Level 2 : BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport (EDEXCEL)
Who is the course for?
The course is designed to meet the needs of a learner who has a passion for sport. It is suitable for students who wish to go on to study the level 3 BTEC extended diploma in sport and those looking to gain employment within the leisure and recreation industry.
Entry requirements: 4 GCSE’s at grade D or above including English.
Content outline
In this course you will look at the body and how it responds before, during and after exercise. You will also explore health, safety & injury. You will then move on to gaining an insight into the Sports Industry and preparing for sport. You will also learn about planning and leading sports activities. In the Practical Sport Unit you will look at improving and developing your own performance as well as examining that of other athletes.
- Practical Sport
- Development of personal Fitness
- Sports Development
- Anatomy & Physiology for Sport
- Exercise and Fitness Instruction
- Planning and Running a Sports Event
On all Sport programmes you will have the opportunity to take part in numerous extra-curricular and team sport activities as well as pick up additional Leadership and Coaching Awards.
Method of assessment
You will be assessed in Sport through 100% coursework.
Throughout the year you will be set assignments, case studies, presentations, leaflets and projects across all subject areas and will produce both individual and group work that will be graded at Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*. Grades in all your subjects will lead to an overall grade for the qualification.
