Physical Education / Sports Studies

Assessment

Unit 1: Physiological factors affecting performance: This unit looks at applied anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics and technology. (30%) Unit 2: Psychological factors affecting performance: Unit two involves skill acquisition and sports psychology. (20%) Unit 3: Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport: Pupils will develop a knowledge and understanding of sport and society and contemporary issues in sport. (20%) Unit 4: Performance in physical education: Perform or coach an activity and complete a verbal evaluation and analysis of a sporting performance. (30%)