Sport and Human Science A-Level Pathway
Core
Biology
Psychology
SUBJECT COMBINATION POSSIBILITIES
BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching and Development
Business
Sociology
Geography
These are just some of the recommended subjects, but other combinations are also available.
Additional Study Skills
EPQ
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)is a largely self-directed research project into a topic of the student’s choice. You will develop your study skills as you plan, research and develop your idea, creating either a research assignment, a product or an activity (e.g.,an event)as your final piece. The EPQ may also count towards UCAS points.
Core Maths
Core Maths is an exciting course which will help you to use maths in a range of ‘real world’ contexts to prepare for success in your studies, future care and life.
This one-year course will develop your mathematical skills and thinking appropriate for a Level 3 qualification. You will become more confident and competent in using maths and the qualification will be considered for UCAS points if you are planning to study at university in the future.
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
Work experience examples (skills, sector, employers) e.g.,Coaching younger age groups in your chosen sport, getting a coaching award in a specific sport, getting a refereeing qualification and working as a referee, helping at after-school clubs or holiday kids clubs in your community, or your old school. Employers could be the City Council, Health Clubs, Sport Physiotherapists, Education and Hospitals.
Internal and External opportunities:
Young Enterprise ChallengeSummer Schools,such as the Sutton TrustPart time work –e.g.,LifeguardWorking at summer camps can be a great way to get experience and can grow into a more long-term career.
Look at https://www.ucas.com/alternatives/gap-year/gap-years-ideas-and-things-think-about
Skills built from studying these subjects:
These are just some examples ….
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Motivating Others
- Organisation
- Time Management
Example Career Pathways
These are just some examples
Health and Social Care
NutritionistChild Welfare WorkerFamily MediatorGeneticsClinical ResearchSocial WorkPhysiotherapistSports Therapist
Education
CoachingTeaching in SchoolsCommunity Club CoachPerformance Sport
Development
Promoting Sport for Governing Bodies (e.g.,the FA)Local Authorities or for Health Promotion
Outdoor
Abroad or in theUK:-Holiday Parks Country ParksWorking with Groups such as: -Schools SEND or Young Offenders
Personal Trainer
Self-Employed in Private GymsNHSEmployed by GymsWorking with Specific Groups
Specialist Careers Information
Next Steps
There are opportunities for working in sport at different levels.This can be at apprenticeship level or via several options at Higher Education.Self-employment and entry level employment roles are available.
University
- Sport and Exercise Science
- BEd in Teaching
- Physiotherapy
- Nutrition
- Psycholog
Specialist University Information
Apprenticeship
- Customer Service
- Gym Instructor
- Health Care Assistant
- Laboratory Scientist
- Teaching Assistant
