Physical Education

Year 12 course outline

Anatomy and physiology, skill acquisition, sport and society and analysis of performance.

Year 12 course content:

• Section A: Applied anatomy and Physiology (SMR)
• Section B: Skill Acquisition (NJC)
• Section C: Sport and Society (PHC)

Year 13 course outline

Biomechanics, applied exercise physiology, sports psychology, technology and analysis of performance.

Year 13 course content:

• Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics
• Section B: Sports Psychology
• Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport
• Written NEA: Analysis of performance in one sport

Opportunities beyond the classroom

There are many opportunities for our students to experience classroom based learning in a practical arena. In the past we have run trips to elite performance centres, such as St. Georges Park, where students have the opportunity to put what they learn in the classroom into practice and be instructed by the top coaches and sports Scientists in the world. We also encourage our students to complete coaching and refereeing courses to broaden their CV and open opportunities for them in other fields of sport. In addition, we encourage and attend elite sport matches dependant on students’ interests.

Course requirements (GCSE grades/interests)

Grade 6 in Physical Education or a Merit in Level 2 BTEC Sport.

Assessment

Component 1: Factors affecting participating in physical activity and sport
Written paper, 2 hours
Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions
105 marks, 35%

Component 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport
Written paper, 2 hours
Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions
105 marks, 35%

Component 3: Practical performance in physical activity and sport
Non-exam assessment
Internal assessment external moderation
90 marks, 30%

Higher education courses linked to the subject

Having studied PE at A level students will be able to study Sports Science, Physiotherapy, Sports Studies, Physical Education, Sports Therapy, Sports Coaching.

Careers linked to the subject

Possible career options include nutritionist, sports performance analyst, sports coach, PE teacher, sports therapist, personal trainer.