Physical Education
Physical Education introduces you to the changes within the body systems prior to exercise, during exercise and in recovery. It focuses on how skill is required and the impact of psychological factors on performance. You will gain knowledge and understanding of the interaction between, and the evolution of, sport and society.
As the course progresses into Year 2, you will investigate the adaptions of the body systems through training and lifestyle, and undertake biomechanical analysis of sporting movements. You will gain an understanding of the role that sports psychology plays in optimising performance of elite athletes, and how the development of technological advances impacts sport today.
Exam board: We study AQA Physical Education.
Entry Requirements: As well as the standard Sixth Form requirements, you must also have a GCSE Grade 5 or above in Biology, or a 5-5 in Combined Science.
Key Content: During Year 1, we cover the topics of Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Skill Acquisition and Sport and Society. In Year 2, we move on to Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, Sports Psychology, Sport and Society, and Technology in Sport. Please note that you will be assessed on your practical ability to participate in a sport, demonstrating attacking, defending skills and tactical awareness to the best of your ability. This is accompanied by a detailed biomechanical analysis of your performance.
What is the work like?
As an example of the kind of work that you will cover during the A-Level course, please find the pre-A-Level material that we asked Year 11 to complete before starting their course with us in September.
Assessment
Paper 1: Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport. 35% of qualification.
Paper 2: Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport. 35% of qualification.
Practical Performance in physical activity and sport. 30 % of qualification.
Who do I contact if I have any questions?
Mrs Pickles will be happy to answer any questions that you might have. You are welcome to email her on danielle.pickles@twynhamschool.com
To ask a PE student more about the course, please email student@twynhamsixthform.com and they will be happy to help you.
