Why study A Level Physical Education? 

• To follow an interest in PE, Leisure and Sport
• To develop a career path in PE, Leisure and Sport

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed in two ways:

• 70% by written examinations (3)
• 30% by practical assessment (1) and coursework

Component 1

Physiological Factors affecting Performance

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics

Component 2

Psychological Factors affecting Performance

• Skill Acquisition
• Sports Psychology

Component 3

Socio-Cultural and Contemporary Issues

• Sport, Society and Technological Influences

Component 4

Performance within Physical Education

• Performance or Coaching Practical
• Evaluation of Performance

Prerequisites

• 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 to 8. If you study GCSE PE, you need to be achieving at least Grade 6 on the theory paper
• An interest in PE and Sport and the Human Body
• Ability in at least one sport is essential

What skills will I gain from studying Physical Education?

• Knowledge and understanding of the human body, Sport Psychology, Technology in Sport, Social Issues and History of Sport
• Social Skills
• Logical Thinking Skills
• Skills of Analysis

Where can Physical Education lead?

• Teaching and Lecturing
• The growing Leisure Industry
• Physiotherapy
• Sport Management
• Sports Coaching and Development
• Research in Sport Science

Additional Comment

I would advise you to talk to students in Year 12 and Year 13 about their experiences of A Level Physical Education.

What will I study?

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics
• Skill Acquisition
• Sports Psychology
• Sport, Society and Technological Influence in Sport

You will also complete an Analysis of Performance in your sport; prepare a Training Programme to improve an identified area of weakness

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