NCFE Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity

We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other this will include attendance. This is to ensure we can support to be able to achieve well on the course. Applicants with 85% or below attendance will have been deemed not to have met this criteria. All applicants are given an opportunity to discuss any evidence- based mitigating circumstances that may have affected the reference / school report.

For admission on to the Extended Certificate or Diploma pathway (2x A-level equivalent over two years)

4 x GCSE's at C/4 or above, or a Level 2 Certificate / Extended Certificate or above, at Merit or above, in a relevant subject.

You will have gained either English and/or maths at GCSE 4/C or above or L2 Functional skills.

For admission on to the Extended Diploma pathway (3x A-level equivalent over two years)

4 x GCSE's at C/4 or above, or a Level 2 Certificate / Extended Certificate or above, at Merit or above, in a relevant subject. Including English and maths GSCE at C/4 or above or Functional skills Level 2 in English and maths.

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

You can progress within the college onto the following courses:

• YMCA L2 Gym - L3 Certificate in Personal Training
• L3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sports

Extended Diplomas are valued by Universities and employers. You could progress on to study a Higher National Certificate, Higher National Diploma, Degree, or go directly into employment.

There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education.

During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

You will also have access to our multi million pound gym facilities during your sessions: Pulse Gym You can contact the Sport and Public Services team by email: email the team You can also visit our Sports & Public Services Facebook page, please click here: Facebook 100% attendance and punctuality is expected from all students. Due to the popular nature of these courses, we are unable to offer firm progression to all of our students. The limited places are offered on the basis of attendance, punctuality, attitude and achievement. These qualities must be demonstrated throughout the programme.

All units are assessed and graded Pass - Merit and Distinction and overall grade for the qualification is awarded at the end.