Physical Education / Sports Studies

Assessment

The course has three distinct modules of equal weighting and each will be assessed by a two hour examination at the end of the two year course. 1. Physiological Factors Affecting Performance (written examination) 30% • Applied anatomy and physiology • Exercise physiology • Biomechanics 2. Psychological Factors Affecting Performance (written examination) 20% • Skill acquisition • Sport psychology 3. Socio-Cultural Issues in Physical Activity and Sport (written examination) 20% • Sport and society • Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport 4. Performance in Physical Education (non-examination assessment) 30% • Performance or coaching • Evaluation and analysis of performance for improvement (EAPI)