Physical Education

Course summary

The course is planned to be delivered in two theory lessons per week over two years and is an AS qualification. The practical section of this course will be delivered during a further one hour per week in the enrichment PE lessons that all Year 12 students will undertake. The course will build on concepts that have been taught in Biology and Science at GCSE, but will allow students to develop wider skills and understanding relating more specifically to: Anatomy and physiology (links to Biology) Biomechanics (links to Physics) Sports Psychology (Links to Psychology) Analysis of practical performance (PE) The practical assessment does count towards 30% of the AS qualification. Therefore, it is helpful if students are undertaking a sport outside of school. This course can be taken in addition to the 3 full A-Levels that students will be completing and will help to support applications for university in a range of subject areas, including: Physiotherapy, Teaching, Sport and Exercise Science, Sports Therapy. There are three assessment components: 2 exams of 1hr15 minutes duration (each) count for 35% each of the final grade. The NEA (internally assessed, externally moderated coursework) accounts for 30%. The decision about which units will be delivered in Years 12 and 13 will be made when staffing has been confirmed. See the below for more information: 1. PHYSICAL FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE There are three topics: Applied anatomy and physiology Exercise physiology Biomechanics, including technology in sport 2. PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIO-CULTURAL THEMES IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION There are three topics: Skill acquisition Sports psychology Sport and society 3. PERFORMANCE IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION Assessment in role of either performer or coach in one practical activity Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI)