SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

At Worthing College you can study Sport and Physical Education from A Level PE to BTEC Sport and BTEC Sport & Exercise Science – practical, career-focused courses with access to Worthing College’s dedicated Academy of Sport.

Whether you want to go to university to study Sport Science, train as a physiotherapist or PE teacher, or work as a coach, personal trainer or fitness professional, we have the right course and the facilities to support you.

Worthing College is located on Sanditon Way, Worthing, and welcomes students from across West Sussex.

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Study Sport & Physical Education at Worthing College

Whether you want to study A Level PE, BTEC Sport or Sport & Exercise Science – and train in our Academy of Sport – you’re in the right place.

SUPPORTING YOUR STUDIES

If you’re looking for a college course taught with more personalised teaching, Worthing College may be the place for you.

Practical Activities

Along with traditional lessons, discussion and case studies, there is a strong emphasis on practical activities across all sport courses. A Level PE students are required to demonstrate their practical performance in a chosen sport. BTEC Sport students undertake a range of practical and applied assessments using Worthing College’s modern sports facilities.

1:1 Support

Expert teachers provide 1:1 support throughout your course, with extra sessions available outside of lesson time. Sport and PE students also benefit from performance feedback, coaching sessions and access to sports analysis resources.

Modern Campus

Worthing College is well-equipped with modern sports facilities including a sports hall, fitness suite and outdoor areas, alongside new classrooms and specialist resources to support your studies.

Our Academies

Worthing College is home to the Academy of Sport – a dedicated programme for students who want to combine high-level sporting performance with their academic studies. The Academy supports student athletes across a range of sports, providing specialist coaching, performance monitoring and a structured training programme alongside your timetabled course.

If you’re a serious athlete looking to develop your performance while studying, explore the Academy of Sport.

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OUR FACILITIES

At Worthing College’s modern campus, you will have access to the resources and equipment needed to support your studies and prepare for your placement.

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Sport & Physical Education Courses at Worthing College

Not sure which route is right for you? Visit us at an open day or speak to our admissions team.

A Level Physical Education (AQA)

2-year A Level combining theoretical study with practical performance in a chosen sport.

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BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport

Full-time vocational qualification with continuous assessment across sport performance, coaching and exercise science.

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BTEC Level 3 Sport & Exercise Science

Focuses on the science behind sport and physical performance, including anatomy, physiology and psychology.

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Careers in Sport & Physical Education

A qualification in Sport or Physical Education opens doors to a wide range of careers in the sport and health sector. Students who have studied Sport and PE at Worthing College have progressed to degrees in Sport Science, Exercise Science, Physiotherapy, Sports Coaching, Nutrition, Physical Education and Health & Fitness at universities including the University of Brighton, University of Sussex and the University of Portsmouth.

Career paths include: PE teacher, sports coach, personal trainer, physiotherapist, sport scientist, fitness instructor, sports analyst, sports administrator and exercise referral specialist. A Level PE and BTEC Sport also support entry to degree apprenticeships in sport, health and wellbeing.

WORTHING COLLEGE

Worthing College is located on Sanditon Way, Worthing, BN14 0HA – a short walk from Worthing train station and served by Stagecoach bus routes from Lancing, Goring, Ferring, Littlehampton and Shoreham. Our sport students benefit from dedicated facilities and access to the Worthing College Academy of Sport. We welcome students from across West Sussex. Visit one of our open days to see the facilities and meet the Sport and PE team.

Address

Worthing College
1 Sanditon Way
Worthing
BN14 9FD

Contact

Reception:
01903 275755
Email:
info@worthing.ac.uk