Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

The A Level Physical Education qualifications allow students to play to their physical strengths and gain dynamic theoretical knowledge for further education or a career in the sporting industry. The course has been designed to challenge and support students as well as give them an insight into different areas of physical education such as applied anatomy and physiology, skill acquisition, and sport in society. A Level PE is not an easy subject as it involves studying 4 different aspects including physical performance. It is highly recognized by Universities as a good A Level due to the diversity of its content. Studying PE at A Level can be a useful ‘stepping stone’ towards a variety of career options in the sporting sector. This could be in the leisure industry, teaching, physiotherapy, coaching, sports psychology, sports journalism, and sports medicine, to name but a few. However, due to its diversity and well-respected theoretical foundations, there are many different career paths that the course can lead to - not just sports-related!