Level 3 in Sport and Physical Activity Programme

Hull College

Queen's Gardens, Wilberforce Drive, Hull, HU1 3DG

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)

Level 3

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Costello Stadium

2 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

The sports industry offers a wide range of career opportunities, with growing demand for qualified professionals. This Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity programme is designed for you if you want to develop your skills as a coach or instructor, explore sports science, or progress to higher education in a sport-related subject.

You’ll take part in a wide range of physical activities while developing coaching and instructional skills. You’ll analyse data, fitness test clients, and design training programmes to improve health and performance. By integrating sports theory with practical application, you’ll gain insight into specialist career pathways or build the academic foundation needed for higher education.

You’ll also study areas such as sports injuries, sports massage, and psychology in sport, ensuring a broad understanding of the sector and strong progression opportunities. Additional qualifications are available to enhance your employability, including Emergency First Aid at Work and a Level 3 Sports Leaders UK qualification in Sports Leadership.

Course Details

Course Highlights:

Practical, industry-focused sport programme
Development of coaching and fitness instruction skills
Applied sports science and fitness testing
Additional qualifications to boost employability
Strong preparation for employment or higher education
Wide range of progression opportunities within sport

Course Units:

• Coaching and leadership in sport

• Fitness testing and programme design

• Sports injuries and sports massage

• Psychology in sport

• Sports science and performance analysis

• Health, fitness, and wellbeing

How will it be delivered and assessed?

This is a full-time programme combining practical sport sessions, classroom-based learning, applied assessments, and independent study. Teaching focuses on linking theory to real sporting environments.

Entry requirements

4 x GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English.

Your next steps...

On successful completion, you can progress into employment within the sports industry in roles such as sports coach, fitness instructor, personal trainer, or sports development assistant. The course also prepares you for progression to higher education in sport, physical activity, or sports science-related degree programmes.

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