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Overview
Sport & Physical Activity
Introduction
Many students enjoy sport and want to develop career in a sports-related field. This course allows that as it will develop skills and knowledge in areas such as training, fitness and development and coaching. Cambridge Technical is assessed mainly through assignment work, and so suits all learning styles. The course includes hands-on practical experience based upon real-life scenarios. It is worth the equivalent of 1 A-level and the UCAS points available at level 3 allow progression to higher education. This course suits students who enjoy independent learning and individual research tasks.
Qualification
Single Award Extended Certificate Level 3 in Sport and Physical Activity
Awarding body
Cambridge Technical
Course leader
S Clarke and R Roberts
Assessment
- Examination: three units are externally set and assessed.
- Non-examined assessment: most units are assessed through coursework, essays, assignments, presentations, research projects and log books.
Curriculum
Topics
- Body systems and effects of physical activity
- Sports organisation and development
- Sports coaching and activity leadership.
- Performance analysis in sport and exercise.
- Organisation of sports events.
Skills and requirements
Subject entry requirements
- 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including English and maths. GCSE PE preferable but not essential.
Sixth Form entry requirements
- 4 A-levels over 2 years: for students who have achieved 5 or more grade 7s or above including English and maths (grade 5 or above).
- 3 A-levels over 2 years: for students who have achieved 5 grade 5s or above including English and maths.
- Level 3 vocational courses: for students who have achieved 5 grade 4s or above including English and maths.
Skills learned
Through studying Cambridge technical, students will develop a range of skills to include:
- Communication
- Coaching /leadership skills
- First aid
- Practical skills in outdoor adventurous activity
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Organisation skills
Beyond the classroom
Future pathways
Cambridge Technical level 3 sport and physical activity provides a qualification suitable for careers in leisure management, coaching, teaching and sport development. It is excellent preparation for many professions.
