Course information
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy - Derbyshire
01246201191
Newbold Road, Upper Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8AG
Course summary

You will study: • Applied Anatomy and Physiology • Exercise Physiology • Biomechanics, including technology in sport skills acquisition • Performance or coaching • Evaluation of Performance for improvement (EAPI) • Sport Psychology • Sport and Society

Entry requirements

Grade 6 or above GCSE in Physical Education or Merit or above in BTEC Level 2 Physical Education and preferably to have grade 6 or above in GCSE Biology (Triple Science) or 6-6 in Combined Science. It is also desirable to have performed in a competitive sports activity.

How you'll be assessed

2hr written paper – physiological factors affecting performance (30%) 1hr written paper – psychological factors affecting performance (20%) 1hr written paper – social-cultural themes in PE (20%) Non exam assessment in Performance and PE (30%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityDerbyshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressNewbold Road, Upper Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8AG