Sports Studies

Course summary

As A-level physical education combines science, psychology, sociology and practical performance it supports applications for a wide range of university courses including PE teaching; sports management; sports development, sports therapy and nutrition to name a few. In addition, the course contents of anatomy and physiology also support entry into the sports and leisure industry. For the NEA it is expected that students will be performing or coaching their activity or sport outside of school and in regular competitions (must be from the AAQA-approved activity list). It is an expectation that video evidence is collected of the student performing in their chosen activity and they will have overall responsibility of commentary of their performance. Multiple unedited videos are required to demonstrate the highest standard at which the students compete or coach providing a true reflection of their sporting or coaching ability.