Why study Physical Education? Physical education encourages students to immerse themselves in the world of sports and PE with the chance to perform or coach a sport (through the non-exam assessment component), and delve into the how and why of physical activity and sport. Students receive a well-rounded and full introduction to the world of PE, sport and sports science. This complete grounding in the subject provides a fantastic base from which to build when you move on to higher education, employment or further training. Students can develop a range of practical skills, including communication using appropriate language, dealing with pressure, split second decision-making, analysing and evaluating performance, and more. Features of the course: You will study: Physiological factors affecting performance: applied anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, skill acquisition and sports psychology. Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport: sport and society and contemporary issues in physical activity and sport. Performance in physical education: performance or coaching and evaluation and analysis of performance for improvement.