GCSE PE

Physical Education  

GCSE OCR J587

In order to study this subject at A-Level you must take it for GCSE. 

GCSE Physical Education aims to encourage students with a passion, ability and knowledge within a wide range of sports to consider their own performance in greater detail. Students will acquire knowledge in different methods of training, the psychology of sport, anatomy and physiology and the socio-cultural issues surrounding sport.

What will I study?

Paper 1: Physical factors affecting sports performance 

Paper 2: Socio-cultural issues and sports psychology 

Non-Exam Assessment: Performance in physical education

What would I enjoy about physical education?

Students will enjoy a step up in the level of their sports performance through physical development and tactical awareness. We will offer as wide a range of sports possible, including football, cricket, basketball, netball, fitness, handball, badminton, table tennis and gymnastics and more. Any sports that are not covered within our GCSE PE curriculum can be offered for assessment outside of school. Students need to have a wide range of sporting ability, as assessment will be in 3 sports: 1 team sport and 1 individual sport.

From a theoretical perspective, students will enjoy looking at training methods and sports psychology and how they affect performance. How society can dictate the sports we participate in and the social benefits sports can deliver. We will also study anatomy and physiology; bones, joints and the cardio respiratory system. Finally, we will look at the importance of diet and nutrition and how this will be adapted to a sports person’s individual requirements.

What careers is it useful for?

Professional Sports, Sports Scientist, Physiotherapist, Sports Coach, Dietician, Sports Club Management, Health Promotion, Personal Trainer and Teaching.

How is it examined?

Paper 1 – 1 hour 60 marks 30% of total GCSE

Paper 2 – 1 hour 60 marks 30% of total GCSE

Non-Exam Assessment: 3 sports performances 30% of total GCSE

Non-Exam Assessment: Self Analysis 10% of total GCSE