Physical Education / Sports Studies

Assessment

Paper 1 – Factors Affecting Participation and Physical Activity in Sport 35% of A Level. 2-hour written examination. 105 marks. Three sections: Section A – Applied Anatomy & Physiology (35 marks). Section B – Skill Acquisition (35 marks). Section C – Sport & Society (35 marks). Paper 2 – Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport. 35% of A Level. 2 hour written examination. 105 marks. Three sections: Section A – Exercise Physiology & Biomechanics (35 marks). Section B – Sport Psychology (35 marks). Section C – Sport & Society & technology in sport (35 marks). Practical performance in Physical Activity and sport. 30% of A Level. Internal assessment with external moderation. 90 marks. Students are assessed as either a player/performer or coach in the FULL-SIDED version of ONE activity (15% of non-exam assessment). Written/verbal analysis & evaluation of performance (15% of non-exam assessment).