Contact : Miss E. Sussex

Examination Board & Code : EDEXCEL

Length of Course: One Year

 

 

What is BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport about?

A BTEC Level 2 Diploma is a practical, work-related course, this is the equivalent to four GCSEs at grade A-C.  Students learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.  It introduces learners to particular areas of employment and provides a good basis to go onto more advanced work-related qualifications.

 

Is this course for me?

The course is highly interactive with students taking on considerable responsibility for their own learning.  You will need to research and analyse topics to achieve your potential in this area.

  

What else do I need to know?

One of the units in the BTEC Level 2 Diploma will follow a work experience placement and pupils will be required to spend one week off site to do this placement. 

Finally the BTEC is a coursework only subject, there are no exams involved.  This does, however, mean that you will need to spend a significant amount of time completing work to a high standard.

 

What do other students say?

“I’m finding the BTEC course challenging because I’m learning many new things.”

“The BTEC course is good, very interesting and fun!”

 

Where could it lead?

With further training or study, learners may progress into a sport related career.  A BTEC Level 2 Diploma gives a good preparation for employment and more advanced courses such as the BTEC National Award, Certificate or Diploma in sport.

 

How is the course structured?

Unit Content

Assessment

This course requires a student to complete six units over a one year period. The course consists of two core units that provide a general foundation     and four specialist units which introduce learners to particular topics in more depth.  The two core units are: Fitness Testing and Training Practical Sport The other four units will be confirmed at the start of the course.  They may include practical sports, planning and leading sports activities, the sport industry, work experience etc..

The course is assessed by using pass, merit and distinction criteria.  At the end of the year the points are added up to give an overall grade