Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

Students will study the following topics over the two years: - Applied anatomy and physiology - Skill Acquisition - Sport and society - Exercise Physiology - Biomechanical Movement - Sport Psychology - Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport Students will also be required to take part in sport as either a performer or coach and complete a performance analysis in a chosen sport. During the AS and A2 Physical Education course, students will build upon the skills, knowledge and understanding gained at Key Stage 4 and GCSE P.E. Students will study various aspects of sport, including, social, global, anatomy and physiology and skill. Alongside this, practical performance and understanding of performance analysis will be developed. Students are expected to take an active part during lessons, working individually, in pairs or small groups. Homework tasks will include research, reading around the subject, planning, writing essays and practical performance, thus requiring a high level of commitment, self- discipline and a strong work ethic.