Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

Our A Level students develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of the factors that underpin physical activity and sport. The course has been designed to allow learners to critically analyse and evaluate their physical performance and apply their experience of practical activity in developing their knowledge and understanding of the subject. Component 1 Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics Component 2 Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology Component 3 Sport and Society and Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity and Sport Component 4 Performance or Coaching and Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI)