CTEC Sport and Physical Activity

Subject Leader: 
Miss E Stranger

Exam Board: 
OCR

Entry Requirements.
Grade 4 in GCSE PE or Level 2 Merit in BTEC Sport.

Specification

Why choose CTEC Sport.

Cambridge Technicals in Sport and Physical Activity provides students with practical opportunities within sport (such as coaching and organisation) to develop relevant core knowledge and skills. Sport is a high-profile and expanding industry and, in the UK, contributing over £20bn to the economy, sport now ranks within the top 15 sectors in the country, and its wider economic benefits mean it plays a huge part in our society. We aim to develop well-rounded sport students, to open many doors into different career progressions.

What you will study in CTEC Sport.

  • The Body Systems and Effects
  • Sports Coaching and Leadership
  • Practical Skills within Sport
  • Organisation of Sports Events
  • Sports Organisation and Development

How you will be assessed in CTEC Sport.

  • Two exam units (one in year 12 and one in year 13)
  • Two coursework units (one in year 12 and one in year 13)
  • One Practical unit that runs throughout the two years.

Progression and Careers linked to CTEC Sport.

University courses & careers in: (To study Sports Science at most Universities you will require a Science or Maths A Level also).

  • Sport Science
  • Physiotherapy
  • Performance Analysis
  • Sports Coaching
  • Sports Psychology
  • Biomechanics
  • Teaching
  • Personal Training
  • Sports Medicine
  • Sports Nutrition

Additional Information.

CTEC Sport opens many doors to the future. It compliments many other options and is a fascinating subject to learn. It draws focusses on coaching, leadership and sports development.

For more information, please contact Miss Stranger.