Sport and Exercise Science Top-up
- HND
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Boston College Peter Paine Performance Centre
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
Develop your expertise and pursue a career in the sports and leisure industries with the Pearson BTEC Sport and Exercise Sciences HND Level 5. This course provides you with the practical skills, in-depth theoretical knowledge, and industry insight essential for success in this fast-paced and evolving sector. This career-focused qualification offers a strong foundation in key disciplines, including nutrition, physiology, psychology, and sports massage, among others. Blending hands-on experience with academic study, the course is ideal for those looking to launch a career in the sports industry or progress to a full honours degree.
With diverse teaching methods across multiple learning environments, including state-of-the-art human physiology and science laboratories, classrooms, sports fields, and sports halls, you will gain hands-on experience and effectively apply theoretical concepts in real-world scenarios.
The College maintains strong partnerships with local sporting organisations, offering students valuable networking opportunities, industry placements, and practical experience to enhance their career prospects.
Modules
Sports Massage
Exercise Physiology
Advanced Nutrition
Psychology for Performance
Applied Lifestyle Coaching
Advanced Coaching
Exercise Prescription
Technology in Sport
Research Project (Pearson Set)
Assessment method
Assessment is via practical observations, written reports, presentations, interviews, posters, video presentations, and group work.
The assessment of Pearson's Higher National qualifications are criterion-referenced and you will provide evidence in the form of assignments, which are assessed against the unit learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- 3507
- Institution code:
- B01
- Campus name:
- Boston College Peter Paine Performance Centre
- Campus Code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Successful completion of a Level 4 qualification in Sport, Fitness, Community Coaching, or a related subject is a requirement to study this course. You will also need a minimum of a grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English or its equivalent and the ability to demonstrate meaningful work experience.
Individual cases will be considered.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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