Loughborough College provides a flexible and bespoke Level 2 and Level 3 sport programme to support talented performers on a dual career pathway.
We offer a varied range of study models to enable learners to work towards the following qualifications:
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Loughborough College work with partners to develop the curriculum to meet the needs of performers.
& SKILLS
Provide opportunities to develop knowledge and skills needed to excel within sport.
EDUCATION
Bespoke education programmes shaped around the performers needs, such as enabling learning throughout the year to help spread learning around key sporting commitments.
QUALIFICATION
Deliver the Pearson BTEC Level 3 in Sporting Excellence and Performance, a unique qualification designed for elite performers where appropriate .
PROGRESSION
tProvides the underpinning knowledge and understanding a performer requires to help progress into employment in the elite sport industry and further/higher education studies.
FLEXIBLE LEARNING BTEC PROGRAMME
This programme is for individual elite performers that have a heavy training and competition programme.
The BTEC online programme comes in two models – full or partial distance learning. Designed for performers who train and compete away from Loughborough College main campus.
Performers are allocated with a personal tutor, who have experience of competing/working within elite sport, who they engage with on a weekly basis for tutorials and taught sessions. This is done online and facilitated through use of technology and online platforms for materials/resources.
The model also enables performers to come into Loughborough College for face to face or intensive study periods outside of their training and competition schedule.
Learners can choose different course sizes to meet their future progression needs.
Study Models:
| MODEL | FULL TIME EDUCATION | BLENDED FULL TIME EDUCATION | FLEXIBLE/REMOTE LEARNING EDUCATION | OVERSEAS FULL TIME/PART TIME RESIDENTIAL EDUCATION AND COACHING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOCATION | LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE/PARTNERS LOCATIONS | LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE | CAN BE BASED ANYWHERE | BEST CENTRE, COLONIA SANT JORDI, MAJORCA |
| MAIN PROGRAMME | ||||
| Level 2 OCR Technical in Sport | ||||
| Pearson BTEC Level 3 in Sporting Excellence and Performance | ||||
| Pearson BTEC Level 3 in Sports Coaching and Development | ||||
| Maths and English GCSE or Equivalent | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Timescale | Approx. 15hrs (3 -4 days per week) | Approx. 6-12 hrs per week | Varies | Approx. 17-16 hrs per week |
| Delivery type | Predominantly classroom based taught programme - academic term time | Mix of classroom based taught sessions and online learning to allow flexibility. May include year-round learning to allow reduced hours/greater flexibility | Mix of live online taught sessions and online learning to allow flexibility. May include year-round learning to allow reduced hours/greater flexibility | Classroom based taught programme |
| Suitability | Individuals based in Loughborough/at partners with regular training programmes and limited periods away for training and competition. Accommodation is available for onsite learners and there is flexibility with timetables | Individuals based in Loughborough with high training and competition demands. Accommodation is available and there is flexibility with timetables | Individuals based anywhere in UK. Small group/1:1 tuition and so flexibility on when lessons can take place | Athletes who want the benefit of the climate, facilities and coaching that the Best Centre provides |
| Progression routes | Level 2 progression routes are to Level 3 study, as per above Level 3 progression routes included blended degree/Higher Education programmes, as per Elite Sport Dual Career Pathway | |||
Flexibilty can be provided to include:
- Typical study duration and hours per week
- Start and end dates
- Year round learning
Allows flexibility to adapt study models when required (such as through injury or as part of an exit and transition programme from elite sport squads/programmes)
Level 3 BTEC Sport (Sporting Excellence and Performance)
This qualification is intended for those learners who are training or affiliated to a National Governing Body or have contractual links with a professional sports body. The learner must be involved in regular organised competitive sport with the intended purpose of progression into employment as an elite performer or in elite performance.
KEY FACTS- Level 2 Full time or part time over 2-3 years
- Dates: ongoing throughout the year
- Different sized qualifications available to suit needs
- Level 3
- Awarding body Pearson Education Ltd
The course consists of units including:
- Professional Sports Performer
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Professional Performance
- Nutrition for Physical Performance
- Psychology for Professional Sports Performance
- Research Project
- Careers in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry
- Health, Wellbeing and Sport
You will be able to fulfil your training and competition commitments as well as completing an education programme in a truly bespoke way. The underpinning knowledge and skills acquired through the course will help you understand what it takes to become an elite performer.
entry requirementsFive GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths. Mature students will be considered based on their previous qualifications and/or relevant work experience.
progression opportunitiesUpon successful completion of the Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport qualification, you will have the equivalent of three A Levels, providing opportunities for progression into:
- Employment in elite performance or as an elite performer
- American Scholarships
- Higher Education course or another vocational qualification at Loughborough College or elsewhere.
