Studying A-Level Physical Education will give you a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. The course offers a multi-disciplined approach to the study of physical education. You will learn the reasons why we do things and why some people outperform others, mentally and physically. You will also delve into the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs and the influence that modern technology is having in and on physical activity and sports. The course is extremely diverse, allowing you to explore and enhance your physical ability in addition to bridging the gap between the arts and the sciences. Many students study PE as they realise the importance of studying a subject that they enjoy. If you're passionate about sport, driven to find out how you can improve your performance, interested in the biological processes that allow our bodies to push themselves to their physical peak and keen to understand what gives Olympic champions the psychological edge over their competitors then A-Level PE is for you! Our commitment and rigour in teaching will enable you to feel confident and secure in the knowledge required to be successful in this subject. As a department, we have consistently secured top grades for our students.
● five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above; ● at least a Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths; ● at least a Grade 6 in the subject you wish to study.
The assessment structure is simple. All areas of content are compulsory. You will receive a well-rounded and full introduction to the world of PE, sports, and sports science. 30% of the course is Non-Exam Assessment (NEA). The NEA comprises of two elements: one practical performance, as a performer and in one activity and one performance analysis task, the evaluation of performance for improvement (EPI). The remaining 70% will be assessed through a written assessment, a total of three written papers: Paper 1 - Physiological Factors Affecting Performance, Paper 2 - Psychological Factors Affecting Physical Education, and Paper 3 - Socio-cultural Themes in Physical Education.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £26,325 |
| Address | 22-24 Pont Street, Chelsea, Knightsbridge, SW1X 0AA |
Studying A-Level Physical Education will give you a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. The course offers a multi-disciplined approach to the study of physical education. You will learn the reasons why we do things and why some people outperform others, mentally and physically. You will also delve into the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs and the influence that modern technology is having in and on physical activity and sports. The course is extremely diverse, allowing you to explore and enhance your physical ability in addition to bridging the gap between the arts and the sciences. Many students study PE as they realise the importance of studying a subject that they enjoy. If you're passionate about sport, driven to find out how you can improve your performance, interested in the biological processes that allow our bodies to push themselves to their physical peak and keen to understand what gives Olympic champions the psychological edge over their competitors then A-Level PE is for you! Our commitment and rigour in teaching will enable you to feel confident and secure in the knowledge required to be successful in this subject. As a department, we have consistently secured top grades for our students.
● five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above; ● at least a Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths; ● at least a Grade 6 in the subject you wish to study.
The assessment structure is simple. All areas of content are compulsory. You will receive a well-rounded and full introduction to the world of PE, sports, and sports science. 30% of the course is Non-Exam Assessment (NEA). The NEA comprises of two elements: one practical performance, as a performer and in one activity and one performance analysis task, the evaluation of performance for improvement (EPI). The remaining 70% will be assessed through a written assessment, a total of three written papers: Paper 1 - Physiological Factors Affecting Performance, Paper 2 - Psychological Factors Affecting Physical Education, and Paper 3 - Socio-cultural Themes in Physical Education.
