Physical Education

Course Overview

he Physical Education A-Level will appeal to those students who:

Have a keen interest in sport and are regularly involved in performing or coaching.
Want to develop knowledge and understanding of the scientific factors that underpin performance in physical activity and sport.
Want to analyse, evaluate and improve their own sporting performance.

Find Your Feet

Our study suite of Find Your Feet tasks have been designed to give you a taster of college life and the work involved by each subject. We recommend that you complete this work so that you know what to expect in September and to help you to choose the right subjects. There is no limit on how many subjects you can try, so find your feet in our study suite.

It is important to note that this work has no bearing on entry requirements and any work completed will not be marked or graded.
It is not required for you to bring any completed work with you in September, however, we would love for you to share your hard work.
It is a great platform to start your learning conversations with teaching staff and peers in September.

Download your A Level Physical Education Find Your Feet task here

Course Topics

Scientific Principles of Physical Education

Applied anatomy and physiology
Exercise physiology
Biomechanics

Psychological and Social Principles of Physical Education

Skill acquisition
Sport psychology
Sport and society

Practical Performance
Performance Analysis and Performance Development Programme

Course Features

This course will provide an in-depth knowledge and understanding of a range of scientific and social principles of Physical Education

There is the opportunity to be assessed on your practical ability as a performer or coach

You will experience high quality and varied practical lessons in state-of-the-art facilities at Fenton Manor Sport Complex

Outstanding facilities – you will have access to physiology labs, nutrition labs, a state of the art fitness centre, a 33 metre swimming pool as well as 4G AstroTurf

ASSESSMENT

Exams -70%
Coursework- 15%
Practical – 15%

Awarding Body: Pearson Edexcel

Results

2017 Results: 100%

Where Courses Become Careers

A wide range of careers in sport including, nutritionist, physiologist, physiotherapist, teacher, fitness professional, sports development officer, outdoor education instructor, sports psychologist and sports coach.

Make your mark

How SFC will help you to boost your CV by developing your skills and qualifications…

Studying PE develops students’ creativity through a range of practical experiences.
Students will develop problem-solving skills in a range of practical and theoretical situations including the analysis of their own performance.
Communication skills will be tested and developed through a range of practical learning experiences
Sports Degrees are delivered by local and national universities. Achieving high grades on this course can get you places at top sports universities such as Loughborough, Birmingham and Bath.