PE
Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form
Course summary
The course consists of four units: 1. Physiological factors affecting performance (30%). 2. Psychological factors affecting in performance (20%) 3. Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport (20%). 4. Performance in physical education (30%). These units will develop further your understanding of participation and performance in physical activity as part of a balanced, active and healthy lifestyle. The first looks at more in depth applied exercise physiology and biomechanics. The second is divided into skill acquisition and sports psychology. The third looks at sport and society, including contemporary issues in sport, such as the use of performance enhancing drugs. The fourth unit features performance – specifically the improvement and critical evaluation of performance.
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 5 | — |
Sport | Grade L2P in Sport | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 5-5 in Combined Science | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Physical Education Alternative route | Grade 5 in Physical Education | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 5 in Biology | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 5 in Chemistry | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Physics | — |
Sport Alternative route | Grade L2D in Sport | — |
As published by the school
5 in PE or 5.5 in Combined Science, 4.5 in English, or merit in BTEC Level 2 Sport.
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Assessment
• Written exams - 70% • Practical performance and evaluation - 30%.
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