Physical Education / Sports Studies
Course summary
The theory content of the course focuses on the following topics on which you will be examined: • Applied Anatomy and Physiology • Exercise Physiology • Biomechanics • Skill Acquisition • Sport Psychology • Sport and Society The practical content involves two sections: • Assessment in one sport as a coach or performer • Coursework involving evaluation of performance for improvement
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 6 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
English Literature | Grade 4 in English Literature | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
Physical Education | Grade 6 in Physical Education | — |
As published by the school
A minimum of 6 GCSEs at grade 4 and above (including English and Mathematics) and a minimum of grade 6 in Physical education
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Assessment
Assessment in A-Level PE has three strands: • Written exams on the theory content • Practical assessment in one sport as a coach or performer • Coursework assessment on evaluation of performance for improvement A Level Assessment Overview Three exams on (70%): • Physiological factors affecting performance • Psychological factors affecting performance • Socio-cultural issues in physical education Performance in physical education (30%): • Performance or coaching in one sport • Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement The vast majority of the A-Level PE course is the study of theory work. Students must have a conscientious and committed approach to their studies to be successful. Students need to be able to assimilate information, analyse this information and apply it to relevant sporting examples. Finally students need to be playing one sport to a good standard (club/county) outside of school.
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