Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

Throughout the course of study learners are encouraged to develop an awareness of the role of physical education in society and its application to many situations. The aims of the course are to develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of the factors that underpin physical activity and sport and use this knowledge to improve performance. Students will explore how physiological and psychological states affect performance and learn about the key socio-cultural factors that influence people’s involvement in physical activity and sport. Students will develop their understanding of the role of technology in physical activity and sport and learn about the contribution which physical activity makes to health and fitness. They will have the opportunity to refine their ability to perform effectively in physical activity and sport by developing skills and techniques and selecting and using tactics, strategies and/or compositional ideas. The various skills required by the specification contribute to students’ life-long learning by developing their ability to analyse and evaluate to improve performance. The course enables students to develop as effective and independent learners and as critical and reflective thinkers with curious and enquiring minds. Students are given the opportunity to become confident, effective decision makers who can operate effectively as individuals or as part of a team and deal with pressure.