Studying PE provides the foundation for entrance into a wide variety of higher education courses and careers. If you enjoy being active and understanding the psychology of sports as well as the physical aspects of exercise, then this subject is for you. The Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport and Physical Education enables students to achieve one or two Level equivalent qualifications, dependent on the number of modules studied. An OW Sixth Form Sports Scholarship is available for a talented young sportsman or woman who is currently playing at county, regional or national level in their chosen sport. The OW Sports Scholar will be expected to make a significant contribution to the sporting life of the School, representing WGS in competitive matches and attending relevant training. The award is means tested and for students living in a WV postcode; it covers one full fee-paying place.
An average GCSE score of 5.5 across a minimum of 7 subjects is required for entry to our Sixth Form along with a satisfactory school report. Further details can be found below in the key information section. Students must fulfi l the entry requirements of Wolverhampton Grammar Sixth Form and will be expected to achieve a minimum Grade 6 in Biology GCSE/IGCSE.
External assessment. The Cambridge Technical is a modules-based course. 3 of the 11 modules are assessed through written exams; the remaining 7 are internally assessed coursework. Coursework is then externally moderated. Unit 1 Body systems and the effects of physical activity. Written paper. 1 hour 30 minutes (70 marks) Unit 3 Sports Organisation and Development. 20% weighting Unit 4 Working safely in sport, exercise, health and leisure. Written paper. 1 hour 30 minutes (70 marks)
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £16,770 |
| Address | Compton Road, Wolverhampton, WV3 9RB |
Studying PE provides the foundation for entrance into a wide variety of higher education courses and careers. If you enjoy being active and understanding the psychology of sports as well as the physical aspects of exercise, then this subject is for you. The Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport and Physical Education enables students to achieve one or two Level equivalent qualifications, dependent on the number of modules studied. An OW Sixth Form Sports Scholarship is available for a talented young sportsman or woman who is currently playing at county, regional or national level in their chosen sport. The OW Sports Scholar will be expected to make a significant contribution to the sporting life of the School, representing WGS in competitive matches and attending relevant training. The award is means tested and for students living in a WV postcode; it covers one full fee-paying place.
An average GCSE score of 5.5 across a minimum of 7 subjects is required for entry to our Sixth Form along with a satisfactory school report. Further details can be found below in the key information section. Students must fulfi l the entry requirements of Wolverhampton Grammar Sixth Form and will be expected to achieve a minimum Grade 6 in Biology GCSE/IGCSE.
External assessment. The Cambridge Technical is a modules-based course. 3 of the 11 modules are assessed through written exams; the remaining 7 are internally assessed coursework. Coursework is then externally moderated. Unit 1 Body systems and the effects of physical activity. Written paper. 1 hour 30 minutes (70 marks) Unit 3 Sports Organisation and Development. 20% weighting Unit 4 Working safely in sport, exercise, health and leisure. Written paper. 1 hour 30 minutes (70 marks)
