Physical Education

Course summary

This course takes a multi-disciplinary approach, encouraging the development of different methods of enquiry, with the focal point being the performer and the performance. This course is based on the interaction between the theory and practice of Physical Education. Unit 1 – Psychological factors affecting performance: (2 hour written paper) This includes the study of Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics. Unit 2 – Psychological factors affecting performance: (1 hour written paper) This includes Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology. Unit 3 – Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport: (1 hour written paper) This includes Sport and Society and Contemporary Issue in Physical Activity and Sport. Unit 4 – Performance in physical education: (practical activity in 1 sport) This is the practical element of the course which also includes an Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI).