Marple College
Marple
A Level Physical Education is an ideal course for learners who wish to develop their understanding of key issues within sport. You will study anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, and the impact of exercise on the body systems. You will study the psychology of sports performance and how performers acquire and develop skills within sports. You will also study sport in society. This includes topics such as the history of sport in the UK, the impact of technology upon performance, and deviance in sport.
College 16-18
04/09/2023
- 2 Years
A Levels
A-Level Physical Education allows learners to study PE in an academic setting, allowing them to critically evaluate their physical performance and apply their knowledge and understanding to aid in their understanding of this subject. This course prepares learners for the further study of PE or Sports Science courses as well as other related subject areas such as Psychology, Sociology and Human Biology. Learners will also develop the transferable skills that are in demand by higher education and employers in all sectors of industry.
A Level Physical Education enables you to apply for higher education courses in sports science, sports management, healthcare, or exercise and health. It can also complement further study in subjects such as biology, human biology, physics, psychology, nutrition and sociology.
PE teacherSports coachPhysiotherapySports therapy/rehabFitness instructorSports psychologySports nutrition
Learners are assessed three final theory exams that are worth 70% of their final grade:
Component 1: Physiological factors affecting performance is worth 30% and lasts 2 hours.
Component 2: Psychological factors affecting performance is worth 20% and lasts 1 hour.
Component 3: Socio-cultural issues in sport and physical activity is also worth 20% and lasts 1 hour.
The remaining 30% of the course is non-exam assessment. Learners’ performance in one sport is assessed, with a practical score giving them up to 15%, and you will also undertake an oral exam that is worth 15%.
4:30am - 7:00pm
A Levels
A Levels
A Levels
