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Physical Education A Level (OCR)
Head of Department:
Mr J Thompson
Teaching Staff:
Mr J Thompson Ms E Teague Mr K Rich
Course Content
There are three theoretical components (Exam - 70%):
Paper 1 Anatomy & Physiology; Exercise Physiology; Biomechanics (Exam: 2hrs)
Paper 2 Skill Acquisition; Sports Psychology (Exam: 1hr)
Paper 3 Sport & Society; Contemporary Issues (Exam: 1hr)
There is one non-examined but assessed practical component (Assessment - 30%):
One practical activity
marked on performance and observation analysis, a spoken exam on your sport.
Overview
A Level PE develops a combination of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Whilst there is a practical component (30%), the majority of the course is theory and is examined at the end of the A Level.
Expectations
Students are encouraged to participate fully in lessons, whether this be in discussion or debate-led lessons, practical work, group tasks or independent activities. It is important that private study time is utilised effectively; revisiting lesson content, spending time on prep tasks and researching topics further. It is important to ask for help when it is needed from the start of the course.
Future Pathway
What can you use A Level PE for? Entry onto any degree course at university (points for UCAS entry); Apply to a sports related degree course at university: Sports Coaching/Teaching; Sports Management; Sport with Finance & Business; Strength & Conditioning Coach; Sports Psychology; Sports Nutrition; Sports Medicine; Sports Physiology and Sports Therapies.
Key Skills
Development of physical motor skills; research analysis; teamwork; presentation.
Recommended Entry Requirements
GCSE PE Grade 6 or above in both theory and practical areas, Grade 6 in Science and English is also expected in order to access the demands of A level.
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