Whether you’re interested in teaching PE, coaching, exercise, fitness or sport science, we have the courses to enable you to be a part of these exciting professions. With the opening of the new Morningside Arena, in partnership with Leicester Riders at our Abbey Park Campus and our own dedicated lottery funded Sports Maker, we can offer extensive access to excellent facilities.
Our sport and fitness courses are suitable for both school leavers as well as older people and/or those with a bit of experience in the industry already. The appropriate level for you will be decided based on your prior qualifications and work experience – many learners stay with us for two or more years to develop their skills to the required level for employment. If you are aged 16 to 19 and don’t yet have your English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above, these subjects will be an essential part of your study programme. All courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to work in the sports and fitness industry.
Our courses are available from level 1 to level 5. We offer Sport diplomas which enhance your knowledge of the sport and active leisure industry and develop your skills for the industry including sports coaching. We also offer a Fitness instructing diploma and a personal training diploma. On top of that we also offer courses specialised in football and basketball. Our highest levelled course is a foundation degree in sport and exercise science, on this course you’ll learn about sport science, anatomy and physiology, fitness testing, psychology and nutrition.
Leicester College have strong partnerships with Leicester City Football Club and Leicester Riders. The course with LCFC is based at King Power Stadium, the course allows learners to tackle core elements such as anatomy, physiology, psychology, coaching and tactical development, as well as having the opportunity to represent LCFC in the National Football League Trust ‘Futsal’ League. As well as learning in the new Community Sports Arena, Leicester Riders also offer the opportunity to represent the Leicester Riders academy in the AOC national Basketball Leagues.
Sports and Excercise Science Foundation Diploma Student
"I was guided, supported and motivated throughout the course by our tutors, they were all friendly and supportive. All of the facilities assisted me to succeed in my course, beginning with sports facilities, laboratory, library and nursery."
Read MoreCourse Code: P00206
Start Date
01 Sep 2024 
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year 
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Don't miss out on this chance to turn your love for sports into a rewarding profession, our level 1 sports course is designed just for you. Dive into the world of sports through engaging lectures, practical exercises, and real-world case studies led by industry experts.
Course Code: P00199
Start Date
09 Sep 2024
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Do you want a career in sports and fitness or leisure industry? As part of this course, you will focus on theoretical and practical modules completed in our gym, sports courts as well as gaining work experience. Equivalent to 1 1/2 A levels you can progress to the Extended Diploma in your second year.
Course Code: P00205
Start Date
09 Sep 2024
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Turn your passion or hobby into a career with one of our sports courses. Whether you are interested in coaching or fitness this course will give you a breadth of knowledge in different areas of this thriving industry. All of which are taught in our state of the art gym facilities and on-campus classroom studies.
Course Code: P00202
Start Date
09 Sep 2024
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Equivalent to 1 1/2 A levels, move onto the Extended Diploma in your second year. This course will give you the skills, knowledge and work experience you need for a career in sports and fitness coaching. You will be taught by subject specialist teachers and complete work experience in a relevant field.
Course Code: P00199
Start Date
08 Sep 2025
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Do you want a career in sports and fitness or leisure industry? As part of this course, you will focus on theoretical and practical modules completed in our gym, sports courts as well as gaining work experience. Equivalent to 1 1/2 A levels you can progress to the Extended Diploma in your second year.
Course Code: P00205
Start Date
08 Sep 2025
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Turn your passion or hobby into a career with one of our sports courses. Whether you are interested in coaching or fitness this course will give you a breadth of knowledge in different areas of this thriving industry. All of which are taught in our state of the art gym facilities and on-campus classroom studies.
Course Code: P00206
Start Date
08 Sep 2025
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Don't miss out on this chance to turn your love for sports into a rewarding profession, our level 1 sports course is designed just for you. Dive into the world of sports through engaging lectures, practical exercises, and real-world case studies led by industry experts.
Course Code: P00202
Start Date
08 Sep 2025
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
Abbey Park Campus Equivalent to 1 1/2 A levels, move onto the Extended Diploma in your second year. This course will give you the skills, knowledge and work experience you need for a career in sports and fitness coaching. You will be taught by subject specialist teachers and complete work experience in a relevant field.
Course Code: P00329
Start Date
Various
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
1 week
Campus
City Skills Centre Looking after our health has positive effects on our lifestyles, so, if you're looking to improve your knowledge of healthy living, this course is for you. You will learn about identifying food groups, the effects of an unhealthy lifestyle and the benefits exercise can have on your mental and physical well being.
