A-Level Physical Education allows students to pursue their sporting passions, the course delivers a well-rounded and full introduction to the world of PE, sport and sports science, providing a strong base from which to move on to higher education, employment or further training. The emphasis throughout the course is on the development of knowledge, application of knowledge, competence and confidence in a wide variety of skills. You will learn how Physical Education affects and contributes to society and also how to apply your knowledge from this course to any number of different practical situations or career choices.
Qualification – A Level
Examination Board - AQA
Specification – View on the AQA Website
Subject Lead: Mrs Conroy
A Level Physical Education builds on students’ experience from Key Stage 4 and GCSE to enhance their knowledge and increase their understanding of the factors that affect performance and participation in Physical Education.
Students will develop knowledge and understanding of the changes within the body systems prior to exercise, during exercise of differing intensities and during recovery. They will learn to interpret data and graphs relating to changes within the musculo- skeletal, cardio-respiratory and neuro-muscular systems and the use of energy systems during different types of physical activity and sport, and the recovery process.
Students will sit all their exams and submit all their non-exam assessment at the end of the course.
Paper 1 – Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport
2 hour written exam (35% of A-Level)
Paper 2 – Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport
2 hour written exam (35% of A-Level)
Non-exam assessment – Practical performance in physical activity and sport
Students assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity. (30% of A-level)
Academy Entry Requirements: A minimum of five GCSE grades 9 – 4.
The variety in the course is what I love the most. We delve into sports science, psychology, history, sociology, and even the laws of sport. Plus, the practical activities make the lessons enjoyable. Using hands-on methods to learn theories and key concepts is really effective. Plus spending a day at Leeds Beckett University, utilizing their top-notch facilities, has intensified my passion for pursuing a career in sport.
How to apply
You can find full details on how to apply to our sixth form on the Admissions page
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