Study at an Ofsted Outstanding college in a professional sports environment, with access to the latest facilities and expert lecturers. We’ve invested over £10 million into our Sports Academy, so you’ll be using industry-standard sports equipment as you put your lessons into practice.
Develop your confidence with practical sessions built into your timetable. You could coach in local schools, lead sports activities or organise sports events – such as the School Games or Big Health Check – to build your portfolio of experience.
You’ll be taught by expert lecturers – from high-level sports players and qualified coaches, to staff with successful careers in the UK and international sports industry. Our partnerships with local and national organisations provide opportunities to gain experience and make connections ready for your career.
Our courses
Whether you dream of coaching in the community, working with professional athletes, or becoming a sports therapist or PE teacher, our courses will give you the qualifications you need for your next step. Be ready to launch your career in sport.
We offer a range of sports BTEC diplomas to give our students a thorough grounding in all areas of sports fitness, physical education, coaching, business, strength and conditioning, and professional development.
Level 2 Extended Certificate Sport
If you’re looking to transition to Level 3 study but don't have the grades to do so straight from school, our Level 2 sports course is for you. Our students learn through a mix of theoretical and practical sessions, including trips and work experience, to gain an understanding of the competitive sports industries. On successful completion, you could progress onto our Level 3 sports courses.
Level 2 Extended Certificate General Sport
If you’re looking to transition to Level 3 study but don't have the grades to do so straight from school, our Level 2 sports course is for you. Our students learn through a mix of theoretical and practical sessions, including trips and work experience, to gain an understanding of the competitive sports industries. On successful completion, you could progress onto our Level 3 sports courses.
Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport (Sport and Exercise Science)
This course is the ideal launchpad for a career in sports science or sports therapy. Students on this course learn through a blend of academic and practical learning and undertake scientific research. Gain experience
using our world-class sports facilities.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Sport (Rugby)
Develop your rugby performance and gain an understanding in all aspects of high performance rugby, from coaching to business. Enhance your knowledge and understanding of training techniques that can be applied to your personal development or as a sports leader. Reflect on your own performance and be equipped to develop as a player.
Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport (Rugby)
Develop your own rugby skills and performance, alongside the study of coaching and training. Gain valuable insight into techniques for a range of rugby populations, from young children to elite professional players. We will give you all the tools needed to examine your own play and team play, ensuring you improve and develop as a player throughout your time with us.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Sport (Golf)
This course is designed to give you a strong grounding in all aspects of sport, with particular emphasis on performance and excellence in golf. A mixture of theoretical and practical teaching, combined with our excellent on-site sports facilities will allow you to put into practice what you learn in the classroom. To study this course you must have an official golf handicap.
Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport (Golf)
Develop your understanding of the world of professional golfers and improve your golfing performance. You’ll learn through classroom based and practical sessions, and spend one day a week participating in practical golf sessions at a local golf course. Benefit from access to a golf driving range on campus, swing studio, artificial putting green, and bunkered short game area, as well as specialist coaching. To study this course you must have an official golf handicap.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Sport (Football)
Gain a grounding in all aspects of sport, with emphasis on performance and excellence in football. Develop your knowledge of football training techniques for a range of players, from children to professionals. You’ll examine your own game to ensure you improve as a player.
Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport (Football)
Gain a grounding in all aspects of sport, with emphasis on performance and excellence in football. Develop your knowledge of football training techniques for a range of players, from children to professionals. You’ll examine your own game to ensure you improve as a player.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma Sport (Fitness)
Kick-start your career as a fitness instructor or personal trainer with this course. Our students learn through classroom and fitness based practical sessions, mainly in our cross training gym. Gain first-hand experience of the fitness industry through your work placements and start building your network of contacts.
Ready to apply?
Places at our Ofsted Outstanding college are competitive, so we recommend submitting your application as early as possible.
Prospective students don't need to have attended an open day to submit an application and can apply beforehand with no financial or any other obligations.
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