Physical Education / Sports Studies

Assessment

Theory – 70% of A Level Two x two-hour examination papers (35% of total course grade each). Each paper contains three sections of equal weighting: • Applied exercise physiology and biomechanics. • Skill acquisition and sport psychology. • Sport and society and technology in sport. NEA Practical – 15% of A Level Students assessed as a performer or coach in a full sided version of one activity: • Area of assessment 1: Technical quality – aspect 1 (15 marks). • Area of assessment 2: Technical quality – aspect 2 (15 marks). • Area of assessment 3: Application of strategic/tactical awareness (15 marks). NEA Written – 15% of A Level • Analysis and Evaluation of Practical Performance.