BTEC National Foundation Diploma Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science (Academies)

Course Code

EASEA-Y1

Course Level

Level 3

Study Mode

Full time

Start Date

07-Sep-2026

Course Type

School Leavers

Campus

Moulton

Course Duration

2 years

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This programme is most suited to students that are interested in sport science careers such as Sport Psychologists, Sport Therapists or Physiotherapists, Sport Scientists, Strength and Conditioning Coaches and Sports Performance Analysts.

This course will provide you with a balance of academic and practical learning, however it is important to note there is a significant amount of research involved in studying for this qualification, and the majority of learners will progress onto university and higher level study.

To complement your sports studies, we also run sports academies including athletics, basketball, cricket, football and rugby.

These are run in partnership with some fantastic organisations including Rushden & Diamonds Football Club, Titans Basketball Club, Northampton County Cricket Club and Coventry Rugby Club.

Academy members can access high quality coaching sessions, and work experience, with a nationally recognised vocational qualification achieved at the end of the course.

You will build on your understanding of functional anatomy and biomechanics, applying theory into practice.

Additionally, you will learn correct form during sports massages, as well as the impact of sports and injuries on the psychology of athletes.

The course is split into a variety of different units which allows for a wide level of knowledge to be obtained, while also providing learners with a multitude of opportunities onto different higher education courses and sport careers.

The current unit structure of the course is:

Year 1