Welcome To A Level PE
The A Level PE course is delivered by Mr Hockridge, Mr Grattan, Mr Lloyd and Mr Peake. Each of these teachers have taught their individual area for numerous years and have gained an expertise in their areas.
A Level P.E -Course Structure
Individual Qualities and Study Demands
Students who choose to study A-Level in Physical Education will be required to carry out independent research into different areas of the topic and have an enthusiasm for reading around the subject area. An ability to work to deadlines, in small groups and individually is a must for this subject.
You are required to have a high interest in the subject and ideally compete and participate regularly in competitive sport.
Content |
Assessment |
Weighting |
Applied anatomy and physiology
Topic headings:
Skill acquisition: Topic headings:
Sport and Society: Topic headings:
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2 Hour exam
Questions |
35% |
Exercise Physiology:
Topic headings:
Sport psychology: Topic headings:
Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport : Topic headings:
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2 Hour exam
Questions |
35% |
Practical Assessment: Performance in fully competitive context in one sport Analysis of performance:
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Practical: Videoed evidence of one sport Analysis: Written evidence |
30% (15% performance and 15% analysis) |
All students will initially follow the full A Level course, however, if required, students may be entered to complete the AS exam at the end of Year 12.
Entry Requirements
Grade 5 or above in either GCSE PE or science and play regular competitive sport.