BTEC Extended Diploma Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness)
Course Content
This programme is designed to enable you to learn about the sports industry with an emphasis on practical, work-related projects and assignments. You will develop skills that will help you to start or progress your career and / or continue your studies into Higher Education. In Year 2 students embark on a 1 year work experience placement, one day a week, in a sports related field. Students have been offered a variety of employmeny opportunities due to their work experience.
Assessment
You will mainly be assessed through coursework assignments and projects, some of which will involve visits.
Career Opportunities
Career options include opportunities to work in outdoor pursuit's centres, public and private sector recreation activities, fitness centres, leisure centres, teaching and coaching. Progression to Higher Education
On successful completion of the programme students can progress onto a Foundation Degree or Degree Programme in a relevant subject.
Read the real life experiences of some of our students.