A Level Physical Education focuses on performance and participation in sport. This involves applying sport physiology, psychology and sociology to practical performance. Experienced staff and excellent facilities will aid your practical performance in your chosen field, which often improves dramatically through applying acquired knowledge to training and competition.
At least a grade 6 at GCSE PE (if studied), or at least a 6 in GCSE Biology.
Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport. Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and society Written exam: Two hours. 105 marks. 35% of A Level. Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport. Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics Section B: Sport psychology Section C: Sport, society and technology in sport Written exam: Two hours. 105 marks. 35% of A Level. Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £37,350 - £42,714 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £24,486 |
| Address | School House, Maze Green Road, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2PQ |
A Level Physical Education focuses on performance and participation in sport. This involves applying sport physiology, psychology and sociology to practical performance. Experienced staff and excellent facilities will aid your practical performance in your chosen field, which often improves dramatically through applying acquired knowledge to training and competition.
At least a grade 6 at GCSE PE (if studied), or at least a 6 in GCSE Biology.
Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport. Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and society Written exam: Two hours. 105 marks. 35% of A Level. Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport. Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics Section B: Sport psychology Section C: Sport, society and technology in sport Written exam: Two hours. 105 marks. 35% of A Level. Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport