BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport (one A Level Equivalant)

Exam Board- Edexcel

This course is suitable for students who wish to study Sport at University or via an Apprenticeship route. Students will complete 4 different units over 2 years. There are 2 external exams and 2 internal coursework units. The course is made up of both practical and theory lessons.

The practical and theory elements of the course allow a wide range of students gain success. This course is the equivalent of 1 A level and is made up of 4 different units.

Key Units/ Content

Unit1- Anatomy and Physiology (external exam taken at the end of Y12)

Unit 2- Fitness testing training and programming (external synopsis exam taken in Y13)

Unit 7- Practical Sport (coursework unit completed in Y12)

Unit 3- Professional Development in the sports industry (coursework unit completed in Y13)

Key Skills

Independent study is essential. Effective time management and organisational skills. Passion for sport and the theory around this. Good literacy skills.

How many exams- 2 exams

Breakdown of marks-

Unit 1 marked out of 80 worth 30% of final grade

Unit 2 marked out of 80 worth 30% of final grade

Unit 3 marked as pass, merit or distinction worth 20% of final mark

Unit 7 marked as pass, merit or distinction worth 20% of final mark

Coursework

Unit 3 and Unit 7

Minimum Requirements: At least five 4 grades at GCSE . GCSE 5 or above in PE or Merit in BTEC Sport L2

Careers- PE teacher, sports coach, physiotherapist, sports analyst etc

University Courses- all sports related courses at University

Links with other subjects- Biology