A Level PE
Assessment Objectives :
2 exams
1 practical assessment
1 written coursework
Paper 1 (35%); Factors affecting participation in physical activity and sport (2 hours, 105 marks)
Section A - Applied Anatomy and physiology
Section B - Skill Acquisition
Section C - Sport and Society
Paper 2 (35%); Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport (2 hours, 105 marks)
Section A - Exercise physiology and biomechanics
Section B - Sport Psychology
Section C - Sport and Society and technology in sport
Non-exam assessment (30%); Practical performance in physical activity and sport
Practical assessment of 1 sport. 90marks.
The non-exam assessment (NEA) aspect of the qualification requires students to develop their ability and aptitude in physical activity, demonstrating appropriate skills and techniques outlined below. This aspect of the specification requires students to:
perform a range of skills and techniques in physical activity and sport
make decisions, implement strategies, tactics and/or compositional ideas, and apply knowledge and understanding of rules and regulations while performing physical activity and sport
apply knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts, principles and methods to physical activity and performance
evaluate performance in physical activity and sport, applying relevant knowledge and understanding.
There are two aspects to the NEA:
1. performance assessment (practical performance)
2. performance analysis assessment (analysis and evaluation)
Where can an A Level in PE lead?
PE is a highly respected A level. A good grade in A level PE demonstrates to an employer that you have a solid understanding of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics and the psychology surrounding sports performance. There are many possible career paths that it will create for you, for example: Physiotherapist, chiropractor, PE teacher, Sports coach, data analyst and many more