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Physical education - BTEC Award in Sport

Overview 

The BTEC Tech Award in Sport develops practical and theoretical knowledge of sport through real-world contexts, covering topics such as sports participation, fitness for sport, sports leadership, planning and delivering activity sessions, and understanding anatomy and physiology. Students complete a mixture of coursework and external assessment, helping them build valuable skills including communication, teamwork, organisation, and performance analysis. The qualification provides a strong foundation for further study in sport, physical education, fitness, coaching, and related career pathways. 

Curriculum Intent 

The BTEC Sport curriculum aims to: 

  • Provide applied learning experiences linked to real-world sport and fitness contexts. 

  • Develop knowledge of performance, training, and leadership. 

  • Equip students with transferable skills for further education and careers in sport. 

  • Build independence, organisation, and analytical skills. 

Key knowledge and skills: 

  • Sports Performance and Participation – Understanding the factors that affect sports performance, including physical fitness, training methods, and participation in different types of sporting activities.  

  • Health, Fitness and Wellbeing – Developing knowledge of the components of fitness, healthy lifestyles, and how exercise impacts physical and mental wellbeing.  

  • Leadership and Practical Skills – Planning, organising, and leading sports activities while demonstrating effective communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.  

  • Analysis and Evaluation – Assessing performance, identifying strengths and areas for improvement, and using feedback to enhance individual and team sporting performance. 

Curriculum Implementation 

Delivery of the three components:  

Component 1: Preparing Participants to Take Part in Sport and Physical Activity 

Component 2: Taking Part and Improving Other Participants’ Sporting Performance 

Component 3: Developing Fitness to Improve Other Participants’ Performance (externally assessed) 

Combination of classroom-based theory and practical sessions. 

Coursework assignments designed to meet Pearson assessment criteria. 

Use of case studies, video analysis, and practical application. 

Teaching Approach 

  • Blend of theory and practical learning. 

  • Use of real-life scenarios and vocational contexts. 

  • Guided independent learning, with structured support for coursework. 

  • Regular feedback linked to assessment criteria (Pass, Merit, Distinction). 

Sequencing of Learning 

  • Delivery of the three components across two years:  

Component 1: Preparing Participants to Take Part in Sport and Physical Activity 

Component 2: Taking Part and Improving Other Participants’ Sporting Performance 

Component 3: Developing Fitness to Improve Other Participants’ Performance (externally assessed) 

  • Combination of classroom-based theory and practical sessions. 

  • Use of case studies, video analysis, and practical application. 

  • Progressive development of analytical and evaluative skills. 

Assessment 

  • Component 1: Internally assessed coursework 

  • Component 2: Internally assessed coursework (including practical performance and leadership) 

  • Component 3: External exam assessment 

  • Assessment is criterion-based (Pass, Merit, Distinction, Distinction*) 

  • Regular mock assessments and exam preparation for Component 3. 

Curriculum Impact 

Success is measured through: 

  • A development of practical and theoretical knowledge of sport and fitness. 

  • Demonstrating the ability to analyse and improve performance. 

  • Being prepared for further study (e.g., Level 3 BTEC Sport, A-Level PE, apprenticeships). 

  • Outcomes in line with national expectations. 

Curriculum Structure 

Key Stage 4

Year  Topics / Units  Key Knowledge & Skills 
10

Mock and final assessment for Component 1 - Preparing Participants to Take Part in Sport and Physical Activity. 

Introduction to Component 2 - Taking Part and Improving Other Participants’ Sporting Performance. 

Core vocabulary and content, understanding vocational scenarios and their application, grammar, essay and presentation skills for coursework. 

Rules, regulations and practical performance in a chosen sport, coaching and leaderships skills, applying knowledge to a vocational setting. 
11

Final assessment for Component 2 - Taking Part and Improving Other Participants’ Sporting Performance. 

Exam preparation for Component 3 - Developing Fitness to Improve Other Participants’ Performance 

Rules, regulations and practical performance in a chosen sport, coaching and leaderships skills, applying knowledge to a vocational setting. 

Application, Analysis and Evaluation Skills – Interpret case studies, analyse fitness data, recommend appropriate training programmes, justify decisions, and evaluate how training can improve performance and meet individual needs. 

Textbook(s): 

  • Pearson BTEC Tech Award Level 1/2 (2022) Sport – Pearson Education Limited 

Supplementary resources provided to each student: 

  • BTEC Tech Award in Sport: Revision Guide (2023) – CGP 

  • BTEC Tech Award in Sport: Exam Practice Workbook (2023) - CGP 

Useful Websites: 

Teach PE 

https://www.teachpe.com/ 

BBC Bitesize Physical Education 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zdhs34j 

Sport England 

https://www.sportengland.org/ 

Exam Board and specification link: 

Pearson (Specification qualification number 603/7068/3) 

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-tech-awards/sport-2022.html