Building on our long tradition of sporting excellence and the development of our Elite Sports Academies, we are very pleased to be offering Advanced Level Physical Education and Sports to students entering our senior school. OCR’s Advanced level GCE in Physical Education seeks to develop the student’s knowledge, understanding, skills, and application for physical education and sport. This specification is a refreshing and innovative approach to the study of Physical Education (PE) and sport at an advanced level. Students will develop an understanding of how sports science can be used to enhance their performance. Sports Physiology and Biomechanical Movement: This unit is divided into two subject areas: the first delves into the science behind the musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory, and neuromuscular systems. Other topics you will study include energy systems, principles of training, nutrition, and health components of fitness. The second area looks at biomechanical movement which includes an analysis of human movement and focuses on Newton’s Laws and lever systems. Sports Psychology and Skill Acquisition: In Year 12, students will develop a knowledge and understanding of how athletes acquire and develop movement skills and use guidance/feedback to aid performance. The Year 13 course is more focused on how group dynamics can affect performance and how elite sports performers mentally prepare for exercise by using the attribution theory and stress management techniques. History of Sport and Contemporary Sporting Issues: Students will learn about the development of sport in the United Kingdom and how it has influenced society and sporting cultures today, as well as contemporary issues such as sponsorship, media, drugs, and violence in sports. Students will also look at the enhanced use of technology in sports performance. Practical Aspect: The fundamental ethos for this unit is to engage participants in two tasks. Students will be assessed as performers or coaches in their favorite sport (check the OCR website for the list of possible sports), where we expect students to compete every week. In addition, students will observe the performance of an individual, provide verbal analysis of their strengths and weaknesses, and create a development plan to improve their performance.
A GCSE points score of at least 50. Grade 4 or higher in both English Language and Mathematics. 6 in GCSE PE, or 6 in Biology (66 in Dual Science) if PE was not studied.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| Address | Langton Lane, Nackington Road, Canterbury, CT4 7AS |
Building on our long tradition of sporting excellence and the development of our Elite Sports Academies, we are very pleased to be offering Advanced Level Physical Education and Sports to students entering our senior school. OCR’s Advanced level GCE in Physical Education seeks to develop the student’s knowledge, understanding, skills, and application for physical education and sport. This specification is a refreshing and innovative approach to the study of Physical Education (PE) and sport at an advanced level. Students will develop an understanding of how sports science can be used to enhance their performance. Sports Physiology and Biomechanical Movement: This unit is divided into two subject areas: the first delves into the science behind the musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory, and neuromuscular systems. Other topics you will study include energy systems, principles of training, nutrition, and health components of fitness. The second area looks at biomechanical movement which includes an analysis of human movement and focuses on Newton’s Laws and lever systems. Sports Psychology and Skill Acquisition: In Year 12, students will develop a knowledge and understanding of how athletes acquire and develop movement skills and use guidance/feedback to aid performance. The Year 13 course is more focused on how group dynamics can affect performance and how elite sports performers mentally prepare for exercise by using the attribution theory and stress management techniques. History of Sport and Contemporary Sporting Issues: Students will learn about the development of sport in the United Kingdom and how it has influenced society and sporting cultures today, as well as contemporary issues such as sponsorship, media, drugs, and violence in sports. Students will also look at the enhanced use of technology in sports performance. Practical Aspect: The fundamental ethos for this unit is to engage participants in two tasks. Students will be assessed as performers or coaches in their favorite sport (check the OCR website for the list of possible sports), where we expect students to compete every week. In addition, students will observe the performance of an individual, provide verbal analysis of their strengths and weaknesses, and create a development plan to improve their performance.
A GCSE points score of at least 50. Grade 4 or higher in both English Language and Mathematics. 6 in GCSE PE, or 6 in Biology (66 in Dual Science) if PE was not studied.