This course is designed to help students develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of the factors that underpin physical activity and sport and use this knowledge to improve performance, to Understand how physiological and psychological states affect performance and how key socio-cultural factors influence people’s involvement in physical activity and sport. It also gives students the chance to discuss the role of technology in physical activity and sport and refine their ability to perform effectively in physical activity and sport by developing skills and techniques and selecting and using tactics, strategies and/or compositional ideas. A level PE is an excellent qualification for those with a keen interest in playing sport, and can support progression into careers in Physiotherapy, Sports Science and Nutrition amongst many others.
5 GCSEs of grade 5 and above including Maths and English. Grade 5 in GCSE PE or at least a grade 5 in GCSE Science and a sound practical background in PE evidenced in interview.
The course's content is split into six areas: Applied Anatomy and Exercise Physiology, Biomechanical Movement, Skill Acquisition, Sport Psychology, Sport and Society, and Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity and Sport. A Level PE is distinctly divided into two assessment methods; a Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) component and a written terminal examination. The NEA component of the qualification accounts for 30% of the overall grade (15% practical performance in one sport and 15% oral analysis of performance), while the remaining 70% is assessed through written examinations. Practical performance marks rely heavily on students participating in Sport at club level and we would advise this for anyone opting for A-Level PE.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Sandy Lane, Blackdown, Leamington Spa, CV32 6RD |
This course is designed to help students develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of the factors that underpin physical activity and sport and use this knowledge to improve performance, to Understand how physiological and psychological states affect performance and how key socio-cultural factors influence people’s involvement in physical activity and sport. It also gives students the chance to discuss the role of technology in physical activity and sport and refine their ability to perform effectively in physical activity and sport by developing skills and techniques and selecting and using tactics, strategies and/or compositional ideas. A level PE is an excellent qualification for those with a keen interest in playing sport, and can support progression into careers in Physiotherapy, Sports Science and Nutrition amongst many others.
5 GCSEs of grade 5 and above including Maths and English. Grade 5 in GCSE PE or at least a grade 5 in GCSE Science and a sound practical background in PE evidenced in interview.
The course's content is split into six areas: Applied Anatomy and Exercise Physiology, Biomechanical Movement, Skill Acquisition, Sport Psychology, Sport and Society, and Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity and Sport. A Level PE is distinctly divided into two assessment methods; a Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) component and a written terminal examination. The NEA component of the qualification accounts for 30% of the overall grade (15% practical performance in one sport and 15% oral analysis of performance), while the remaining 70% is assessed through written examinations. Practical performance marks rely heavily on students participating in Sport at club level and we would advise this for anyone opting for A-Level PE.