Course Content Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Applied Anatomy and Physiology: ● Cardio-respiratory system ● Cardiovascular system ● Respiratory system ● Neuromuscular system ● The musculo-skeletal system and analysis of movement Skill Acquisition: Skill Acquisition: ● Skill, skill continuums and transfer of skills ● Impact of skill classification on structure of practice for learning ● Principles and theories of learning and performance ● Use of guidance and feedback ● Memory models ● Information processing Sport and Society: ● Emergence of globalisation of sport in the 21st century ● The impact of sport on society and of society on sport ● The role of technology in sport. Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Exercise Physiology: Exercise Physiology: ● Diet and nutrition and their effect on physical activity and performance ● Preparation and training methods in relation to maintaining physical activity and performance ● Injury prevention and the rehabilitation of injury Biomechanical Movement: ● Biomechanical principles ● Levers ● Linear Motion ● Angular Motion ● Projectile Motion ● Fluid Mechanics Sport Psychology: ● Aspects of personality ● Attitudes ● Arousal ● Anxiety ● Aggression ● Acheivement motivation theory ● Social Facilitation ● Group Dynamics ● Importance of goal setting ● Attribution theory ● Self-efficacy and confidence ● Leadership Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport: ● Concepts of physical activity and sport ● Development of elite performers in sport ● Ethics in sport ● Drugs in sport ● Violence in sport ● Sport and the law ● Impact of commercialisation on physical activity and sport and the relationship between sport and the media Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport
Grade 6-9 at GCSE. If GCSE in Physical Education has not been studied a Grade 6 in Science is required Students will be expected to represent the school teams in their chosen sports or be participating in competitive outside in school to ensure they receive the correct practical mark. All students will be expected to provide lesson support in the PE department.
Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport (Non- Exam Assessment) Section 1: ● Assessment in students’ chosen sport as either a performer or coach - 15% of overall mark ● Written or verbal analysis and evaluation of either the student’s own performance or that of another - 15% Assessment Marks: 90 marks Weighting: 30% of total A Level marks 15% - Practical performance 15% - Analysis of performance Content: Internal assessment and external moderation
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, WD25 0UU |
Course Content Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Applied Anatomy and Physiology: ● Cardio-respiratory system ● Cardiovascular system ● Respiratory system ● Neuromuscular system ● The musculo-skeletal system and analysis of movement Skill Acquisition: Skill Acquisition: ● Skill, skill continuums and transfer of skills ● Impact of skill classification on structure of practice for learning ● Principles and theories of learning and performance ● Use of guidance and feedback ● Memory models ● Information processing Sport and Society: ● Emergence of globalisation of sport in the 21st century ● The impact of sport on society and of society on sport ● The role of technology in sport. Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Exercise Physiology: Exercise Physiology: ● Diet and nutrition and their effect on physical activity and performance ● Preparation and training methods in relation to maintaining physical activity and performance ● Injury prevention and the rehabilitation of injury Biomechanical Movement: ● Biomechanical principles ● Levers ● Linear Motion ● Angular Motion ● Projectile Motion ● Fluid Mechanics Sport Psychology: ● Aspects of personality ● Attitudes ● Arousal ● Anxiety ● Aggression ● Acheivement motivation theory ● Social Facilitation ● Group Dynamics ● Importance of goal setting ● Attribution theory ● Self-efficacy and confidence ● Leadership Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport: ● Concepts of physical activity and sport ● Development of elite performers in sport ● Ethics in sport ● Drugs in sport ● Violence in sport ● Sport and the law ● Impact of commercialisation on physical activity and sport and the relationship between sport and the media Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport
Grade 6-9 at GCSE. If GCSE in Physical Education has not been studied a Grade 6 in Science is required Students will be expected to represent the school teams in their chosen sports or be participating in competitive outside in school to ensure they receive the correct practical mark. All students will be expected to provide lesson support in the PE department.
Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport (Non- Exam Assessment) Section 1: ● Assessment in students’ chosen sport as either a performer or coach - 15% of overall mark ● Written or verbal analysis and evaluation of either the student’s own performance or that of another - 15% Assessment Marks: 90 marks Weighting: 30% of total A Level marks 15% - Practical performance 15% - Analysis of performance Content: Internal assessment and external moderation
