Course information
PE (A Level)
Caroline Chisholm School - West Northamptonshire
01604344744
Wooldale Centre for Learning, Wootton Fields, Northampton, NN4 6TP
Course summary

Component 1: Scientific Principles of Physical Education • Topic 1: Applied anatomy and physiology • Topic 2: Exercise physiology and applied Component 2: Psychological and Social Principles of Physical Education • Topic 3: Skill acquisition • Topic 4: Sport psychology • Topic 5: Sport and society Component 3: Practical Performance • Skills performed in one physical activity as a player/performer OR Skills performed in one physical activity as a coach Component 4: Performance Analysis and Performance Development Programme Non-examined assessment: internally assessed, externally moderated • In the role of player/performer or coach analyse two components of a physical activity (one physiological component and either a tactical or technical component). • In the role of player/performer or coach analyse, implement and evaluate a Performance Development Programme.

Entry requirements

How you'll be assessed

A Level Component 1: Scientific Principles of Physical Education movement analysis. Biomechanics is embedded within the content of Topics 1 and 2.Written examination: 2 hours and 30 minutes. Component 2: Psychological and Social Principles of Physical Education Written examination: 2 hours. Component 3: Practical Performance Non-examined assessment: internally assessed, externally moderated. Component 4: Performance Analysis and Performance Development Programme Non-examined assessment: internally assessed, externally moderated.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityWest Northamptonshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressWooldale Centre for Learning, Wootton Fields, Northampton, NN4 6TP