A-Level Physical Education
Saint Michael's Catholic High School - Hertfordshire
01923673760
High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, WD25 0SS
Course summary

To develop knowledge and understanding in a broad range of topics relating to Physical Education and Sport. Applied Anatomy and physiology - How the body changes and respond during exercise. Skill Acquisition – How we learn & develop physical skills. Sport and Society – How sport has evolved in society and how the two interact. Exercise physiology – How the body systems adapt and evolve as a result of physical training. Biomechanical movement –How the laws of motion and forces has are relevant in sport. Sports psychology – How psychology can be used in sport to help optimise performance. Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport – How sport has evolved in society and how technology has developed to allow the evolution.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 or above in GCSE Physical Education Theory paper Grade 6 or above in GCSE Combined Science or grade 6 or above in GCSE Biology Grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language Grade 5 or above in GCSE Mathematics Students must be enthusiastic sports performers who regularly compete either inside or outside of school.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 - Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport Written examination - 2 hours (35% of A-level) Section A: Applied anatomy and physiology Section B: Skill acquisition Section C: Sport and Society Paper 2 - Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport Written examination - 2 hours (35% of A-level) Section A: Exercise physiology and biomechanics Section B: Sport psychology Section C: Sport and society and technology in sport Practical Assessment (30% of A-level) 15% Assessment of attacking/defensive skills and strategy and tactics (video evidence required) 15% Analysis and Evaluation

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityHertfordshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressHigh Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, WD25 0SS