BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Sport

Aimed at 16–18 year olds looking to take their first step into the sport and leisure industry, this BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma covers units including taking part in sport activities, how the body works, working in sport, and exercise and fitness. The programme combines class-based study with practical sport activities, and can be taken alongside the Education and Football Development Centre run by Wealdstone FC Academy, which incorporates structured football training and participation in the British Colleges Sport League and ECFA London.

Delivered full time at Harrow College's Harrow on the Hill Campus, the course runs Monday to Friday and lasts one year, starting September 2026. Students are assessed through practical performance and a portfolio of work. There are no formal entry requirements, though applicants should be working at Entry Level 3 or above in English and maths. Successful completion can lead to progression onto a Level 2 sports course.