This is an ideal course for students who have an interest in both practical performance and the theoretical aspects of sport. It is a coherent and worthwhile course of study both for students who will not continue with further study of the subject beyond this qualification or as a preparation for Higher Education or employment in a sports-related field. The A Level PE course is a two year course. Students will undertake a rigorous mock exam process in A Level PE towards the end of Year 12, in order to thoroughly prepare them for the demands of Year 13 and provide a strong benchmark of current progress. Only examinations at the end of the A-Level course will count towards the final grade. At A-Level the course is examined in two part; Theory (70%) and Practical (30%) Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport What is assessed: Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology, Section B: Skill acquisition, Section C: Sport and society. How it is assessed • Written exam: 2 hours • 105 marks • 35% of A-level Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport What is assessed: Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics, Section B: Sport psychology, Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport. How it is assessed • Written exam: 2 hours • 105 marks • 35% of A-level Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport What is assessed: Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity. Plus: written/verbal analysis of performance. How it is assessed • Internal assessment, external moderation • 90 marks • 30% of A-level The AQA course is predominantly theoretically based and as such the majority of teaching focuses on the theoretical aspects documented above. Higher Education and Career opportunities This course provides an excellent foundation for candidates in coaching, sports development, the leisure industry, recreational management, the health and fitness industry and professional sport. It is also a suitable qualification for students wishing to study sports-related, or other courses, in Higher Education.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fambridge Road, Maldon, CM9 6AB |
This is an ideal course for students who have an interest in both practical performance and the theoretical aspects of sport. It is a coherent and worthwhile course of study both for students who will not continue with further study of the subject beyond this qualification or as a preparation for Higher Education or employment in a sports-related field. The A Level PE course is a two year course. Students will undertake a rigorous mock exam process in A Level PE towards the end of Year 12, in order to thoroughly prepare them for the demands of Year 13 and provide a strong benchmark of current progress. Only examinations at the end of the A-Level course will count towards the final grade. At A-Level the course is examined in two part; Theory (70%) and Practical (30%) Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport What is assessed: Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology, Section B: Skill acquisition, Section C: Sport and society. How it is assessed • Written exam: 2 hours • 105 marks • 35% of A-level Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport What is assessed: Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics, Section B: Sport psychology, Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport. How it is assessed • Written exam: 2 hours • 105 marks • 35% of A-level Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport What is assessed: Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity. Plus: written/verbal analysis of performance. How it is assessed • Internal assessment, external moderation • 90 marks • 30% of A-level The AQA course is predominantly theoretically based and as such the majority of teaching focuses on the theoretical aspects documented above. Higher Education and Career opportunities This course provides an excellent foundation for candidates in coaching, sports development, the leisure industry, recreational management, the health and fitness industry and professional sport. It is also a suitable qualification for students wishing to study sports-related, or other courses, in Higher Education.