Duration: 1/2 Years
UCAS Value: 20-60 points/40-140 points
Awarding Body: Edexcel
Course Description:
These qualifications provide suitable foundation for studying sport or related subject at higher education and are widely accepted by universities. The AS equivalent is achieved through the BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Sport worth 20-60 UCAS points (AS equiv. grade E-A*) completed in one year. The A2 equivalent is achieved through the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in two years and is worth 40-140 UCAS points (A2 equiv. grade E-A*).
AS/BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Sport Units:
A2/BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary in Sport Units:
Assessment: externally and internally assessed through coursework and exam
Entry: 5 GCSE at grades A*-C including English and Maths
Progression: Many students apply to and are offered places at university to study courses such as sports studies, sports psychology, sports coaching & performance and sports management. A sports science degree can be an option with an additional science related A level. Students can also progress onto sports therapy routes with additional relevant qualifications and/or experience.
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