Physical Education / Sports Studies

Assessment

Unit 01 – Physiological Factors Affecting Performance Applied anatomy and physiology Exercise physiology Biomechanics 30% of the A Level 90 Marks: 2 hour written paper Unit 02 – Psychological Factors Affecting Performance Skill Acquisition Skill acquisition Sports psychology 20% of the A Level 60 marks: 1 hour written paper Unit 03 – Socio-cultural Issues in Physical Activity and Sport Contemporary issues in physical activity and sport Sport and society 20% of the A Level 60 marks: 1 hour written paper Unit 04 – Performance or Coaching and Evaluation and Analysis for the Improvement of Performance Core and advanced skills in performing one activity or Core and advanced skills in coaching one activity 30% of the A Level 60 marks (weighted to 90 marks)