Physical Education

A LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Who is this course for?

The course is designed for pupils with a wide interest in sport. The course focuses quite heavily on sports science and would be perfect for pupils who are looking to complete a degree in Sports. A good understanding of Biology would be a course requirement as well as completion of GCSE PE.

Course Details

We follow the OCR specification and the course is a two-year linear programme. This specification gives learners a clear appreciation of key issues in physical education including balanced, active and healthy lifestyles, a focus on performance in practical activity, and the opportunity to pursue particular areas of interest.

Assessment Exam 1

• Applied Anatomy and Physiology • Exercise Physiology • Biomechanics • 90 Marks, 2 hour paper - 30% of course total

Exam 2

• Skill Acquisition • Sport Psychology • 60 Marks, 1 hour paper - 20% of course total

Exam 3

• Sport and Society • Contemporary issues in Physical activity and sport • 60 Marks, 1 hour paper - 20% of course total

Practical

• Choose 1 sport from the OCR list (30 marks) • Performance or coaching, EAPI (Analysis) (30 marks) • 60 Marks - 30% of course total

Career Opportunities

Sports Management, Physiotherapist, Physical Education teacher, Exercise physiologist, Fitness centre manager, Sports administrator, Sports coach, Sports development officer, Sports Agent, Sports therapist.