30/09/2026
CLASSROOM HIGHLIGHTS: JEMMA’S FAVOURITE ROCKLEY COLLEGE TOPICS
What makes Rockley College so unique? As a diploma that focuses on coursework and learning by doing, it’s important that the topics covered in the classroom are both engaging and interesting. We caught up with former Rockley College student Jemma as she shares some of her favourite classroom topics - what she learnt during the process and what she enjoyed most about each one.
🔸SPORTS NUTRITION - LEARNING HOW TO FUEL PERFORMANCE
Explores how different athletes’ nutritional needs differ depending on their sport, goals and lifestyle.
“Rather than simply learn about what each nutrient does, we were given a chance to use our knowledge and understanding and apply it to a real-life case study.”
🔸LEADERSHIP IN SPORT - BECOMING THE LEADER
Another topic that stood out due to the combination of coursework and practical elements.
“I soon learnt that these sessions help to build leadership skills and confidence, as well as developing closer connections with my classmates.”
🔸EXPEDITIONS
The one that everyone loves! The opportunity to plan your own expedition.
“This is where so many of the skills we had learnt throughout the course all came together.
“Definitely two days I will never forget!”
🔸ORGANISING SPORTS EVENTS- FROM AN IDEA TO A REAL EVENT
This gives students a real insight into what goes on behind the scenes when planning and delivering a successful event.
“You learn that organising an event isn't just about having a good idea. There is a huge amount of planning and teamwork involved before anyone even turns up.”
🔸TOPICS THAT MATTER
The theory side of the course was much broader than Jemma had expected, but she also found it far more interesting than she had anticipated. Students choose Rockley College because of their passion for sport and the outdoors, and our classroom learning reflects this.
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