Course outline This course is a two year linear qualification, this means that students will sit both their exams and submit their non-exam assessment (NEA) at the end of the course. The A level examination (70%) will consist of two papers, both 2 hours long, the remaining 30% NEA will consist of a performance assessment (in the form of video evidence) and an analysis of performance. Lesson structure and expectations The A level examination papers will be made up of a variety of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions, this will be covered during classroom based theory lessons across seven units: • Applied anatomy and physiology • Skill acquisition • Sport and society • Exercise physiology • Biomechanical movement • Sport psychology • Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport For the NEA it is expected that students will be performing or coaching their activity or sport outside of school and in regular competitions (must be from the AQA approved activity list). It is an expectation that video evidence is collected of the student performing in their chosen activity and they will have overall responsibility for commentary of their performance. Multiple unedited videos are required demonstrating the highest standard at which the students compete or coach providing a true reflection of their sporting or coaching ability. Course requirements A grade 5-5 in combined science or a 5 in biology, as well as a grade 4 in English language is required. Where students have also studied GCSE PE, a grade 5 is also required. Next steps As A level physical education combines science, psychology, sociology and practical performance it supports applications for a wide range of university courses including PE teaching; sports management; sports development, sports therapy and nutrition to name a few. In addition the course contents of anatomy and physiology also supports entry into the sport and leisure industry.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Flitwick Road, Ampthill, Bedford, MK45 2NU |
Course outline This course is a two year linear qualification, this means that students will sit both their exams and submit their non-exam assessment (NEA) at the end of the course. The A level examination (70%) will consist of two papers, both 2 hours long, the remaining 30% NEA will consist of a performance assessment (in the form of video evidence) and an analysis of performance. Lesson structure and expectations The A level examination papers will be made up of a variety of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions, this will be covered during classroom based theory lessons across seven units: • Applied anatomy and physiology • Skill acquisition • Sport and society • Exercise physiology • Biomechanical movement • Sport psychology • Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport For the NEA it is expected that students will be performing or coaching their activity or sport outside of school and in regular competitions (must be from the AQA approved activity list). It is an expectation that video evidence is collected of the student performing in their chosen activity and they will have overall responsibility for commentary of their performance. Multiple unedited videos are required demonstrating the highest standard at which the students compete or coach providing a true reflection of their sporting or coaching ability. Course requirements A grade 5-5 in combined science or a 5 in biology, as well as a grade 4 in English language is required. Where students have also studied GCSE PE, a grade 5 is also required. Next steps As A level physical education combines science, psychology, sociology and practical performance it supports applications for a wide range of university courses including PE teaching; sports management; sports development, sports therapy and nutrition to name a few. In addition the course contents of anatomy and physiology also supports entry into the sport and leisure industry.