Sports Studies
Cramlington Learning Village - Northumberland
01670712311
Highburn, Cramlington, NE23 6BN
Course summary

In year 12, learners will study the following mandatory units: • Unit 1: Body systems and the effects of physical activity • Unit 2: Sports coaching and activity leadership • Unit 3: Sports organisation and development. These units will give learners an understanding of sport in the wider contexts of coaching and leadership, anatomy and physiology, the body’s short and long term responses to physical activity and the framework of sport in the UK and the organisations involved. Learners will also develop transferable skills such as planning, communication, adaptability and leadership. In year 13, students complete a further 2 units from the optional list. These will be selected to suit the strengths of the group. Examples of the units include: • Sports injuries and rehabilitation. • Biomechanics and movement analysis. • Physical activity for specific groups. • Practical skills in sport and physical activities. These units are assessed through coursework.

Entry requirements

Students are expected to have 3 Grade 5 GCSEs including: • Grade 4 English Language. Prior study of Sport/ PE is not a requirement but it will help.

How you'll be assessed

Units 1 and 3 are assessed by exam and marked by OCR. All the other units are internally assessed by centre staff and externally moderated by OCR. The units are graded Pass, Merit, and Distinction. The qualification is graded Pass, Merit, Distinction, Distinction*.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNorthumberland
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHighburn, Cramlington, NE23 6BN