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Course Description: Assessment: Students’ Comments:
This is a course that includes both
written and practical elements. The
course offers students the chance to
study key areas of Sports Science linked
to fitness, health, injury and
performance as well as the science of
training and application of training
principles. Four units are studied;
Reducing the risk of sports injuries
Applying the principles of Training
Sports Nutrition
Technology in Sport
This course will help you to;
Be an effective participator in
sport.
Work effectively as a team
member.
Be an independent learner who
can work out problems by
themselves.
Improve your self-discipline.
Be a creative thinker and ask
questions to extend your
knowledge.
Be able to reflect on your own
strengths and limitations.
Look at the sports industry as a
whole, not just from a sports
performer’s point of view.
You will be marked on coursework
that is marked internally then
moderated externally. You will sit an
externally assessed exam for one of
the units.
Overall mark scheme:
COURSEWORK -75%
Applying the principles of Training (60
marks available)
Sports Nutrition (60 marks available)
Technology in Sport (60 marks available)
EXAM – 25%
Reducing the risk of sports injuries (60
marks available)
“I enjoyed doing the fitness tests and making a training programme for a friend to do.”
Sport staff: Mr D Hildreth (HOD) Mr L Bullock Mrs M Allott Miss L Sims
Future Prospects/Career Options:
Professional sport
Sports coaching
Fitness instructor
Lifesaving
PE Teaching
Physiotherapy
Sports journalism
Sports photography
Sports psychologist
Sports dietician
Further course information:
This course is an appropriate gateway to study a Level 3 course or AS/A Level in Sport/PE.
The Cambridge National qualifications are accepted by all 6th form colleges and universities.
SPORT
Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Science