The OCR Level 1/Level 2 Cambridge National in Sport Science will help our students develop their knowledge, understanding and practical skills that can be used in the Exercise, Physical Activity, Sport and Health sector.

You may be interested in this if you want an engaging qualification where you will use your learning in practical, real-life situations, such as:

We believe that this will help our students to develop independence and confidence in using skills that would be relevant to the Exercise, Physical Activity, Sport and Health sector.

Furthermore, this qualification will also provide you with an opportunity to develop learning and skills that can be used in later life and work situations, such as:

The course is broken down into three different sections. Two of the sections are coursework based and completed in class. They make up 60% of the course. The final section is an examination and is worth the final 40%. The exam is sat at the end of Year 11, while the coursework aspect of the course is completed throughout Year 10 and Year 11. Students will complete 20% of the course by the end of Year 10. Information on the different units can be found below.

R180 : Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions.

This is assessed by an exam and is worth 40% of the overall mark. By completing this unit, you will prepare as a participant to take part in physical activity in a way which minimises the risk of injuries occurring. You will also be taught how to react to common injuries that can occur during sport and physical activity, and how to recognise the symptoms of some medical conditions. Topics include:

R181: Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance

This is assessed by a set assignment, which is completed in class, and is also worth 40% of the overall mark. By completing this unit, you will conduct a range of fitness tests, understand what they test and their advantages and disadvantages. You will also learn how to design, plan and evaluate a fitness training programme. You will then interpret the data collected from these fitness tests and learn how best to feed his back. Topics include:

R183: Nutrition and sports performance

Similarly to R181 this is also assessed by a set assignment, again completed in class, and is worth the final 20% of the overall mark.

By completing this unit, you will gain understanding of healthy, balanced nutrition. You will consider the necessity of certain nutrients and their role in enabling effective performance in different sporting activities. The knowledge you gain will be used to produce an appropriate, effective nutrition plan for a performer. Topics include: