A Level Physical Education

 

To study this course you must have a keen interest in all aspects of PE including both theory and practical. You must have two sports in which you can be assessed either as a performer, coach or official.

 

AS Units

 

You gain knowledge and understanding of sport and physical education, as well as analysing the major concepts and principles. You will also develop an understanding of the scientific, socio-cultural logical and environmental factors which influence sport and physical education.

 

The units comprise:

 

UNIT G451: An introduction to Physical Education

 

·         Section A- Anatomy & Physiology

·         Section B- Acquiring Movement skills

·         Section C- Socio-cultural studies relating to participation in physical activity

 

UNIT G452 Acquiring, developing and Evaluating Practical Skills in Physical Education

 

·         Performance

·         Evaluating and planning for improvement of performance.

 

A2 Units

 

These units provide the opportunity to explore the mind and body in action as well as considering the background to many of the activities we enjoy today.

 

UNIT G453: Principles and Concepts Across Different Areas of Physical Education

 

·         Section A- Historical Studies [Option A1]

·         Section B- Sports Psychology [Option B1]

                      Exercise & Sport Physiology

                      [Option B3]

 

UNIT G454: The improvement of effective Performance and the Critical Evaluation of Practical Activities in Physical Education

 

·         Performance of practical skills

·         Evaluation, appreciation and the improvement of performance

 

 

Assessment details

 

UNIT

G451

Exam

2  hours (60% of AS)

UNIT G452

Practical & Oral Coursework

(40% of AS)

Assessment details

 

UNIT G453

Exam

2 hours 30 minutes (70% of A2)

UNIT G454

Practical & Oral Coursework

(30% of A2)

 

Entry Requirements

GCSE PE at B grade and GCSE Biology at B grade. Students who wish to follow A Level PE who did not opt for PE at GCSE require a GCSE B grade in Biology and will also need to complete a successful interview with the course leader.

 

Progression

Students have progresses to university to study the following disciplines:

Sports Studies, Sports Science, Medicine, Physiotherapy, Engineering and others with an interest in business and leisure.

 

Exam board

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