Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

This course takes a multi-disciplinary approach, encouraging the development of different methods of enquiry. Students have to draw on a range of skills to meet the demands of a syllabus which covers anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology, socio-cultural studies of sport and practical work. The course is based on the interaction between the theory and practice of Physical Education. The synoptic component of the course demands critical analysis and reflection within one area of the theory course, while the theoretical aspect of the course will help you develop your powers of interpretation and application. The practical area of the course aims to provide students with the knowledge and understanding to improve their own level of performance through skill development, coaching and officiating in their chosen sporting activity. There is an extensive range of activities to choose from to allow students to pursue their areas of expertise.