BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science (Triple)

What will you study and other information about BTEC Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science (triple)

• What will I study?

  On this course you will study a number of units, some are highlighted in more detail below: Biomechanics in Sport and Exercise Science – port analysis software.

  • Functional Anatomy – Explore how the body’s muscles, bones, and joints work together to produce movement and performance.
  • Coaching for Performance – Develop practical coaching skills to improve fitness, technique, and athletic performance.
  • Sociocultural Issues – Examine how social and cultural factors influence participation and sport.
  • Psychology – Understand how motivation, confidence, and mindset affect performance and participation.
  • Injuries – Learn how to prevent, manage, and rehabilitate sports injuries safely.
  • Nutrition – Discover how nutrition supports performance, recovery, and overall health.
  • Specialised Fitness Training – Apply advanced training methods to improve sport-specific fitness and conditioning.
  • Field and Laboratory Testing – Develop practical skills to assess fitness, health, and performance.
  • Exercise Physiology – Learn how the body responds and adapts to exercise and training.
  • Research Methods – Investigate and analyse sport science research using scientific methods.
  • Technology in Sport – Explore how technology is used to monitor, analyse, and improve performance.
  • Physical Activity – Understand the importance of physical activity for health, wellbeing, and participation.
  • Research Projects – Plan, conduct, and present independent sport and exercise science investigations.
• Equipment and Financial contributions

  A range of textbooks and other relevant publications are available in the FYi or departmental resource area. Subscription to appropriate periodicals is also available through the department. There are also a range of revision guides available through Amazon and students will be directed to these once on the course/ appropriate unit(s)

  There are day visits included as part of the course in which students are encouraged to participate. These may incur a cost to cover transport and entrance to the visited organisation. In total, the estimated cost of these essential visits over the two years of the course will be approximately £100. There may be other desirable educational visits that students can access during the two-year course.

  Any student undertaking work experience with young children or vulnerable adults may need a DBS check to go out on a work placement. The cost of the DBS check is currently £38. Payment is made when students bring in the completed DBS form and evidence of identity to the Student Finance Office.

  Students will be expected to purchase a Blackpool Sixth sports kit, polo shirt and training top to be worn during practical sessions, leadership activities and work experience, an approximate cost £45. (essential bundle) 

• Field trips, projects and employability opportunities

  You will visit a number of local universities where you will use the latest sports science equipment as part of your studies, getting familiar with the equipment and experimental procedures that can be used in the industry and university straight after college. We have strong links with Blackpool FC, Fleetwood FC and Fylde Rugby Club as well as local sports centres and coaches. Students on this course also have the opportunity to take an additional qualification in sports leadership (Community Sports Leaders).