Physical Education / Sports Studies
Kingswood Secondary Academy - North Northamptonshire
01536741857
Gainsborough Road, Corby, NN18 9NS
Course summary

Students will have the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of Physical Education and how the factors involved impact performance and participation. As well as the theoretical elements of the course students will have an opportunity to demonstrate their ability as a performer or coach but must understand this will be developed outside of the curriculum time. The theoretical content comprises the following elements: • Applied anatomy and physiology • Skill acquisition • Sport and society • Exercise physiology • Biomechanical movement • Sport psychology • Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport Plus, a performance analysis coursework project on their selected one practical activity as a coach or performer.

Entry requirements

At least 5 subjects at grade 4-9/L2P-D* including: Grade 5 in GCSE PE Merit CNAT Sport

How you'll be assessed

• Paper 1: Factors affecting participation - 2 hours - 35% of A level • Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance - 2 hours - 35% of A level • Non-exam Assessment: Practical performance - 30% of A level

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNorth Northamptonshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGainsborough Road, Corby, NN18 9NS