Subject Overview:

Cambridge IGCSE Physical Education (PE) is accepted by universities and employers as proof of knowledge and understanding of PE. The aims of the course are to enable students to:

• develop their knowledge and understanding of the theory underpinning physical performance in a modern world

• use and apply this knowledge and understanding to improve their performance

• perform in a range of physical activities, developing skills and techniques, and selecting and using tactics, strategies and/or compositional ideas

• understand and appreciate safe practice in physical activity and sport

• understand and appreciate the benefit of physical activity and sport for health, fitness and well-being

• gain a sound basis for further study in the field of Physical Education.

The syllabus provides candidates with an opportunity to study both the practical and theoretical aspects of PE. It is also designed to foster enjoyment in physical activity. The knowledge gained should enable candidates to develop an understanding of effective and safe physical performance.

Candidates will study all of the following topics:

1. Anatomy and physiology

2. Health, fitness and training

3. Skill acquisition and psychology

4. Social, cultural and ethical influences

Candidates will also undertake four different physical activities chosen from at least two of seven categories. Physical activities make a significant contribution to syllabus aims and objectives, serving as a source of material to facilitate learning.

Assessment Objectives

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical principles that underpin performance in physical activity / sport.

2. Apply knowledge and understanding of the theoretical principles to a variety of physical activities / sports, including the analysis and evaluation of performance.

3. Demonstrate the ability to select and perform appropriate skills to produce effective performance in practical activities.

In School Assessment

Practical assessment: Students will study one sport around every term. The choice of sports will be at the discretion of the teacher and is decided by the interests and abilities of the students, the expertise of the staff, the facilities and equipment available and the number of students in the class. Students will be expected to analyse and evaluate their performance in each sport and plan strategies for future development.

End of Unit Tests: These are made up of questions from past IGCSE PE exam papers. These tests, along with homework and in class questions help to generate report and target grades for the theory component of the course.

External Assessment

To pass Cambridge IGCSE PE, candidates are assessed under two compulsory components: Component 1: Theory Exam - 1 hour 45 mins (100 marks)

● This component of the course carries a 50% weighting

Component 2: Coursework - Four sports from at least two of the seven categories

● This component of the course is internally assessed but externally moderated and also carries a 50% weighting.