Physical Education

Assessment

This two-year course consists of three examinations at the end of Year 13 as well as practical performance and coursework. The Physiological Factors unit is assessed in a 2-hour paper worth 90 marks and is worth 30% of the final A-level grade. The Psychological Factors unit is assessed in a 1-hour paper worth 60 marks and is worth 20% of the final A-level grade. The Socio-Cultural Issues in Physical Activity is assessed in a 1-hour paper worth 60 marks and is worth 20% of the final A-level grade. The Performance in Physical Education unit consists of Performance/Coaching and the EAPI (Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement). Each learner will be assessed as either a performer or a coach in one sport from the approved list.