Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

Students are introduced to a wide range of topics and concepts enabling them to fully experience the subject. This gives a good clear basis for those who wish to build on this in further education. Students also get to see where they fit in with physical activity and sport and how to improve their performance either as a coach or a performer. Course content: • Physiology • Psychological factors affecting performance • Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport • Performance in physical education (NEA) Career pathways: Broadcasting, Coach, Events Management, Exercise and Fitness Instructor, Nutritionist, P.E Teacher, Performance Analyst, Physiotherapy, Referee.