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Level 3 Cambridge Technical Sport

St Ivo Academy

St Ivo Academy, High Leys, St Ives, Cambridgeshire , PE27 6RR

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
St.Ivo Academy with Sixth Form
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Block A

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
St.Ivo Academy with Sixth Form
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Block D

Course Summary

This course is for students with a passion for sport and the sports industry.

Course Details

In year 12 students undertake the introductory diploma in sport. This comprises of six units and is equivalent to one A-level. In year 13 students complete a further six units.

Together with the units studied in year 12, this will lead to a diploma in sport, which is equivalent to two A-levels. All units are centre-assessed and externally moderated by OCR. The full qualification and units from this course are graded as pass, merit, distinction or distinction star.

You will cover topics including coaching, health, fitness, injury, local and national sport and the sports industry. The course has a strong practical emphasis and includes work experience visits to sporting facilities to learn, study and practice new skills.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

25% Exam; 75% Coursework

Entry requirements

Five 5's including English and 4+ in mathematics

Level 2 merit in Btec/vocational sport if studied

Your next steps...

You can study sport studies/sports science or physical education teaching at degree level. Many jobs in the sport and leisure industry are now looking at sports studies/physical education as an essential background for future development. Sports studies is also an advantage when applying for roles in leisure management, gym instruction and sports coaching.

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