This course combines both physical and academic challenges to give you a fantastic insight into the world of sports performance. You will learn about human anatomy and physiology, how to train smarter, and delve into the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs, and the influence that modern technology is having on sports performance. You will also investigate topics such as the political exploitation of the Olympic games, making this course very modern and relevant to today’s society. Compared to GCSE there are fewer practical lessons, but you will find plenty of sport EnRICH opportunities available alongside the course.
As a minimum, you will need (or equivalent to); GCSE Mathematics grade 4 GCSE English Language or Literature grade 4 plus three more GCSEs at grade 4 to play, perform or coach a sport on a regular basis.
You are assessed on five components. Three are theoretical, each assessed by a written exam and the remaining two are coursework tasks. The components are: Physiological factors affecting performance – 2 hour exam worth 30% Psychological factors affecting performance – 1 hour exam worth 20% Socio-cultural issues in physical activity & sport – 1 hour exam worth 20% Practical performance – logbook and video evidence (coursework) worth 15% Evaluation and analysis of performance for improvement (EAPI) – oral task worth 15%.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | South Road, Taunton, TA1 3DZ |
This course combines both physical and academic challenges to give you a fantastic insight into the world of sports performance. You will learn about human anatomy and physiology, how to train smarter, and delve into the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs, and the influence that modern technology is having on sports performance. You will also investigate topics such as the political exploitation of the Olympic games, making this course very modern and relevant to today’s society. Compared to GCSE there are fewer practical lessons, but you will find plenty of sport EnRICH opportunities available alongside the course.
As a minimum, you will need (or equivalent to); GCSE Mathematics grade 4 GCSE English Language or Literature grade 4 plus three more GCSEs at grade 4 to play, perform or coach a sport on a regular basis.
You are assessed on five components. Three are theoretical, each assessed by a written exam and the remaining two are coursework tasks. The components are: Physiological factors affecting performance – 2 hour exam worth 30% Psychological factors affecting performance – 1 hour exam worth 20% Socio-cultural issues in physical activity & sport – 1 hour exam worth 20% Practical performance – logbook and video evidence (coursework) worth 15% Evaluation and analysis of performance for improvement (EAPI) – oral task worth 15%.
