BTEC National Diploma in Sport (2 A Level equivalent )

BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Level 3)

Exam Board- Edexcel

This course is suitable for students who wish to study Sport at University or via an Apprenticeship route. Students will complete 9 different units over 2 years. There are 3 external exams and 6 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 2 A levels and is made up of 9 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 22- Investigating Business in Sport (external synopsis exam taken in Y12)

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

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

Key Skills

Unit 17- Injury in Sport (coursework unit completed in Y12)

Unit 25- Rules and Regulations in Sport (coursework unit in Y12/13)

Unit 23- Skill Acquisition in Sport (coursework unit completed in Y12/13)

Unit 4- Sports Leadership (coursework unit completed in Y13)

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

How many exams- 3 exams

Breakdown of marks-

Unit 1 marked out of 80

Unit 2 marked out of 80

Unit 22 marked out of 80

Coursework

Unit 3, 4, 7, 17, 23, 25

Minimum Requirements plus, Grade 5 or above at GCSE, Merit or above at BTEC Level 2 Sport

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

University Courses- all sports related courses at University

Links with other subjects- Biology