WHY SHOULD I STUDY A LEVEL SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION? This course contains a mixture of dynamic theoretical content and practical performance skills. It covers factors that affect both participation and optimal performance in physical activity and sports. Students will develop knowledge of contemporary topics in sport and equip themselves with the analytical skills necessary for higher education and the world of work. The course will also enhance a student’s understanding of the factors that affect their own performance and that of others. Sport and Physical Education is an interdisciplinary subject that can be helpful to any student and can usefully be studied in combination with a number of subjects, but which most directly overlaps with Biology, Sociology, and Psychology. COURSE CONTENT The course consists of seven units: 1. Applied Anatomy and Physiology. 2. Skill Acquisition. 3. Sport and Society. 4. Exercise Physiology. 5. Biomechanical movement. 6. Sport Psychology. 7. Sport and Society – the role of technology in physical activity and sport.
At least 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 - 9. Grade 5 In at least one predominantly written-based GCSE subject (from English Language, English Literature, History, Religious Studies or Sociology) Grade 5 Both 1st and 2nd grade GCSE Combined Science OR if triple science is taken Grade 5 GCSE Biology AND Grade 5 GCSE PE (if taken) OR Merit BTEC/Level 2 Sport & PE (if taken)
Two written examination papers are taken at the end of the second year: Paper 1: 35% of A Level. A mixture of short and long answer questions with extended response questions on Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Skill Acquisition and Sport and Society. Paper 2: 35% of A Level. A mixture of short and long answer questions with an extended question on Exercise Physiology, Biomechanical Movement, Sport Psychology and Sport and Society – the role of technology in physical activity and sport. Non-Exam Assessment: Coursework – worth 30% of A Level: A) Practical performance as a performer in a fully recognized competitive situation – worth 15%. The sport selected MUST be on the AQA approved list and students will be expected to gather their own video footage either playing competitively for college or their club team.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | North Hill, Colchester, CO1 1SN |
WHY SHOULD I STUDY A LEVEL SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION? This course contains a mixture of dynamic theoretical content and practical performance skills. It covers factors that affect both participation and optimal performance in physical activity and sports. Students will develop knowledge of contemporary topics in sport and equip themselves with the analytical skills necessary for higher education and the world of work. The course will also enhance a student’s understanding of the factors that affect their own performance and that of others. Sport and Physical Education is an interdisciplinary subject that can be helpful to any student and can usefully be studied in combination with a number of subjects, but which most directly overlaps with Biology, Sociology, and Psychology. COURSE CONTENT The course consists of seven units: 1. Applied Anatomy and Physiology. 2. Skill Acquisition. 3. Sport and Society. 4. Exercise Physiology. 5. Biomechanical movement. 6. Sport Psychology. 7. Sport and Society – the role of technology in physical activity and sport.
At least 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 - 9. Grade 5 In at least one predominantly written-based GCSE subject (from English Language, English Literature, History, Religious Studies or Sociology) Grade 5 Both 1st and 2nd grade GCSE Combined Science OR if triple science is taken Grade 5 GCSE Biology AND Grade 5 GCSE PE (if taken) OR Merit BTEC/Level 2 Sport & PE (if taken)
Two written examination papers are taken at the end of the second year: Paper 1: 35% of A Level. A mixture of short and long answer questions with extended response questions on Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Skill Acquisition and Sport and Society. Paper 2: 35% of A Level. A mixture of short and long answer questions with an extended question on Exercise Physiology, Biomechanical Movement, Sport Psychology and Sport and Society – the role of technology in physical activity and sport. Non-Exam Assessment: Coursework – worth 30% of A Level: A) Practical performance as a performer in a fully recognized competitive situation – worth 15%. The sport selected MUST be on the AQA approved list and students will be expected to gather their own video footage either playing competitively for college or their club team.