Sport is an integral part of life at Brock, whether as part of the College curriculum or our within our extensive Sports Academy and non-competitive enrichment programmes.
If you love sport and want to make it your career, or you are a talented athlete and want to enhance your own ability while undertaking academic study, then Brock could be the place for you to develop your skills. We have a diverse range of A level and vocational sports courses at all levels, which give students the opportunity to learn sport in a practical and applied environment while our Academy allows students to continue with their academic studies and improve their performance on the pitch.
6SAPED AS/A level Physical Education
This course is designed for well-motivated students who have an interest in expanding their knowledge in all aspects of sport. Students may progress to degree courses at university or for those who wish to go into employment. It provides an understanding for not only the importance of exercise and activity to their personal, social and mental health and well-being; but also for improving their sports performance.
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6ASEF Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (Football)
This Level 3 apprenticeship lasts 2 years and enables you to develop skills and knowledge to perform at the highest level with the goal of becoming a professional footballer. Teaching methods vary but centre around classroom based activity or practical work with fellow students. You do coursework assignments for BTEC qualifications and build portfolios of evidence for the key skills and NVQ. You complete multiple choice exams, written case studies, practical assessments, portfolio assessment and regular homework assignments.
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6ASEG Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (Golf)
This Level 3 apprenticeship lasts 2 years and enables you to develop skills and knowledge to perform at the highest level with the goal of becoming a golf professional. Teaching methods vary but centre around classroom based activity or practical work with fellow students. You do coursework assignments for BTEC qualifications and build portfolios of evidence for the key skills and NVQ qualifications. You complete multiple choice exams, written case studies, practical assessment, portfolio assessment and regular homework assignments.
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6C2DS EDEXCEL Level 2 BTEC Diploma – Sport
This practical work-related course introduces you to the sports industry. You will take the following compulsory units: The Sports Industry, Health, Safety and Injury and Preparation for Sport, together with three optional units. These will be The Body in Sport, The Sports Performer and Sports Leadership Skills. A number of the units are supported through residential visits to eg leisure centres and Alton Towers. Assessment is continuous based on assignment work for each unit.
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6C3DSE EDEXCEL Level 3 BTEC Diploma - Sport & Exercise Science
The BTEC National in Sport & Exercise Sciences is a specialist work related course developed for employment in coaching, teaching, instructing, operations & development recreation laboratory technicians & working in education.
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6C3EDSE EDEXCEL Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma - Sport &
This is a specialist work related course developed for employment in coaching, teaching, instructing, operations and development recreation or working in education. The Certificate consists of 12 units and the Diploma 18 units. You will learn through classroom lectures, group discussion and occasional practical demonstrations. The course is assessed by assignment and portfolio building that may be taken on to employment or further study. There are 2 externally assessed units. Additional qualifications are built into the course as well as work experience.
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6C3EDSO EDEXCEL Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma - Sport (Outdoor Education/Adventure)
This specialist course prepares you for employment in Outdoor Education and allied fields, Recreation and Development Training. It consists of six core units plus 12 specialist units. You will learn through classroom lectures, group discussion and extensive practical experience outdoors. The course is assessed through assignment and portfolio building that may be taken on to employment or further study. There are 2 externally assessed units. There may be opportunities to obtain National Governing Body awards in Archery, First Aid, NARS Pool Lifeguard, Canoeing, Kayaking, Powerboating, Mountaineering, Wind Surfing, Mountain Biking and Sailing.
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6C3DSP EDEXCEL Level 3 BTEC Diploma - Sport (Performance & Excellence)
This course is a specialist work related course developed to prepare for employment in sport, recreation, allied occupations in coaching, teaching or instructing.
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6C3EDSP EDEXCEL Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma - Sport (Performance & Excellence)
This is a specialist work related course developed to prepare for employment in sport, recreation and allied occupations in coaching, teaching or instructing. The Diploma consists of 18 units and the Certificate 12 units. You will learn through classroom lectures and group discussion with occasional practical applications. The course is assessed through assignment and portfolio building that may be taken on to employment or further study. Additional qualifications are built into the course as well as work experience.
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6SN3A Leisure Management NVQ3
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6C2DEF Level 2 Diploma in Exercise & Fitness
This course covers units including Gym Instructor, Exercise to Music, Circuit Training, Studio Resistance Training, Group Indoor Cycling, Instructing Health Related Fitness for Children, Technical Certificate in Working in the Leisure Industry, Outdoor Training, Nutrition, Customer Service and Client Lifestyle and Fitness Assessment. You must be keen to follow a career in Fitness Instructing or Exercise Class Instructing and should be a fitness enthusiast. Assessment methods are varied, but include planning, teaching and evaluating practical sessions, case studies, exams, worksheets and oral vivas.
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6C3DEF Level 3 Diploma in Exercise & Fitness
This new Diploma enables students to gain a range of Level 3 Exercise and Fitness qualifications including Advanced Gym Instructor, Client Lifestyle and Fitness Assessment, Nutrition, Training in Different Environments, Business and Marketing, Sports Conditioning, Client Retention, Exercise and Fitness for Disabled People, Ante and Post Natal Fitness, and Sports Massage. You must be keen to follow a career in Personal Training and Sports Massage and should be a fitness enthusiast. Assessment methods for the course are varied, but include planning, teaching and evaluating practical sessions, case studies, exams, worksheets and oral vivas.
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6SN2A NVQ 2 Sport, Recreation & Allied Occupations: Activity Leadership - Aim version
This course is ideal if you wish to start a career in outdoor adventure activity centres or sports coaching in leisure centres. It focuses on preparing and running activities an outdoor activities centre. You will also take qualificaitons in personal development for the outdoor industry, working with children and first aid. You will prepare for awards such as canoeing, walking group leader, high ropes instructor and mountain bike instructor. Assessment is by maintenance of a logbook and portfolio of evidence and completion of a block of work experience.
6SSLA Sports Leader Awards (Enrichment)
Aimed at students who have an interest in sports coaching, teaching or leadership, this course will teach you how to plan, organise and lead sports activities in a range of sports. There will be the opportunity to achieve a First Aid qualification and you may be able to work towards coaching awards in sports such as basketball, rugby, football and netball. Learning is through practical sessions supported by theory sessions.
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