Physical Education / Sports Studies
Wigston College - Leicestershire
01162881611
Station Road, Wigston, LE18 2DS
Course summary

1. Anatomy & Physiology: The Skeletal and Muscular Systems, Joints and Movement, The Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems, Energy Systems, Altitude/Heat and the Effects on the Body. 2. Diet, Nutrition and Performance: Components of Diet, Ergogenic Aids, Drugs in Sport. 3. Biomechanics: Levers and Forces, Angular and Linear Motion, Projectile Motion, Movement Analysis with Technology. 4 Training Methods: Types of Training, Aerobic, Flexibility, Strength, Training and its Effect on Diseases. 5 Skill Acquisition: Skill Classification and Learning, Guidance and Feedback, Psychological, Personality and Aggression, Arousal and Motivation, Group Dynamics. 6 Socio-cultural Issues in Physical Activity and Sport Contemporary issues in sport: Sport and Society, Evolution of Sport, The Media and Commercialisation, Modern Technology.

Entry requirements

GCSE Grade 5 PE or merit in a vocational sport qualification and Grade 5,5 in Combined Science. If you have not studied this subject at GCSE level you will need a professional sport qualification at Grade 5, 5 in Combined Science.

How you'll be assessed

Physiological factors effecting performance (01): 2hr written paper (30%) Physiological factors effecting performance (02): 1hr written paper (20%) Socio-cultural issues in physical activities and sport: 1hr written paper (20%) Performance in physical education: NEA (30%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityLeicestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressStation Road, Wigston, LE18 2DS