Course information
Physical Education / Sports Studies
Felsted School - Essex
01371822600
Stebbing Road, Felsted, CM6 3LL
Course summary

This exciting programme incorporates the traditional disciplines of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology and nutrition, which are studied in the context of sport, exercise and health. The course suits pupils who enjoy scientific study and would welcome the opportunity to apply their knowledge to sport. This course complements a wide variety of other subjects and provides excellent preparation for an extensive range of university degrees. You develop the ability to apply scientific principles to sport, to analyse human performance critically and objectively, to question data and appreciate the value of the scientific method, and to understand the position and ethical values of sport in an international context. It should be noted that there is no assessment of your practical sporting ability either in practice or competition. It is an excellent option for anyone considering a career in sports science or performance-related analysis, but also for those interested in nutrition, physiotherapy, biomedical sciences, health and fitness and the leisure industry.

Entry requirements

All candidates are expected to achieve a minimum of 32 points across their best six subjects at GCSE (or equivalent), plus a grade 6 in subjects they wish to study at A Level or Higher Level in the IB Diploma.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: 20% Multiple choice questions on the core syllabus. Paper 2: 35% Section A: Questions on the core syllabus Section B: one extended-response question on the core syllabus (choice of three). Paper 3: 25% Short answer questions on two options studied. The remaining 20% is awarded for an internally assessed practical investigation and the completion of a Group 4 Science project.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding FeeDay £28,815; Boarding £35,310 - £44,100
Sixth Form FeeUnknown
AddressStebbing Road, Felsted, CM6 3LL