Sport & Physical Activity (Applied)

Course Specification

OCR Sport and Physical Activity Level 3 Extended Certificate / Diploma Sports (Sports Coaching Route)

Subject Specific Entry Requirements

A deep rooted interest in sport and physical activity both theoretically and practically.

Existing practical ability in a team and an individual sport or a willingness to actively improve in two sports. A grade 4 or equivalent in a key stage 4 PE course or science is a must

Costs Associated with this Course

We will be accessing some trips associated with the outdoor adventurous activities aspects of the course which will incur a cost. Examples may be Go Ape, or a day trip to high adventure

PLEASE NOTE:

As you are likely aware, the Government is delaying decisions regarding the accreditation of courses until December 2024 (at the earliest).

This may impact the double award (Diploma) accreditation. We will provide further information on this in due course.

Are you/do you…

- enjoy learning about sport and exercise?

- want to learn how the body responds to exercise?

- want to improve your leadership skills and apply these skills to a variety of situations?

- enjoy working with young people with regards the leading of coaching sessions?

- take part in regular activity/sport outside of school

- a good communicator?

- enjoy working in a practical environment?

-organised and motivated to meet coursework deadlines

Qualification structure/details of assessment

The Cambridge Technical in Sport and Physical Activity is a vocational unit based course. You will be assessed using a variety of methods, including formal exams, projects, case studies and practical assessment.

Extended Certificate - this is the equivalent to one A Level. This route contains the following units: Body Systems (external exam), Sports Coaching, Practical Sports, Sports Development (external exam) and Performance Analysis.

As part of the course you will be expected to coach/lead younger students in school as well as organising events that support sport and activity at BGS.

Over the two years you will complete two examination units and 3 coursework units. Practically you will need to be able to produce video evidence in a team sport and individual sport of your choice, along with being assessed as a sports official. All coursework units are marked internally, before being moderated externally. The type of work for the coursework units varies, and could include presentations, written work and practical work.

How will this course support my future plans?

This course develops skills that are important for employment and higher education both within and outside of the sports sector. You will develop your leadership skills, communication skills and time management. If you are considering a Sports related course at University this is the course for you. Many students go on to Higher Education, following routes such as Sport Coaching, Sports Development, Sports Science, Sports Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy. In addition, the variety included in the course would support a balanced set of post 16 qualifications.

For more information on the course specifications click the link below:

https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-technicals/sport-and-physical-activity/#level-3