Sport and Physical Education is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the factors influencing performance in a variety of activities and how performance may be improved through analysis and practice. You will study how the body and mind work in Physiology, Biomechanics and Psychology. You will look at how sport has developed through history and the influence of social and cultural factors on participation in physical activity as well as the ever changing impact of technology in sport. Every opportunity will be taken to put theory into practice and you will be expected to involve yourself in practical experiments and demonstrations.
We would expect you to achieve a grade 6 or above in GCSE PE, as well as an APS of 4.5 or above. You will need a natural interest in sporting activity and a willingness to examine sport critically from several perspectives. The expectation is that you participate regularly in at least one sport outside of school to a high standard either as a performer or as a coach. This will contribute 15% towards your A Level.
Your understanding of the theory content of the course (70%) will be assessed through two written examinations at the end of the two year course. Coursework makes up 30% of the course and requires you to submit one activity as a performer or coach/leader and to complete an Analysis of Performance document for that activity. To maximise practical marks you will be encouraged to make a regular commitment to your chosen activity in your own time.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Manland Way, Harpenden, AL5 4QP |
Sport and Physical Education is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the factors influencing performance in a variety of activities and how performance may be improved through analysis and practice. You will study how the body and mind work in Physiology, Biomechanics and Psychology. You will look at how sport has developed through history and the influence of social and cultural factors on participation in physical activity as well as the ever changing impact of technology in sport. Every opportunity will be taken to put theory into practice and you will be expected to involve yourself in practical experiments and demonstrations.
We would expect you to achieve a grade 6 or above in GCSE PE, as well as an APS of 4.5 or above. You will need a natural interest in sporting activity and a willingness to examine sport critically from several perspectives. The expectation is that you participate regularly in at least one sport outside of school to a high standard either as a performer or as a coach. This will contribute 15% towards your A Level.
Your understanding of the theory content of the course (70%) will be assessed through two written examinations at the end of the two year course. Coursework makes up 30% of the course and requires you to submit one activity as a performer or coach/leader and to complete an Analysis of Performance document for that activity. To maximise practical marks you will be encouraged to make a regular commitment to your chosen activity in your own time.
