Sport and Exercise Science - Vocational (equivalent to 2 A Levels)
Edgbarrow School - Bracknell Forest
01344772658
Grant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ
Course summary

BTEC offers students the opportunity to achieve A Level equivalent qualifications that are work related and vocational. The principle difference between A Level and BTEC is the method of assessment. Assessment is done through a range of presentations, case studies, practical tasks, written assignments and external assessment. For each assessment you will be graded a Pass, Merit or Distinction. Students continually know where they are and what they need to do to improve their grade. Much of the content is similar to the A Level in PE. Year 12 Scheme of work: Anatomy, Physiology, Field and Lab based Fitness Testing, Biomechanics Year 13 Scheme of work: Sports Psychology, Coaching for Performance and Fitness, Specialised Fitness Training, Applied Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Science

Entry requirements

Level 2 BTEC in PE at Merit level or above or GCSE PE at grade 4 or above.

How you'll be assessed

Assessment is done through a range of presentations, case studies, practical tasks and written assignments. Anatomy, Physiology and Psychology are tested in an exam and this is worth 25 % of your final grade. For each assessment you will be graded a Pass, Merit or Distinction. Depending on the assessment process and the size of the unit points are given.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBracknell Forest
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGrant Road, Crowthorne, RG45 7HZ