Physical Education / Sports Studies
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
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Combined Science | Grade 5-5 in Combined Science | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 5 in Chemistry | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Physics | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 5 in Biology | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
English Literature | Grade 4 in English Literature | — |
Physical Education | Grade 5 in Physical Education | — |
Sport Alternative route | Grade L2M in Sport | — |
As published by the school
- Grade 5 in GCSE Science - Grade 4 in GCSE English - Grade 5 in GCSE PE is desirable - Play a sport outside of school
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Assessment
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)
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