BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science (Year 1 of 2 Extended Diploma)

Aimed at learners seeking an academically rigorous grounding in sport and exercise science, this BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma covers functional anatomy, applied sport and exercise psychology, specialised fitness testing, coaching for performance and fitness, and applied research methods, plus one optional unit. Delivered at Kingston College's Kingston Hall Road Centre, it balances scientific theory with practical work and builds transferable skills in teamwork, leadership and communication. It is designed for those aspiring to university study or employment in areas such as sports coaching, gym instructing or sports therapy.

The course is delivered full-time in the classroom at Kingston upon Thames, running for one year and starting September 2026. Assessment combines two externally assessed exam units with four internally assessed coursework units. The qualification is equivalent to 1.5 A Levels and is the first year of the two-year BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science, with progression to Year 2 offering up to 168 UCAS points. The course is delivered by Kingston College, part of the South Thames Colleges Group.