Physical Education / Sports Studies

Course summary

This course will develop your theoretical knowledge of a range of topics and all of the lessons are theory based. However, you will also be assessed practically, and this will consist of you performing as a player or coach in one practical activity. You will also develop your understanding of a sport by completing an analysis of your performance and a project researching the provision and development of that activity. In theory lessons, you will gain an understanding of: anatomy, physiology, movement analysis, skill acquisition, sport psychology and sport history and sociology.