A Level Physical Education
Heathcote School & Science College
Course summary
The OCR A level specification builds on and develops students experience and understanding of performance in sport. For those who have studied GCSE at Key Stage 4 the A Level syllabus provides a challenging continuation involving both theoretical and practical application of knowledge through sport and exercise. The OCR A level specification builds on and develops students experience and understanding of performance in sport. For those who have studied GCSE at Key Stage 4 the A Level syllabus provides a challenging continuation involving both theoretical and practical application of knowledge through sport and exercise.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Physical Education | Grade 6 in Physical Education | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
Combined Science | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 6 in Biology | — |
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Assessment
Physical factors affecting performance (01) Written examination: 2 hours 30% of the qualification Topic 1: Applied anatomy and physiology Topic 2: Exercise physiology Topic 3: Biomechanics. Psychological issues affecting performance (02) Written examination 1 hour 20% of the qualification Topic 1: Skill acquisition Topic 2: Sports psychology. Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport (03) Written examination 1 hour 20% of the qualification Topic 1: Sport and society Topic 2: Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport. Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport (03) Written examination 1 hour 20% of the qualification Topic 1: Sport and society Topic 2: Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport.
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