In PE you will cover a range of sporting topics in a fun, interesting and challenging way. Each teacher delivers a specialist subject area using a range of teaching styles, offering variety to the course. You will sit two exams and submit coursework too. Applied Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanical Movement looks at changes within the musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory and neuromuscular systems before exercise with a focus on how the body uses energy systems during different types of physical activity and sport. Biomechanics considers motion and forces, and their relevance to performance. Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology focuses on how skill is acquired and the impact of psychological factors on performance. Sports Psychology looks at how to optimise performance in physical activity. In Sport, Society and Technology you will develop knowledge and understanding of the interaction between, and the evolution of, sport and society. You will study technological developments in physical activity and various ethical issues will be discussed, including football hooliganism and drugs in sport.
Minimum entry requirement is grade 6 in three GCSE subjects. All students must have achieved a minimum grade 4 in both GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics. You must be participating in a sport, inside or outside College. Other than the College’s general entry requirements, there are no additional qualifications required.
Practical performance in physical activity and sport counts for 30% of your A Level mark. You will be assessed as a performer (15%). You will also complete a written analysis and evaluation of performance (15%).
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Greenhead Road, Huddersfield, HD1 4ES |
In PE you will cover a range of sporting topics in a fun, interesting and challenging way. Each teacher delivers a specialist subject area using a range of teaching styles, offering variety to the course. You will sit two exams and submit coursework too. Applied Anatomy, Physiology, and Biomechanical Movement looks at changes within the musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory and neuromuscular systems before exercise with a focus on how the body uses energy systems during different types of physical activity and sport. Biomechanics considers motion and forces, and their relevance to performance. Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology focuses on how skill is acquired and the impact of psychological factors on performance. Sports Psychology looks at how to optimise performance in physical activity. In Sport, Society and Technology you will develop knowledge and understanding of the interaction between, and the evolution of, sport and society. You will study technological developments in physical activity and various ethical issues will be discussed, including football hooliganism and drugs in sport.
Minimum entry requirement is grade 6 in three GCSE subjects. All students must have achieved a minimum grade 4 in both GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics. You must be participating in a sport, inside or outside College. Other than the College’s general entry requirements, there are no additional qualifications required.
Practical performance in physical activity and sport counts for 30% of your A Level mark. You will be assessed as a performer (15%). You will also complete a written analysis and evaluation of performance (15%).