Level 3 Rugby Education Pathway

A minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English or Maths, or Level 2 Diploma (Merit) and Grade 4 English and Maths

This course offers keen rugby players the chance to gain the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport whilst playing and coaching the game they love. Our expert teachers will guide students through the requirements of the course and they will be taught coaching techniques for both young children and elite professional players. The course includes work placements in local schools and rugby clubs. Students will examine their own play and team play, ensuring they improve and develop as a player.

This course includes:

• Exercise, health and lifestyle

• Team sport

• Coaching

• Careers in sport

• Anatomy and physiology

• Techniques and tactics in sport 

• Psychology

• Fitness training

• Fitness testing

• Nutrition

• Sport analysis

• Sports injuries

A combination of the use of performance analysis software and GPS assignments, reports, presentations, formal observations, and practical assessments.

Progression in Rugby Education Pathway in Sport and Physical Activity

Students can progress to an HND in Sports here at Shrewsbury College or higher education programmes at other institutions, studying sports studies, sports management, or sports science. Career opportunities include PE teacher, events management, sport and business management, sports coaching, and fitness instructing/personal trainer.

Students will receive up to six hours of rugby per week from highly experienced coaches and take part in regional and national competitions. Additional RFU courses include contact rugby, headcase online concussion module, tag rugby and Kids First rugby officiating.

Please note that funding for this course is not available for people aged 19 or over. If students wish to study this course and are over the age of 19, then please contact the Admissions Team.

You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk