injuries;
  • Biomechanics;
  • Exercise Physiology;
  • Sports Coaching;
  • Sports Massage;
  • Fitness Testing;
  • Training and Fitness;
  • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise.
Teaching/Assessment
Assessment is through ongoing projects and practical assignments. In the final year students will work on a major project involving research activities.
All students take part in work experience programmes. In Year 2 students attend a compulsory outdoor pursuits residential to further develop team work and communication skills.
Progression
This qualification can lead to:
Higher Education: HND or degree in Sports Science, Sports Coaching, Sports Development, Sport & Physical Education, Teacher Training or Sports Therapy.
Employment: Sports related employment with agencies such as governing bodies, local authorities and sports clubs in the community.
Additional Information
Students on this course will be charged for a Criminal Records Bureau [CRB] check. The current cost is £36. Students can apply to the Financial Contingency Fund [FCF] to cover the cost of a CRB check.
Students are required to purchase a course t-shirt and polo shirt, costing £15.
Students who play for College teams have the option of purchasing the college tracksuit and team related kit.
Sometime minimal costs may be required for local educational trips.
Course Location
Tycoch Campus
Attendance
Full Time
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Full Time Sport and Exercise Science BTEC National Diploma Level 3

Price on request