Why study Sport BTEC?
Which sports person is more likely to be successful in their field, an athlete from the 1950s or from the current age? For example, if Pele was to play Football in the modern era would he be as successful?
Have factors in the game itself changed so dramatically that the ‘level’ of World Class sports performers has changed? Who is the best sports coach in the world? What coaching skills and abilities make this leader stand out in their sporting successes? How can we measure the impact coaches have on their teams/ players? What is it they do that makes them successful? How do we acquire skills in sport? How can you learn skills in Sports faster? What is the optimum age for acquiring skills in sports?
Where can Sport BTEC take me next?
Sport BTEC is essential or highly desirable for many sports degrees, including Sports, Physical Education, Strength & Conditioning and Physiotherapy.
Recent Destination for Longsands Sport BTEC Scholars:
- University of Hertfordshire – Sports Therapy
- University of Bedfordshire – Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Key Information
BTEC:
Single/Double/Triple
Assessment:
Single: 4 units of work – 2 internally assessed, 2 externally assessed
Double: 9 units of work – 6 internally assessed, 3 externally assessed
Triple: 14 units of work – 10 internally assessed, 4 externally assessed
Entry Requirements:
Merit in Sport BTEC or 4 in Physical Education
Enrichment
The PE Department organises university Sports Science lab visits. They also work with local sporting businesses and invite guest speakers.