A Level PE at JRCS

Course Outline

Aims of the course are :

- To increase physical competency

- To develop involvement in physical activity

- To increase ability to make decisions

Course Requirements

To be successful on the A Level course you will need:

Minimum Science grade B - compulsory

GCSE PE (Minimum grade C)- desired

Strong theory knowledge required due to the high demands of the course.

AS Year 1

Unit G451 – Introduction to Physical Education

Anatomy and Physiology

Acquiring Movement Skills

Social Cultural Studies

This unit counts for 60% of your overall AS grade

Assessed through 2 hour exam

AS Year 1

Unit G452 – Acquiring, developing and evaluating practical skills

Practical performance in 2 sports – this can either be as a performer, coach or as an official.

This is worth 40% of overall AS grade.

Assessed through verbal feedback to teacher and examiner.

A2 Year 2

Unit G453– Principles and concepts across different areas of physical education

Section A – Historical Studies

Section B – Biomechanics, Exercise and Sport Physiology

Worth 70% of the overall grade – Exam 2 hours 30 minutes

A2 Year 2

Unit G454 - The improvement of effective performance and the critical evaluation of practical activities.

Worth 30% of overall grade.

Assessed through verbal feedback to teacher and examiner.

Any questions then ask a member of the PE

Department.