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Championships in Bath and Newcastle were the have helped me so much. The National “The teachers are so supportive and Details of all BTEC courses are accurate at time of print. However, some of these courses at Level 3 may be subject to change prior to August 2017 in terms of course title, content and assessment methodology. These changes will be communicated via our website once they have been finalised by the awarding bodies.

physical education AT HUDDERSFIELD NEW COLLEGE Recently awarded Sports Leadership Academy status, the college’s Sports department is among the biggest and best in Kirklees. As well as offering both A Level and vocational BTEC qualifications, we also offer students the chance to join one of our successful sporting academies, as well as supporting individual elite athletes, so that you can achieve your very best in your chosen discipline.

MY COURSE HAS PREPARED ME FOR THE

The department has a range of top class facilities including a fitness suite, a multipurpose sports hall, a full size state of the art 3G astro-turf pitch and our most recent addition, the Sports Barn. This houses a full size indoor playing court for netball, basketball, handball, tennis and badminton.

Alongside the court we have a top of the range specialist cricket facility with lanes designated for pace and spin bowling, alongside a specialist bowling machine.

FUTURE. it has HELPed ME LEARN ABOUT SPORT AND WHAT I WANT TO DO AFTER competing at the PARALYMPICS.

As well as a choice of A Level and BTEC courses at Level 2 and 3, we also offer Level 1 Coaching Awards in football, rugby league, basketball and cricket, the Active IQ Level 2 Fitness Instructors Award, the Sports Leaders Level 2 Award, and the Higher Sports Leaders Award Level 3. All these additional qualifications can help your study, application to university or pathway into employment.

MEET THE TEAM • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

As a department, we organise visits to support your learning and invite relevant guest speakers from the sports industry. Recently these have included personal trainers, sports physiotherapists, performance analysts and sports coaches.

There are also opportunities to be involved in trips abroad. In 2016, our students were given the opportunity to take part in work placements in Poland and Sweden.

– Jonathan Booth L3 Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma in Sport Team GB Paralympian Rio 2016

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BTEC level 3 extended certificate/Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science ABOUT the subject

ABOUT the subject

The BTEC Extended Certificate/Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science is an advanced full time, work related course. Students learn by completing assignments related to the many aspects of sport such as fitness, psychology, anatomy and physiology, sports injuries and coaching. In addition you will learn about the employment area of sport. It is therefore ideally suited for those interested in a sport related career or for those wishing to study the subject at degree level. The course is made up of 6 units in the first year (Extended Certificate) and 6 units in the second (Diploma). The course includes practical sessions wherever possible to help students apply theory into practice. ICT is used to support students in their work and the sports facilities available are outstanding, including a sports hall, 3G surface and fitness room.

course content Study will take place in a variety of 12 different units over 2 years including the core areas of:

their personal and communication skills while gaining an important nationally recognised qualification.

Year 1 • Sport and Exercise Psychology • Physiology • Anatomy for Sport and Exercise • Fitness Testing • Work-based Experience in Sport • Practical Team Sports • Biomechanics

In the second year there may also be the opportunity to undertake industryrelated qualifications. These include:

Year 2 • Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Science • Research project in Sport and Exercise Science • Sports Nutrition • Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise • Practical Individual Sports

During the first year all students undertake a work experience placement in a coaching/leadership setting to further develop their knowledge and experience. Past students have gained placements in areas such as gymnasiums, primary and secondary school PE departments and leisure centres. There may also be an opportunity to undertake work experience in other industry related areas.

Students may, as part of their practical programme, undertake the Sports Leaders Level 2 Award developing both

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Level 3 Higher Sports Leaders Award Level 2 Fitness Instructor Lifeguard - NPLQ First Aid

BTEC Level 3 extended certificate/Diploma in Sport

specific entry criteria Grade 4 in GCSE English Language.

