The course content involves the physiology, psychology and socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport. There is also a practical assessment in one sport and students learn how to analyse sporting performance. The course looks in detail at how the human body adapts to exercise effectively and how the structure of the body facilitates sporting movements. There is a psychological focus on how skills are acquired and how sports psychology can be used to improve performance. The history of sport is also analysed and the role of sport in society, as well as contemporary issues in sport.
Students should have achieved a grade 6 in GCSE PE and a grade 6 in Science. 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 or higher, and at least a Grade 4 in English and Maths.
Physiological factors affecting sporting performance – Exam – 30% Psychological factors affecting sporting performance – Exam – 20% Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport – Exam – 20% Performance in physical education – Non-exam assessment – 30%
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Castlewood Road, New Barnet, EN4 9GE |
The course content involves the physiology, psychology and socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport. There is also a practical assessment in one sport and students learn how to analyse sporting performance. The course looks in detail at how the human body adapts to exercise effectively and how the structure of the body facilitates sporting movements. There is a psychological focus on how skills are acquired and how sports psychology can be used to improve performance. The history of sport is also analysed and the role of sport in society, as well as contemporary issues in sport.
Students should have achieved a grade 6 in GCSE PE and a grade 6 in Science. 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 or higher, and at least a Grade 4 in English and Maths.
Physiological factors affecting sporting performance – Exam – 30% Psychological factors affecting sporting performance – Exam – 20% Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport – Exam – 20% Performance in physical education – Non-exam assessment – 30%
