A Level PE (Physical Education)
Kingsmead School - Enfield
02083515000
196 Southbury Road, Enfield, EN1 1YQ
Course summary

Course Outline / Topics Studying A Level Physical Education will give you a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. Not only will you have the chance to perform or coach a sport through the non-exam assessment component, you will also develop a wide ranging knowledge into the how and why of Physical activity and sport. The combination of physical performance and academic challenge provides an exciting opportunity for students. You can perform, and then through the academic study improve your performance or coaching though application of the theory. Physical Education is studied though a range of different contexts and the impact it has on both ours and other’s everyday lives. You will learn the reasons why we do things, why some people out perform others, mentally and physically. You will also delve into the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs and also the influence that modern technology is having in and on physical activity and sport.

Entry requirements

How you'll be assessed

Assessment  30% Non- Exam Assessment (NEA). One practical performance, as either a coach or a performer in an activity.  NEA. One Performance Analysis task.  A total of four hours assessment split over three examination papers (2x 1 hour and 1x 2 hour) taken at the end of the two year course.  A wide range of Question types including: single mark, short answer and extended response questions.  The opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of both theory and performance skills in both your NEA and through the examinations.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityEnfield
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
Address196 Southbury Road, Enfield, EN1 1YQ