Examining Board: Pearson (Edexcel)
A two-year part-time and full-time course providing in-depth study of the sports sector. Supports progression to higher education and employment.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport
Equivalent in size to one A Level.
4 units of which 3 are mandatory and 2 are external (examination/assessment).
Mandatory content (83%). External assessment (67%).
A broad basis of study for the sport sector. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels.
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport
Equivalent in size to two A Levels.
9 units of which 6 are mandatory and 3 are external (examination/assessment).
Mandatory content (75%). External assessment (45%).
This is intended as an Applied General qualification, equivalent in size to two A Levels. It has been designed as part of a two-year programme, normally in conjunction with one or more qualifications at Level 3. This qualification is aimed at learners looking to progress to higher education in this sector.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport
Equivalent in size to three A Levels.
14 units of which 10 are mandatory and 4 are external (examination/assessment).
Mandatory content (78%). External assessment (42%).
This is intended as an Applied General qualification, equivalent in size to three A Levels. It is a two-year, full-time course that meets entry requirements in its own right for learners who want to progress to higher education courses in sport before entering employment.
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