Message from Stu Garry, Head of Physical Education
If sport and physical fitness are your passion, look no further than the PE department at Barrow Hall College. Our team is made up of enthusiastic and passionate teachers who are determined to bring out your full potential. The department facilities provide the opportunity for students to complete a BTEC in Sport, with units selected to develop a broad range of knowledge, giving you the best opportunities for future progression. You will have the chance to be assessed both theoretically and practically demonstrating your many talents.
We are proud of our students’ recent achievements with many going on to study Sport and Physiology at university, and others excelling within the sport and leisure industry.
Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities with our 3G and new sports hall. As a department we passionately understand the importance sport holds within society and would welcome the opportunity to further develop your enthusiasm, knowledge and understanding in these areas.
BTEC Extended Certificate in Sport
Exam Board:
Pearson
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 5 grade 4s at GCSE including English Language.
What will I study?
Compulsory units include Anatomy and Physiology, Fitness Training and Programming for Health and Sport and Well-being. Optional units will be chosen to best suit the needs of our students.
How will I be assessed?
A mixture of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed examination.
What will it lead to?
You may go on to study a sport related degree at university and future careers may include sports coach; nutritionist; physiotherapist or fitness centre manager.