Ideal for students intending to pursue any career for which an understanding of the human body is desirable and for those with a passion for Sport. Course Content: Over the two years, A Level PE students will study a range of topics within PE. The course is split into 5 components. Component 1- Physical Factors affecting Performance. This is where students will learn about applied anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology and biomechanics. Component 2 - Psychological Factors affecting Performance. This is where students will learn about skill acquisition and sports psychology. Component 3 - Social-Cultural issues in Physical Activity and Sport. This is where students will learn about Sport and society and Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity and Sport. Component 5 - Practical Sport Performance. This is where students will focus on 1 sport and perform either practically or coach that Sport. Component 6 - Evaluating and Analysing Performance for Improvement. This is where students will watch a performance and comment on how they can improve using knowledge from the other components. Progression: Students progress to sports related degrees or directly to employment in the sport and leisure industry. Career options include Coaching, Fitness Training, Osteopathy, PE Teaching, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Sports Development Officer, Sports Therapy.
Entry Requirements: Grade 6 or above in GCSE Physical Education is preferable. A grade 5 in English and Biology would be beneficial. Students should be highly proficient in one sport from the OCR list and they must be playing regularly and competing within that sport.
Assessment: The A Level PE is a mixture of exams, practical and coursework. 3 written examinations (Components 1 -3) Component 1 is 2 hours (30%). Component 2 is 1 hour (20%) Component 3 is 1 hour (20%) Component 5 - Students are assessed in the role of either performer or coach in one practical activity. They are required to demonstrate effective performance, the use of tactics or techniques and the ability to observe the rules and conventions under applied conditions.(15%) Component 6 - Students are also assessed in the Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI). They observe a live or recorded performance by a peer and provide an oral analysis and critical evaluation of their peer’s performance. (15%)
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | St. Georges Park, Binfield, Bracknell, RG42 4FS |
Ideal for students intending to pursue any career for which an understanding of the human body is desirable and for those with a passion for Sport. Course Content: Over the two years, A Level PE students will study a range of topics within PE. The course is split into 5 components. Component 1- Physical Factors affecting Performance. This is where students will learn about applied anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology and biomechanics. Component 2 - Psychological Factors affecting Performance. This is where students will learn about skill acquisition and sports psychology. Component 3 - Social-Cultural issues in Physical Activity and Sport. This is where students will learn about Sport and society and Contemporary Issues in Physical Activity and Sport. Component 5 - Practical Sport Performance. This is where students will focus on 1 sport and perform either practically or coach that Sport. Component 6 - Evaluating and Analysing Performance for Improvement. This is where students will watch a performance and comment on how they can improve using knowledge from the other components. Progression: Students progress to sports related degrees or directly to employment in the sport and leisure industry. Career options include Coaching, Fitness Training, Osteopathy, PE Teaching, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Sports Development Officer, Sports Therapy.
Entry Requirements: Grade 6 or above in GCSE Physical Education is preferable. A grade 5 in English and Biology would be beneficial. Students should be highly proficient in one sport from the OCR list and they must be playing regularly and competing within that sport.
Assessment: The A Level PE is a mixture of exams, practical and coursework. 3 written examinations (Components 1 -3) Component 1 is 2 hours (30%). Component 2 is 1 hour (20%) Component 3 is 1 hour (20%) Component 5 - Students are assessed in the role of either performer or coach in one practical activity. They are required to demonstrate effective performance, the use of tactics or techniques and the ability to observe the rules and conventions under applied conditions.(15%) Component 6 - Students are also assessed in the Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI). They observe a live or recorded performance by a peer and provide an oral analysis and critical evaluation of their peer’s performance. (15%)