Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

The course of study expands on many of the theoretical ideas and concepts already encountered in the Key Stage 4 PE curriculum. It also provides an enhancement for students who have studied GCSE PE by extending their knowledge of skills, techniques and effective performance. Component 1: Theory Exam - Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport. This written exam makes up 35% of the overall A level mark covering the following topics; Applied Anatomy and Physiology; Skill Acquisition; Sport and Society. Component 2: Theory Exam - Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport - This written exam makes up 35% of the overall A level mark and covers the following topics: Exercise Physiology; Sports Psychology · Sport and Society and Technology in Sport. Component 3: Practical and Written Coursework. Students have the chance to video themselves in a competitive context to select the best two halves or quarters that make up the candidate's best performance. Students will write about their attacking skills, tactics and strategies used within the game to complement the work completed in year 1. These components combined will make up 30% of the overall A level grade. The written coursework will require students to analyse in detail their weaknesses within their sport and link learnt theory to this. Marks are awarded as follows: - 15%: Students are assessed as a performer or coach in one activity 45 marks - 15%: Written analysis and evaluation of performance 45 marks