Course information
Physical Education
Greenshaw High School - Sutton
02087151001
Grennell Road, Sutton, SM1 3DY
Course summary

Studying A Level Physical Education will give you a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. Not only will you have the chance to perform or coach a sport through the non-exam assessment component, you will also develop a wide ranging knowledge into the how and why of physical activity and sport. The combination of physical performance and academic challenge provides an exciting opportunity. You can perform, and then through academic study improve your performance or coaching though application of the theory.

Entry requirements

Minimum of grade 6 in a science GCSE and actively engaged in sporting performance or coaching at club level. Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Physical Education.

How you'll be assessed

Non- Exam Assessment (NEA). One practical performance, as either a coach or a performer in an activity. In addition to this, you will complete one Performance Analysis task. A total of four hours assessment split over three examination papers (2 x 1 hour and 1 x 2 hour) taken at the end of the two year course. A wide range of question types including: single mark, short answer and extended response questions. The opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of both theory and performance skills in both your NEA and through the examinations.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthoritySutton
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressGrennell Road, Sutton, SM1 3DY