A-level Physical Education will build on the knowledge and understanding previously acquired at GCSE level. The content of the course will address physiological, and psychological factors affecting performance, socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport, and contemporary topics in sports such as the impact of ergogenic aids, technology, and the increasing commercialization of sport. Topics that are covered include: - Physiological factors affecting performance - Psychological factors affecting performance - Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport - Performance in physical education (NEA)
Grade 6 in GCSE Physical Education. Preferably Triple Science Biology Grade 5. Where Triple Science is not taken, grade 5 in GCSE Double Award (Higher Tier). Grade 5 or above in English Literature and/or English Language. Grade 5 or above in Mathematics.
• Physiological factors affecting performance (01) – 90 marks – 2 hours written paper – 30% of total A-level • Psychological factors affecting performance (02) – 60 marks – 1 hour written paper – 20% of total A-level • Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport (03) – 60 marks – 1 hour written paper –20% of total A-level • Performance in physical education (04) – 60 marks – Non-exam assessment (NEA) –30% of total A-level
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Bromwich Road, St John's, Worcester, WR2 4AF |
A-level Physical Education will build on the knowledge and understanding previously acquired at GCSE level. The content of the course will address physiological, and psychological factors affecting performance, socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport, and contemporary topics in sports such as the impact of ergogenic aids, technology, and the increasing commercialization of sport. Topics that are covered include: - Physiological factors affecting performance - Psychological factors affecting performance - Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport - Performance in physical education (NEA)
Grade 6 in GCSE Physical Education. Preferably Triple Science Biology Grade 5. Where Triple Science is not taken, grade 5 in GCSE Double Award (Higher Tier). Grade 5 or above in English Literature and/or English Language. Grade 5 or above in Mathematics.
• Physiological factors affecting performance (01) – 90 marks – 2 hours written paper – 30% of total A-level • Psychological factors affecting performance (02) – 60 marks – 1 hour written paper – 20% of total A-level • Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport (03) – 60 marks – 1 hour written paper –20% of total A-level • Performance in physical education (04) – 60 marks – Non-exam assessment (NEA) –30% of total A-level