Course Content Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Applied Anatomy and Physiology: ● Cardio-respiratory system ● Cardiovascular system ● Respiratory system ● Neuromuscular system ● The musculo-skeletal system and analysis of movement Skill Acquisition: ● Skill, skill continuums and transfer of skills ● Impact of skill classification on structure of practice for learning ● Principles and theories of learning and performance ● Use of guidance and feedback ● Memory models ● Information processing Sport and Society: ● Emergence of globalisation of sport in the 21st century ● The impact of sport on society and of society on sport ● The role of technology in sport. Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Exercise Physiology: ● Diet and nutrition and their effect on physical activity and performance ● Preparation and training methods in relation to maintaining physical activity and performance ● Injury prevention and the rehabilitation of injury Biomechanical Movement: ● Biomechanical principles ● Levers ● Linear Motion ● Angular Motion ● Projectile Motion ● Fluid Mechanics Sport Psychology: ● Aspects of personality ● Attitudes ● Arousal ● Anxiety ● Aggression ● Acheivement motivation theory ● Social Facilitation ● Group Dynamics ● Importance of goal setting ● Attribution theory ● Self-efficacy and confidence ● Leadership Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport: ● Concepts of physical activity and sport ● Development of elite performers in sport ● Ethics in sport ● Drugs in sport ● Violence in sport ● Sport and the law ● Impact of commercialisation on physical activity and sport and the relationship between sport and the media Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport
A Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Physical Education. If GCSE Physical Education has not been studied, a Grade 6 in a GCSE Science is required, alongside suitable evidence of regular engagement with competitive sport, for example: ● A letter from school stating level of participation and performance ● Power of Ten records (if an athlete) ● Video evidence of a performance ● Competition records (such as timings/score cards/results sheets etc.)
Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport (Non- Exam Assessment) Section 1: ● Assessment in students’ chosen sport as either a performer or coach - 15% of overall mark ● Written or verbal analysis and evaluation of either the student’s own performance or that of another - 15% Assessment
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford, WD25 0UU |
Course Content Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Applied Anatomy and Physiology: ● Cardio-respiratory system ● Cardiovascular system ● Respiratory system ● Neuromuscular system ● The musculo-skeletal system and analysis of movement Skill Acquisition: ● Skill, skill continuums and transfer of skills ● Impact of skill classification on structure of practice for learning ● Principles and theories of learning and performance ● Use of guidance and feedback ● Memory models ● Information processing Sport and Society: ● Emergence of globalisation of sport in the 21st century ● The impact of sport on society and of society on sport ● The role of technology in sport. Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Exercise Physiology: ● Diet and nutrition and their effect on physical activity and performance ● Preparation and training methods in relation to maintaining physical activity and performance ● Injury prevention and the rehabilitation of injury Biomechanical Movement: ● Biomechanical principles ● Levers ● Linear Motion ● Angular Motion ● Projectile Motion ● Fluid Mechanics Sport Psychology: ● Aspects of personality ● Attitudes ● Arousal ● Anxiety ● Aggression ● Acheivement motivation theory ● Social Facilitation ● Group Dynamics ● Importance of goal setting ● Attribution theory ● Self-efficacy and confidence ● Leadership Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport: ● Concepts of physical activity and sport ● Development of elite performers in sport ● Ethics in sport ● Drugs in sport ● Violence in sport ● Sport and the law ● Impact of commercialisation on physical activity and sport and the relationship between sport and the media Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport
A Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Physical Education. If GCSE Physical Education has not been studied, a Grade 6 in a GCSE Science is required, alongside suitable evidence of regular engagement with competitive sport, for example: ● A letter from school stating level of participation and performance ● Power of Ten records (if an athlete) ● Video evidence of a performance ● Competition records (such as timings/score cards/results sheets etc.)
Component 1: Factors Affecting Participation in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 2: Factors Affecting Optimal Performance in Physical Activity and Sport Written Paper: 2 hours (105 marks) Weighting: 35% of total A Level marks Content: Combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Component 3: Practical Performance in Physical Activity and Sport (Non- Exam Assessment) Section 1: ● Assessment in students’ chosen sport as either a performer or coach - 15% of overall mark ● Written or verbal analysis and evaluation of either the student’s own performance or that of another - 15% Assessment