Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

AQA’s A Level in Physical Education will equip learners with both a depth and breadth of knowledge, understanding, and skills relating to scientific, socio-cultural, and practical aspects of physical education. Content Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport: Written exam 2 hours, 105 marks, 35% of A Level Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and Society Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport: Written exam 2 hours, 105 marks, 35% of A level Section A: Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics Section B: Sport Psychology Section C: Sport and Society and Technology in Sport Non-exam assessment: Practical performance in physical activity and sport Internal assessment of written coursework, external moderation of performance or coaching: 90 marks 30 % of A-level.