A grade C in GCSE PE or a pass in a vocational equivalent, if taken. A grade C in a GCSE Science subject (other than Core) or a pass in a vocational Level 2 Science qualification.

ASSessment All modules are assessed through a variety of methods such as presentations, interviews, group work and written assignments, and are all graded at pass, merit or distinction, giving an overall grade for the qualification at the end of the course.

The BTEC Extended Certificate is an advanced full time, work related course. Students learn by completing assignments related to the many aspects of sport such as sports development, assessing risk in sport and current issues. In addition you will learn about the employment area of sport. The course is made up of 7 units in the first year (Extended Certificate) and 13 units in the second (Diploma).

The course includes practical sessions wherever possible to help students apply theory into practice. ICT is used to support students in their work and the sports facilities available are outstanding, including a sports hall, 3G surface, fitness suite and new Sports Barn.

ASSessment All units are assessed through a variety of methods such as presentations, interviews, group work and written assignments, and are all graded at pass, merit or distinction. As this qualification is the equivalent to 2 Advanced Level qualifications, this will result in 2 final grades at the end of the course.

course content Study will take place in a variety of 13 different units over 2 years including the core areas of: Year 1 • Physiology of Fitness • Anatomy • Assessing Risk in Sport • Sports Coaching • Fitness Training • Work-based Experience in Sport • Practical Team Sports

During the first year students may have the opportunity to undertake a work experience placement in a relevant area of the sports industry to further develop their knowledge and experience. Past students have gained placements in areas such as gymnasiums, school PE departments and leisure centres.

In the second year there may also be the opportunity to undertake industryrelated qualifications. These include:

Year 2 • Fitness Training and Programming • Sports Development • Sport as a Business • Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport • Outdoor and Adventure Activities • Instructing Physical Activity

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All students, as part of their practical programme, follow the Sports Leaders Level 2 Award, developing both their personal and communication skills while gaining an important nationally recognised qualification.

Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and grade C in GCSE PE or in a vocational equivalent, if taken.

Level 3 Higher Sports Leaders Award Level 2 Fitness Instructor Lifeguard - NPLQ First Aid

specific entry criteria

PHYSICAL EDUCATION linear a level ABOUT the subject Advanced Level Physical Education builds on your experience from Key Stage 4 and GCSE to equip students with knowledge, understanding and skills relating to scientific, sociocultural and practical aspects of physical education. Studying A Level PE will increase your understanding of the factors that affect both optimal performance and participation in physical education and sport. The qualification is designed to equip you with skills and knowledge required for higher education or wok.

ASSessment Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport Written examination - 105 marks: 2 hours - 35% of A2 Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport Written examination - 105 marks: 2 hours - 35% of A2 Non exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport Internal assessment, external moderation - 90 marks - 30% of A Level. Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity. Plus written/verbal analysis of performance.

course content Students should develop knowledge and understanding of the following: Year 1 • Applied Anatomy and Physiology the changes within the body systems prior to exercise, during exercise of differing intensities and during recovery.

• Skill Acquisition - this section focuses on how skill is acquired and the impact of psychological factors on performance including the principles required to optimise learning and development of new and existing skills in a range of physical activities.

• Sport and Society - the interaction between, and the evolution of, sport and society.

The interaction between, and the evolution of, sport and society and the technological developments in physical activity and sport.

specific entry criteria Grade 4 in GCSE English Language plus grade B in GCSE Biology, Additional Science or PE. “The teachers are very supportive when I have had to have time away from College for my competitions.”

Year 2 • Exercise Physiology - the adaptations to the body systems through training or lifestyle, and how these changes affect the efficiency of those systems.

• Biomechanical Movement - motion and forces, and their relevance to performance in physical activity and sport.

• Sport Psychology - the piers boden role of sport psychology in optimising School: Honley High School performance in physical activity and sport.

Studied: A Level Physical Education, Geography • Sport and Society - the role and Psychology of technology in physical Destination: Gap Year to play in World Racketlon activity and sport.

