Level 3 Sport & Exercise Sciences
Vocational • Level 3
Level 3 Sport & Exercise Sciences
Vocational • Level 3Type of LearningSchool Leaver
Course CodeA2115
Study ModeFull Time
Duration2 years
Awarded ByPearson
Location Burnley College
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About the course
Do you want to pursue a career in Sport and Exercise Science, working behind the scenes directly with athletes? There is a primary focus on the physiological basis of the human body, the psychology behind performance and the ability to carry out an individual project. Develop your self-confidence and practical scientific knowledge, being exposed to client-based scenarios and athlete care. You receive a broad range of the sport and exercise industries such as Sport Psychology, Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation, Fitness Testing, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition.
Type of LearningSchool Leaver
Course CodeA2115
Study ModeFull Time
Duration2 years
Awarded ByPearson
Location Burnley College
Start Date/s
02/09/2026
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English, Mathematics and Science or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Modules
Year 1:
Functional Anatomy
Applied Psychology
Research Methods
Coaching for Performance and Fitness
Biomechanics
Specialised Fitness Training
Year 2:
Physiology
Nutrition
Field and Laboratory-Based Fitness Testing
Research Project
Technology in Sport
Sports Injury and Rehabilitation
Sport Massage
Assessment
4 out of the 13 units are externally assessed exams. The remaining 9 are internally assessed coursework units, through a mixture of theory-based reports, practical application, presentation and research projects
Careers & Progression
This course provides the experience and knowledge to progress onto university study and careers as a Physiotherapist, Rehabilitation Consultant, Sports Psychologist, Sports Scientist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Podiatrist, Nutritionist and Sports Therapist.
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Enrichment Activities
Take part in weekly practical sporting activity, join the differing Burnley College Sports Academies, regular industry guest speakers and visits to the English Institute of Sport, Manchester Velodrome, Rock and River Outdoor Educational Centre, Chill Factore in Manchester and annual trip to Sweden to take part in the Gothia World Youth Cup Tournament, and Club La Santa in Lanzarote for a warm weather training camp.
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