A Level PE develops a combination of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Whilst there is a practical component (30%), the majority of the course is theory and is examined at the end of the A Level
GCSE PE Grade 7 or above in both theory and practical areas. Grade 6 in Science and English is also expected in order to access the demands of A Level PE.
There are three theoretical components (Exam-70%) Paper 1 Anatomy & Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics (Exam: 2hrs) Paper 2 Skill Acquisition; Sports Psychology (Exam: Ihr) Paper 3 Sport & Society: Contemporary Issues (Exam: 1hr) There is one non-examined but assessed practical component Assessment -30%) One practical activity marked on performance and observation analysis, a spoken exam on your sport.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £35,685 - £40,740 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £26,355 |
| Address | Lavington Park, Petworth, GU28 0NB |
A Level PE develops a combination of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Whilst there is a practical component (30%), the majority of the course is theory and is examined at the end of the A Level
GCSE PE Grade 7 or above in both theory and practical areas. Grade 6 in Science and English is also expected in order to access the demands of A Level PE.
There are three theoretical components (Exam-70%) Paper 1 Anatomy & Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics (Exam: 2hrs) Paper 2 Skill Acquisition; Sports Psychology (Exam: Ihr) Paper 3 Sport & Society: Contemporary Issues (Exam: 1hr) There is one non-examined but assessed practical component Assessment -30%) One practical activity marked on performance and observation analysis, a spoken exam on your sport.