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"The Sport course is extremely interesting. During the course, you get the chance to learn about the different elements that come with sport. This includes topics from leadership and communication in sport to the different types of fitness training methods and how each one affects an individual. I really enjoyed getting to look at a variety of sports and how they are alike and how they differ. Assessment are done with a mixture of written coursework and exams which worked well for me. Finally, you get to take part in fun practical lessons which is good for a visual approach to some topics and these are some of the reasons why I really enjoyed taking part in this course".
What is Cambridge national sport?
What is Cambridge national sport?
Course Description
The Cambridge National in Sport Science will encourage students to think for themselves about the scientific world of sport whilst putting those theories and concepts into practice in both theoretical and practical sport situations. It has been designed to develop students’ knowledge, understanding and practical skills that can be used in the Exercise, Physical Activity, Sport and Health sector.
You may be interested in this course if you want an engaging qualification where you will use your learning in practical, real-life situations, such as:
Understanding how to prevent and treat sporting injuries.
Understanding how different medical conditions can affect sports performance.
Applying the principles of training to fitness and skills development for sporting activities.
Understanding how to apply knowledge of good nutrition to improve sporting performance.
Understanding how the body systems change and develop in response to physical training.
Understanding how technology can assist in measuring the changes in your body during physical training.
The Cambridge National in Sport Science is equivalent to a GCSE and is graded at either Pass at Level 1, Merit at Level 1, Distinction at Level 1, Pass at Level 2, Merit at Level 2, Distinction at Level 2, Distinction* at Level 2.
Course Structure
The course comprises of three units:
R180: Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions
Externally assessed exam 1 hour 15 minutes, 70 marks
Section A- 25 marks, MCQ style questions and a number of short to medium response answers
Section B- 45 marks, context based questions, short/ medium answer questions, extended response analysis and evaluation questions
R181: Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance
NEA coursework unit of 5 tasks
Centre assessed and OCR moderated
80 marks
R183: Nutrition and sports performance
NEA coursework unit of 4 tasks
Centre assessed and OCR moderated
40 marks
Careers in Sport
Professional athlete
Sports agent or manager
Sports marketing & advertising
Sponsorship
Events management
PR & Media
Sports broadcaster/commentator
Sports journalist
PE teacher or lecturer
Sports coach
Personal trainer
Sports development
Outdoor pursuit or national parks manager
Nutritionist
Qualification: OCR Level 1/Level 2 Cambridge National in Sport Science (J828)
Further information: Cambridge Nationals - Sport Science Level 1/Level 2 – J828 – OCR
Curriculum Leader: Sarah Beecham
Sport was one of the many options I had thought of choosing as I transitioned into year 10. Sport is a very good alternative to GCSE PE if the GCSE doesn't suit you, and you work on very similar topics. Sport was an amazing subject for me to pick, as it gives me an active and academic side of PE. Throughout my two years with the subject, I have learnt a lot and it has given me confidence in whatever path I take regarding sports diploma/Pe. My favourite aspect was the practical sport and learning how what we learnt in the classroom applied to performance in sports. It looks at sport in more detail and made me think much deeper about the technical side of every skill. This is one of the many parts of the course and I have enjoyed every one.
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