Course units include:
- Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport
- The physiology of fitness
- Fitness training and programming for health, sport and wellbeing
- Acquiring skill in sport
- Coaching for performance
- Sports development
- Fitness testing for sport and exercise
- Work experience in sport.
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Entry requirements
5 GCSEs grade A*- C (grade 9 - 4) including English, or a relevant Level 2 course with anatomy and physiology for sport at distinction level plus an excellent school report/reference.
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Who is the course for?
This course is for those interested in a sport or fitness related career, or who are keen to progress onto a sports studies higher education course.
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Study methods
Lectures, workshops, group work, practical sessions, field trips and work experience.
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How is the course assessed?
Assignments throughout the course include reports, projects, presentations, practical work, oral work and time constrained assignments.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
Employment in high-level roles in the health and fitness industry such as fitness instructor, leisure centre
attendant, manager or a sports coach. -
Where Next – Further Studies
Progress from the Foundation Diploma onto the Extended Diploma in Sport and then onto our BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma/Level 5 HND Diploma in Sport or a higher education course at university.
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
