Physical Education
Course summary
This course takes a multi-disciplinary approach, encouraging the development of different methods of enquiry, with the focal point being the performer and the performance. This course is based on the interaction between the theory and practice of Physical Education. Unit 1 – Psychological factors affecting performance: (2 hour written paper) This includes the study of Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics. Unit 2 – Psychological factors affecting performance: (1 hour written paper) This includes Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology. Unit 3 – Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport: (1 hour written paper) This includes Sport and Society and Contemporary Issue in Physical Activity and Sport. Unit 4 – Performance in physical education: (practical activity in 1 sport) This is the practical element of the course which also includes an Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI).
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Average point score | Minimum average point score of 4 | — |
Total point score | Minimum total point score of 4 | — |
AS Level / CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL / GCSE / A Level / i GCSE / BTEC / EAL qualifications | 15 as level / cambridge technical / gcse / a level / i gcse / btec / eal qualifications at grade 9.0 or above | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
Chemistry | Grade 5 in Chemistry | — |
Biology | Grade 5 in Biology | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 5-5 in Combined Science (if taken) | — |
As published by the school
5 X Grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. Grade 5/5 in combined science or grade 5 in Biology. Participation in at least 1 physical activity outside of school to club level.
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Assessment
The A Level Physical Education course is assessed by 3 written exams taken in June of the second year. You will also be assessed on a practical element that includes a demonstration of your level of skill in your activity and also a formal presentation on ways to improve a performance.
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