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BTEC LEVEL 3 foundation diploma/Extended diploma in sport and exercise science ABOUT the subject The BTEC Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma is an advanced full time, work related course. You learn by completing assignments related to the many aspects of sport such as fitness, anatomy and physiology, psychology, sports injuries and coaching. In addition, you will learn about the employment area of sport. It is ideally suited therefore for those interested in a sport related career or for those wishing to study the subject at first degree level. The course is made up of 18 units.

The course includes practical sessions wherever possible to help students apply theory into practice. ICT is used to support students in their work and the sports facilities available are outstanding including a sports hall, 3G surface and fitness room.

ASSessment All modules are assessed through a variety of methods such as presentations, interviews, group work and written assignments, and are all graded at pass, merit or distinction, giving an overall grade for the qualification at the end of the course.

course content Study will take place in a variety of 18 different units over 2 years including the core areas of: Core areas: • Sport and Exercise Psychology • Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Sciences • Research Project in Sport and Exercise Science • Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise • Anatomy for Sport and Exercise • Sport and Exercise Physiology Further units will be from: • Sports Coaching • Work-based Experience in Sport • Sports Nutrition • Exercise, Health and Lifestyle • Training and Fitness for Sport • Practical Team Sports • Exercise for Specific Groups • Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise • Sports Injuries • Practical Individual Sports • Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology All students, as part of their practical programme, will undertake the Sports Leaders Level 2 Award, developing both their personal and communication skills while gaining an important

nationally recognised qualification.

In the second year there may also be the opportunity to undertake industryrelated qualifications. These include: • • • •

Level 3 Higher Sports Leaders Award Level 2 Fitness Instructor Lifeguard - NPLQ First Aid

During the first year, all students undertake a work experience placement in a coaching/leadership setting to further develop their knowledge and experience. Past students have gained placements in areas such as gymnasiums, primary and secondary school PE departments and leisure centres. There may also be an opportunity to undertake work experience in other industry related areas.

specific entry criteria

BTEC LEVEL 3 certificate/extended certificate in sport ABOUT the subject The BTEC Certificate is an advanced full time, work related course. You learn by completing assignments related to the many aspects of sport such as fitness testing, assessing risk in sport and sports coaching. In addition you will learn about the employment areas of sport. The course is made up of 7 units - 4 units make up the Certificate, and an additional 3 units make up the Extended Certificate.

The course includes practical sessions wherever possible to help students apply theory into practice. ICT is used to support students in their work and the sports facilities available are outstanding, including a sports hall, 3G surface, fitness suite and sports barn.

specific entry criteria Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and grade C in GCSE PE or in a vocational equivalent, if taken.

Physiology Anatomy Assessing Risk in Sport Fitness Training and Programming Sports Coaching Sports Development Fitness Testing Work-based Experience in Sport Sport as a Business Practical Team Sports Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport Practical Individual Instructing PA and Exercise Organising Sports Events Exercise, Health and Lifestyle Psychology for Sports Performance PE and Care of Children Outdoor and Adventurous Activities Analysis of Sports Performance

sports industry to further develop their knowledge and experience. Past students have gained placements in areas such as gymnasiums, school PE departments and leisure centres.

During the summer term students will also be given the opportunity to gain governing body coaching awards in a variety of sports.

ASSessment

course content Study will take place in a variety of 7 different units over 2 years including the core areas of: • • • • • • •

Physiology of Fitness Anatomy Assessing Risk in Sport Sports Coaching Sports Development Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise

All students, as part of their practical programme, follow the Sports Leaders Level 2 Award, developing both their personal and communication skills, while gaining an important nationally recognised qualification.

Level 3 Higher Sports Leaders Award Level 2 Fitness Instructor Lifeguard - NPLQ First Aid

The BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Sport is a full time course and is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for success in current and future employment in the sport, and related, industries.

