Sport with Salford RLFC Foundation

Vocational

Our BTEC Sport pathway offers the perfect blend of classroom learning and hands-on practical experience, helping you build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to progress into Higher Education or a career in the sport and fitness industry.

You’ll develop your practical ability using our outstanding sports facilities, including an all-weather 4G pitch, a dedicated sports performance laboratory and state-of-the-art fitness suites.

If you’re passionate about football or rugby, you’ll also benefit from our exciting partnerships with the Manchester United Foundation and Salford Red Devils, providing high-quality football and rugby pathways to help you take your performance to the next level.

Outline

You will explore all aspects of sports participation and performance through a wide range of exciting topics, including anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, fitness testing and training, sport management, and many other sport-related subjects. The course offers the ideal balance of practical sessions and classroom-based learning, helping you develop both your understanding and your ability to perform.

Assessment

You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including:

Written assignments
Practical and skills-based assessments
Presentations to staff and students
Professional discussions
Event planning, organisation and management
Analysis of sports performance
Client consultations

Progression

Many of our students go on to higher level study in areas such as sports injuries, coaching and development, leisure and the fitness industry, sports management, and sports media.

Alternatively, you may choose to progress straight into the industry through higher-level apprenticeships or full-time employment, with the skills and experience to support your next step.

Entry Requirements

Level 1 Vocational Courses:
Applicants should have 4 GCSEs at grades 1–9.

Level 2 Vocational Courses:
Applicants should have 4 GCSEs at grades 3–9.

Level 3 Vocational Courses:
Applicants should have 5 GCSEs at grades 4–9, including English Language or Maths.

Additional Information

We may consider one vocational qualification in place of a GCSE, provided you have achieved a grade 4 in English Language.

Please note: English and Maths resit timetables may affect training and game time.

*Fees

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

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Academic Yr

26/27

Name

Sport Extended Diploma Level 3 The Salford Red Devils Foundation

Available At

Eccles Sixth Form College

Start Date

01/09/2026

Fee

* Subject to Eligibility

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