A Level Physical Education
Course summary
Why should I study it? A Level Physical Education is a multi-disciplinary course that not only provides an opportunity for students to improve their basic understanding of sports physiology, psychology and social principles of sport, but also enables students to apply their skills practically in one sport. Those interested in the course should be passionate about not only participating in sport, but also have keen thirst to learn about physiology and how sport has influenced society historically and in contemporary society. PE A Level supports several courses such as sports science, medicine, physiotherapy, history, psychology and sociology. The course will prepare students academically when looking to secure an area of their interest and seeking employment in future.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE / i GCSE / BTEC / Cambridge National qualifications | 5 gcse / i gcse / btec / cambridge national qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Physical Education | Grade 6 in Physical Education (if taken) | — |
Biology | Grade 6 in Biology (if taken) | — |
Physical Education Alternative route | Grade 6 in Physical Education (if taken) | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 7-6 in Combined Science (if taken) | — |
Physical Education | Grade 6 in Physical Education (if taken) | — |
As published by the school
Grade 6 in GCSE PE or a Grade 6 in Biology or a Grade 7-6 in Science (Combined)
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Assessment
Component 1: Scientific Principles of PE • Applied anatomy andphysiology • Exercise physiology • Applied movement analysis 2 hours and 30 minutes 140 marks (40%) Component 2: Psychological and Social Principles of PE • Skills acquisition • Sports psychology • Sport and society 2 hours 100 marks (30%) Component 3: PracticalPerformance • Skills performed as aplayer/performer or coach 40 marks (15%) Component 4: Performance Analysis and Personal Development Programme • Performance analysis • Personal DevelopmentProgramme (PDP) 40 marks (15%)
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