Physical Education
Higher
Course Overview
Within the Physical Education course the pupils will work to improve their performance in selected activities whilst developing their knowledge and understanding of the physical, mental, social and emotional factors that influence their performance within the activities.
Physical Education at Higher level comprises of two elements which are:
Performance Skills – candidates are graded in relation to the performance assessment standards in two activities. The two activities selected are at the discretion of the school after discussion with the pupils.
Factors Impacting Performance – candidates will develop knowledge and understanding of the factors, which can impact on performance and how performance can be developed. This focuses on the; physical, social, emotional and mental aspects of performance. Included in these topics are fitness, physiology, skill development, tactical awareness, preparation for performance and evaluating performance. Candidates must also undertake a Personal Development Plan. The course assessment for this area is a two and a half hour external exam set by the SQA.
The course is supplemented with extensive online materials that have been developed by the PE department to support the candidates' learning. Candidates will also be expected to complete an extensive amount of self-directed study and homework which will average around 2 hours per week.
Faculty Principal Teacher
Mr I Stanger
Assessment Methods
Component 1: Question Paper (2 hours 30 minutes, 50 Marks)
Component 2: Performance (30 Marks)
Entry Requirements
National 5 Physical Education at A or B
or
The ability to demonstrate Higher Level performance skills in 2 activities and relevant academic achievement in written based subject(s)
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