GCSE PE is broken down into two main components: 

Examination and Non-Examination Assessment (NEA). 

The examination portion of the course is worth 60% of a students overall final grade. This is achieved by sitting two external examinations which are equally weighted at 30%. The theoretical element of the course is broken down into the following topic areas:

Paper 1 (30%):

• Applied Anatomy and Physiology

• Movement Analysis

• Physical Training

• Use of Data

Paper 2 (30%):

• Sports Psychology

• Socio-Cultural Influences

• Health, Fitness and Well-Being

• Use of Data

The NEA component of the course is worth 40% of a student's overall final grade. This is broken down into two main areas: Practical Performance (30%) and Analysis and Evaluation (10%). Students are assessed on their performance in three sporting activities, this must comprise of: one individual sport, one team sport and a final sport from either category. Students must also select an activity from the practical list for self-analysis and evaluation and create an action plan to bring about improvement. (Informally referred to as written coursework)