This qualification covers a range of units to develop the skills required to progress directly into employment or higher education courses but allows students the opportunity to specialise in football.
Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport (Football Specialism route available)
- STRODE'S COLLEGE
- LEVEL 3
Course Overview
Course Code
FF3NSPO4S1
End Date
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Entry Requirements
For BTEC Level 3 courses students must have a minimum of 4 GSCEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) which may include 1 BTEC and either GCSE English or GCSE Maths at grad...
For BTEC Level 3 courses students must have a minimum of 4 GSCEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) which may include 1 BTEC and either GCSE English or GCSE Maths at grade 4 as appropriate for chosen courses. Specific entry requirements: Grade 4 in GCSE Maths or GCSE English and a Merit in BTEC Level 2 Sport or a Grade 4 in GCSE PE if taken
Course Code
FF3NSPO4S1
End Date
Fri, 25 Jun 2027
Entry Requirements
For BTEC Level 3 courses students must have a minimum of 4 GSCEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) which may include 1 BTEC and either GCSE English or GCSE Maths at grad...
For BTEC Level 3 courses students must have a minimum of 4 GSCEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) which may include 1 BTEC and either GCSE English or GCSE Maths at grade 4 as appropriate for chosen courses. Specific entry requirements: Grade 4 in GCSE Maths or GCSE English and a Merit in BTEC Level 2 Sport or a Grade 4 in GCSE PE if taken
Course information
2 Years
The majority of units are internally assessed in a range of types and styles adapted to suit the qualification. These may include written reports, presentations, journals/logs etc. On the Extended Diploma, learners will undergo an externally set Research Project.
Level 3 EDEXCEL BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport
During your two years of study you will undertake a work placement. You will also hear from a variety of industry speakers, visit careers’ fairs and attend workshops, trips and visits.
University, career or an apprenticeship
Level 3
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