Physical Education
Course: A Level PE
Exam Board: OCR
Primary Contact: Rob Fretwell
Entry Criteria: 5 GCSE grades 9-5, including English and Mathematics, and grade 5 in GCSE PE (if studied) or grade 5-5 in GCSE Combined Science. Must compete or coach regularly in at least 1 sport at club level.
Subject Twitter: @PeHgsc
Key Information
A Level physical education is a practical and engaging course which will prepare learners for the further study of Physical Education or sports science courses as well as other related subject areas such as psychology, sociology and biology. Our learners develop theoretical knowledge and understanding of the factors that underpin physical activity and sport and use this knowledge to improve performance. They understand how physiological and psychological states affect performance and learn the key socio-cultural factors that influence people’s involvement in physical activity and sport. A Level Physical Education is an academic course and is recognised by all of the top universities in the country. This course is perfect for those who have studied GCSE PE at KS4.
Units
Anatomy & Physiology
Sport Psychology
Practical Performance or Coaching
Contemporary issues in sport
Possible Career Paths
Professional coach, teacher or athlete
Sport Psychologist
Physiotherapist
Complementary Courses
Biology
Psychology