Physical Education / Sports Studies

Assessment

Paper 1: 35% • 2 hour written exam • Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport, which cover: • Anatomy and physiology • Skill acquisition • Sport in society Paper 2: 35% • 2-hour written exam • Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport, which cover: • Exercise physiology and biomechanics • Sports psychology • Technology in sport Non-exam assessment: 30% • Assessment of performance in one sport as a player or coach in a fully competitive context, plus a written observation and analysis task. These are assessed over the duration of the course and moderated in U6.