Sports Studies

Course summary

Career Opportunities An A Level qualification is becoming an essential prerequisite for specialist study in Physical Education and Sports Studies in Higher Education. The qualification provides an excellent foundation for students intending to pursue careers in Teaching and Coaching, Sports Development, Physiotherapy, the Leisure Industry, Recreational Management, the Health and Fitness Industry and Professional Sport. Units Studied: Body systems and the effects of physical activity Unit 01 - 90 GLH, assessment method E Sports coaching and activity leadership Unit 02 - 90 GLH, assessment method I Sports organisation and development Unit 03 - 60 GLH, assessment method E Working safely in sport, exercise, health and leisure Unit 04 - 90 GLH, assessment method E Performance analysis in sport and exercise Unit 05 - 60 GLH, assessment method I Organisation of sports events Unit 08 - 60 GLH, assessment method I Physical activity for specific groups Unit 11 - 30 GLH, assessment method I Sports injuries and rehabilitation Unit 17 - 60 GLH, assessment method I Practical skills in sport and physical activities Unit 18 - 60 GLH, assessment method I