Overview
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This course is part of our 2+1 offer and MUST be studied alongside two other A Level courses only. It is the equivalent to 1.5 A Levels.
This course provides a broad range of study for the sport and exercise science sector.
Mandatory units include functional anatomy, sport and exercise psychology and coaching for performance and fitness. You will choose an optional unit designed to support progression on to a variety of sport courses at a higher level.
What does it combine with?
What will I study?
Students study three mandatory units, covering the following content areas:
- Functional Anatomy
- Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Coaching for Performance and Fitness.
The mandatory content allows learners to concentrate on the development of their practical skills and the broad knowledge required for entrance to Higher Education programmes in sport and exercise science.
You will choose one optional unit from a small range of options, which have been designed to support progression to a variety of sport courses in Higher Education and to link with relevant occupational areas.