Physical Education

Course summary

This course offers a wide range of theoretical aspects in Physical Education and Sport. The qualification is linear and students will sit all their exams and submit all their non-exam assessment at the end of the course. Students are either assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity and will need to provide extensive video evidence of this activity. In addition they will complete a written analysis of performance. The demands on the practical performer at A-Level are extremely high and students are expected to be able to perform at an exceptionally high standard in one sporting activity or have previous experience of coaching. A Level Written Exam: Factors Affecting Performance in Physical Activity and Sport. Students are assessed in two, two hour written exams worth 35% each of the A Level. There are three units assessed; Applied anatomy and physiology, Skill acquisition and Sport and society. The question format is a combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing. The course will teach you how to improve your own and others’ performances and will link all of the theoretical aspects of this course into a practical and tangible format. Non Exam Assessment (NEA): Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport. Students are assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity against a list of advanced skills. In addition they will complete a written analysis of performance. The NEA is assessed internally and moderated externally. This part of the course is worth 30% of the A Level.