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Sport, Physical Activity and Exercise Science
Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity
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Overview
This course will give you the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding of sport and the physical activity sector, preparing you for employment in a range of occupations, often through the route of higher education.
You will complete 30 hours of work experience within sports environments, working with a range of local companies all offering career opportunities for future job roles.
You will participate in weekly practical sports sessions where you will play range of sports such as football, volleyball, basketball, badminton and cricket. As well as being given the opportunity to join the colleges football team.
Alongside your main programme you will also be offered the opportunity to gain your Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification.
On successful completion of the course at a merit overall you will be offered the opportunity to progress to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, which would offer the UCAS points needed for university.
How you’ll learn
Units
- Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
- Preparing for a Career in Sport
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Instructing Physical Activity
- Sports Coaching
- Fitness Testing
- Nutrition
- Organising a Sport Event
- Technical and Tactical Awareness
Entry and progression
What you need and where it leads
- Entry requirements
- This course Level 3
- Further study
Entry requirements
5 x GCSE at a 4 or above to include maths and English
Not sure you meet these? Talk to us and we will help you find the right starting point.
- Level 6 BA (Hons) Physical Education and Sport Coaching At University Campus Doncaster 48 UCAS points
- Level 6 BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Exercise Science At University Campus Doncaster 48 UCAS points
- Level 6 BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Coaching Science At University Campus North Lincolnshire 48 UCAS points
Careers it can lead to
- Sports and Leisure Assistants £12.60 an hour
- Fitness and Wellbeing Instructors £15.49 an hour
- Sports Players £18.44 an hour
- Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials £16.64 an hour
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- Leisure and Travel Service Occupations £23,700 a year
With further study or experience
- Leisure and Sports Managers and Proprietors £31,800 a year
Typical pay is the UK median for each job (Lightcast, October 2026).
Life on the course
See what it’s really like
Student Voice
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Being here has helped me build confidence, improve my teamwork and communication skills. Sport is something I’m passionate about and it fits well with my future goals. I’m planning to do a sports coaching apprenticeship.
For parents and carers
Supporting your child’s journey
A Friendly, Welcoming Place
Students are often surprised by how friendly and welcoming college is. It's a supportive community where they'll build genuine friendships and feel part of something.
About student lifeQualifications That Count
These are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
See the full unit listGCSE Support Built In
If your child needs to resit GCSE English or Maths, it's built into the timetable, not bolted on as an extra. They'll get structured support alongside their main course.
About student supportLearning Support
If your child has additional learning needs, our support team works with them from day one. Adjustments are put in place early so they can get the most out of their course.
About learning supportYour next step
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
Apply online and you’ll get a confirmation email.
2
You meet your tutor
We’ll invite you to an interview to talk through the course and your plans, and make sure it’s right for you.
3
You get an offer
We’ll email you a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
You get ready to start
Come to a taster session in the summer, then enrol in August, bringing your results.