In particular it prepares you for study at Level 3 and also as a stepping-stone in to employment in the sport sector that requires a specialist Sport and Exercise Science grounding, at a junior/assistant level.

BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Sport will: • •

In the second year there may also be the opportunity to undertake industryrelated qualifications. These include:

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Level 3 Higher Sports Leaders Award Level 2 Fitness Instructor Lifeguard - NPLQ First Aid

ASSessment All units are assessed through a variety of methods. These include presentations, interviews, group work and written assignments, and are all graded at pass, merit or distinction, giving an overall grade for the qualification at the end of the course.

During the first year students may have the opportunity to undertake a work experience placement in a relevant area of the sports industry to further develop their knowledge and experience. Past students have gained placements in areas such as gymnasiums, school PE departments and leisure centres.

In the second year there may also be the opportunity to undertake industryrelated qualifications. These include: • • • •

btec level 2 extended certificate in sport ABOUT the subject

course content Study will take place in a variety of 19 different units over 2 years including the core areas of: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

All units are assessed through a variety of methods. These include presentations, interviews, group work and written assignments, and are all graded at pass, merit or distinction, giving an overall grade for the qualification at the end of the course.

Grade 4 in GCSE English Language.

A grade C in GCSE PE or a pass in a vocational equivalent, if taken. A grade C in a GCSE Science subject (other than Core) or a pass in a vocational Level 2 Science qualification.

BTEC LEVEL 3 foundation diploma/extended diploma in sport ABOUT The subject The BTEC Foundation Diploma/ Extended Diploma is an advanced full time, work related course. You learn by completing assignments related to the many aspects of sport such as sports development, assessing risk in sport and current issues. In addition you will learn about the employment area of sport. It is therefore ideally suited for those interested in a sport related career or for those wishing to study the subject at first-degree level. The course is made up of 19 units.

The course includes practical sessions wherever possible to help students apply theory into practice. ICT is used to support students in their work and the sports facilities available are outstanding, including a sports hall, 3G surface, fitness room and sports barn.

specific entry criteria Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and grade C in GCSE PE or in a vocational equivalent, if taken.

All students, as part of their practical programme, follow the Level 2 Sports Leaders Award, developing both their personal and communication skills while gaining an important nationally recognised qualification.

During the first year, all students undertake a work experience placement in a relevant area of the

Prepare you for study on the level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport or will prepare you for a range of careers in the sport and related industries Provide a comprehensive and challenging programme of study related to sport that is particularly suited to post-16 learners who have the relevant interest and aptitude to progress in the sector Provide specialised studies, which are directly relevant to individual vocations and professions in the sport, and related, industries in which learners are currently working Provide a science-related sport and exercise qualification to enable progression to further studies with a view to entering careers in the sport and related industries

course content The twelve-unit BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate offers a specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the sector. The course is over a one-year period and cover the following units: • • • • • • • • • •

Practical Sports Performance The Mind and Sports Performance The Sports Performer in Action Training for Personal Fitness Leading Sports Activities Profiling sports Performance Lifestyle and Well-being Injury and the Sports Performer Running a Sports Event The Sport and Active Leisure Industry

As part of the course, there are also two examination units. These are: • Fitness for Sport and Exercise • Anatomy and Physiology for Sports Performance The course consists of a combination of practical and theoretical modules.

Some modules will contain more practical work than others.

This qualification has core, mandatory and optional specialist units, of which learners will need to complete all units.

This is to ensure that all learners have a broad and balanced coverage of the vocational sector.

ASSessment The course will be assessed through a series of internally and externally assessed units.

Two units will be assessed in the form of an exam, whilst the other units are assessed via a series of assignments.

These assignments will be awarded pass, merit or distinction grades.

A final double grade of pass, merit or distinction will be awarded at the end of the course.

specific entry criteria Grade D in a GCSE Science (other than Core) is desirable.