[MAT] Physical Education (at Aldridge School)

Course summary

Physical Education A-Level (at Aldridge School) (OCR) These units will give you an understanding of sport in the wider contexts of coaching and leadership, anatomy and physiology, the body’s short and long term responses to physical activity, the framework of sport in the UK and the organisations involved and the psychological challenges that sport can provide. You will also develop transferable skills such as planning, communication, adaptability and leadership. Course Overview Students will study four units which are all mandatory: • Physiological factors affecting performance • Psychological factors affecting performance • Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport • Performance in physical education Assessment Model • Three units (units 1,2 and 3) are assessed by exam and marked by OCR (70% of qualification). • The final unit is coursework based which is internally assessed by teachers and externally moderated by OCR. This section requires performance or coaching in a selected sport and a verbal evaluation of performance and action plan to improve (30% of qualification) Career Opportunities This qualification is for learners who want to study sport, physical education, leisure or fitness. This qualification is not just about being able to play sport, it will provide you with the skills, knowledge and understanding to progress into Higher Education on a sport related programme such as Sport and Physical Education, Sport Science, Sport Coaching, Sports Psychology, Physiotherapy or Development of Sport and Leisure Management.