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Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Exercise ScienceApply Now »
Location: Broomfield Hall
Years: 2
Interview: Y
Course Summary
Entry requirements
You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English Language at grade 5 and Maths at grade 5.
It is advised that all candidates should have some existing links to sports teams, clubs or associations. The course requires students to develop their coaching skills and therefore there is an expectation that all students will be motivated to deliver and take part in practical sessions - both in and out of the College environment - with a range of clients.
Course Content
In Year 1, candidates will study four units:
- Functional Anatomy
- Coaching for Performance and Fitness
- Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Specialised Fitness Training
In Year 2, candidates will study four units:
- Sport and Exercise Physiology
- Field and Laboratory-based Fitness Testing
- Applied Research Methods
- Sports Massage
How will I be assessed?
There will be ongoing assessment throughout the year. Each unit will be split into a number of assignments and assessed against the unit content. These assessments will be graded on a Pass, Merit or Distinction basis.
Assessments will be a mixture of presentations, reports, practicals and essays, and will form your portfolio of evidence.
In Year 1 Functional Anatomy is assessed via an externally set exam and Psychology is an externally set synoptic assessment.
In Year 2 Sport and Exercise Physiology involves an externally set exam.
Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required?
There are no additional costs.
In order to access facilities, there may be a requirement for students to travel to Broomfield Hall. This may result in an additional transport cost for these sessions.
Students are expected to wear black tops (T-shirts, jumpers, hoodies etc) when in class and when representing the sports department during coaching sessions. Students are free to wear what they choose on their lower half, providing it is suitable for the activity being undertaken.
There are DCG-branded options to purchase should students wish to do so. However, this is not mandatory: we merely expect compliance with our colour code.
If you also join one of our sports academies, you may be required to purchase an academy-specific uniform which is an additional cost set by that academy.
All students will benefit from having a tablet or laptop to aid them with their studies.
What can I do after this course?
Successful candidates may wish to go on to study Sport Coaching at DCG or different Sport degrees with other higher education providers.
Students may also wish to expand their knowledge and continue their studies for a third year by completing the Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science at Broomfield Hall.
Other courses that may be of interest are the:
- Level 3 Diploma in Sports Therapy
- Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instruction
- Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
- Level 2 Award in Understanding Nutrition, Performance and Healthy Eating
- FdA Sport Coaching
Did you find the course information on this page useful?
Derby College offer sport, health and leisure facilities for public use. This includes fitness centre, sports hall and outdoor pitch hire plus lots more. Located at Broomfield Hall, Johnson Building and Mackworth.
Katy Morten
Ahead of the game in a sporting career
Ever since school, Katy Morten had set her heart on becoming a personal trainer.
By the age of just 21, she had already achieved her career goal – thanks to a sport apprenticeship programme run by Derbyshire Dales District Council in partnership with Derby College. Having secured a full-time job as an instructor at Bakewell Swimming Pool,
Katy particularly enjoys helping people to reach their goals – whether it be weight loss or training for a particular sporting event.
I knew I could get nationally recognised qualifications more quickly on an apprenticeship – and having lots of work experience in the industry under my belt would stand me in good stead when looking for employment. Plus, who could argue with being paid to learn? There’s a real feel-good factor to my job – just knowing you have helped someone improve their lifestyle and become happier with themselves.
