Studying Level Physical Education provides students with a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. Students will have the chance to perform or coach a sport through the non-examined assessment (NEA) component but also develop a wide-ranging knowledge of the hows and whys of physical activity and sport. The combination of physical performance and academic challenge provides an exciting opportunity for students, allowing them to perform and then improve their performance or coaching through the application of theory. The course develops transferable skills including decision-making, psychological understanding of people, independent thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills as well as thinking and acting under pressure. Due to the practical nature of 30% of the qualification, each student who studies Level Physical Education must take an active role in the extracurricular sporting opportunities offered at Emanuel. The theory element of the course, which is worth 70% of the qualification, focuses on seven major topics: 1. Applied anatomy and physiology 2. Exercise physiology 3. Biomechanics 4. Skill acquisition 5. Sports psychology 6. Sport and society 7. Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport The NEA element of the course, which is worth 30% of the qualification consists of two elements: • One practical performance, as either a coach or a performer in an activity (15%) • One performance analysis task (15%)
In general, a 7 at GCSE is the minimum grade you will need to achieve in a subject to be able to study it at Emanuel at A level. Additionally, if you wish to study Mathematics or Physics at A level you will need at least an 8 at GCSE, and those studying Physics at A level must also be studying A level Mathematics. In addition, we require the average grade criteria to be met. This standard indicates that a pupil will be able to study independently, and can successfully access the very much more challenging material presented by the A-level courses. To take this course successfully at A Level you should have a 9, 8 or 7 in GCSE Physical Education. Subjects you need to be good at to do well in this subject: Biology. 30% of the qualification is exercise physiology-based. Students must have a keen interest in Biology and perform well in this subject at IGCSE, preferably achieving at least a 7 grade. It will also help to have an interest in psychology, biomechanics and socio-cultural issues
A total of three hours’ assessment split over three examination papers taken at the end of the two-year course, covering 70% of the qualification. A wide range of question types including single mark, short answer and extended response questions. The opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of both theory and performance skills in both the NEA and in examinations.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,061 |
| Address | Battersea Rise, London, SW11 1HS |
Studying Level Physical Education provides students with a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. Students will have the chance to perform or coach a sport through the non-examined assessment (NEA) component but also develop a wide-ranging knowledge of the hows and whys of physical activity and sport. The combination of physical performance and academic challenge provides an exciting opportunity for students, allowing them to perform and then improve their performance or coaching through the application of theory. The course develops transferable skills including decision-making, psychological understanding of people, independent thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills as well as thinking and acting under pressure. Due to the practical nature of 30% of the qualification, each student who studies Level Physical Education must take an active role in the extracurricular sporting opportunities offered at Emanuel. The theory element of the course, which is worth 70% of the qualification, focuses on seven major topics: 1. Applied anatomy and physiology 2. Exercise physiology 3. Biomechanics 4. Skill acquisition 5. Sports psychology 6. Sport and society 7. Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport The NEA element of the course, which is worth 30% of the qualification consists of two elements: • One practical performance, as either a coach or a performer in an activity (15%) • One performance analysis task (15%)
In general, a 7 at GCSE is the minimum grade you will need to achieve in a subject to be able to study it at Emanuel at A level. Additionally, if you wish to study Mathematics or Physics at A level you will need at least an 8 at GCSE, and those studying Physics at A level must also be studying A level Mathematics. In addition, we require the average grade criteria to be met. This standard indicates that a pupil will be able to study independently, and can successfully access the very much more challenging material presented by the A-level courses. To take this course successfully at A Level you should have a 9, 8 or 7 in GCSE Physical Education. Subjects you need to be good at to do well in this subject: Biology. 30% of the qualification is exercise physiology-based. Students must have a keen interest in Biology and perform well in this subject at IGCSE, preferably achieving at least a 7 grade. It will also help to have an interest in psychology, biomechanics and socio-cultural issues
A total of three hours’ assessment split over three examination papers taken at the end of the two-year course, covering 70% of the qualification. A wide range of question types including single mark, short answer and extended response questions. The opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of both theory and performance skills in both the NEA and in examinations.