Physical Education / Sports Studies
Samworth Church Academy - Nottinghamshire
01623663450
Sherwood Hall Road, Mansfield, NG18 2DY
Course summary

Our A Level in Physical Education develops knowledge, understanding and skills relevant to physical education. Students gain understanding of the scientific and sociocultural factors that underpin physical activity, and demonstrate their ability as either a performer or a coach. • Physiological factors affecting performance • Skeletal system • Muscular system • Respiratory system • Environmental effects on body systems • Biomechanics • Psychological factors affecting performance • Skill acquisition • Sports psychology • Sociocultural issues in physical activity and sport • Sport and society

Entry requirements

- Grade 5 in GCSE Science - Grade 4 in GCSE English - Grade 5 in GCSE PE is desirable - Play a sport outside of school

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1; Physiological Factors affecting performance (2 hours, 90 marks) Paper 2; Psychological factors affecting performance (1 hour, 60 marks) Paper 3; Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport (1 hour, 60 marks) Coursework EAPI (Evaluating and Analysing Performance for Improvement (30 marks) Practical Performance (30 marks)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottinghamshire
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeMixed
AddressSherwood Hall Road, Mansfield, NG18 2DY