Sport Science Level 1/2

Cambridge National in Sport Studies will encourage you to think for yourself about the study of sport and the application to real life practical sport, leadership and evaluation of the skills required. It will develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills that can be used in the Exercise, Physical Activity, Sport and Health sector. By developing applied knowledge and practical skills, this course will help give you the opportunity to progress on to A Levels, a Cambridge Technical in Sport and Physical Activity, an apprenticeship or university. Sport Studies careers could take a student anywhere – from coaching small groups to leading campaigns to get more people interested in sport. There will be dedicated practical lessons throughout the course and we aim to deliver many areas of the specification practically. Only one Unit of the course is examined externally, with 2 Units being examined through the completion of coursework.

What sort of student does well at this subject?

You will do well in this subject if you have a passion for sport. It is suited to students who want to develop as a team player and a leader; those who will enjoy planning and delivering their own sports session; those who have an interest in outdoor and adventurous activities. You will need to be self-motivated and organised to manage your coursework. The ability to play sport to a high standard is not a requirement.

The work you would do:

• R184: Contemporary issues in sport - Written paper (OCR set and marked -1 hour 15 mins)

• R185: Performance and leadership in sports activities - Coursework tasks, internally assessed

• R187: Increasing awareness of outdoor and adventurous activities - Coursework tasks, internally assessed

Further information is available from Miss C Mitchell.