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GCSE physical Education - BTEC
GCSE physical Education - BTEC
Examination Board: Pearson
Who to speak to:
Mr Nicholls
WHY SHOULD STUDENTS CHOOSE physical education?
WHY SHOULD STUDENTS CHOOSE physical education?
You should study BTEC Sport if you enjoy your PE lessons and have a passion for sport and physical activities.
This is a vocational course, where you will develop your knowledge and understanding of a practical subject by applying your learning and skills in a work-related context.
BTEC sport will give you the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.
WHAT WILL STUDENTS NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS COURSE?
WHAT WILL STUDENTS NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS COURSE?
You should take part in sport/recreation outside of class time in a number of different activities.
You will want to follow a course that develops knowledge and understanding through practical involvement.
You will be interested in the physiological and psychological impacts of sport and exercise.
You will have a desire to improve practical sports skills.
SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS
SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS
This course is suitable for students of all abilities. Depending on the cohort of students, assignment modules and briefs can be tailored to individuals. We also look at educational trips to facilitate students learning in a practical environment. During Unit 1 we run personalised intervention and support at lunch.
Course DEscription and Content
Course DEscription and Content
You will study a mixture of academic theory with applied vocational practice which aims to develop your knowledge and practical skills.
You will complete three mandatory units, which are preparing participants to take part in sport and physical activity, taking part and improving other participants sporting performance and developing fitness to improve other participants performance in sport and physical activity.
Assessment
Assessment
The first two components are internally assessed through various methods based on the assignment brief. Students will be expected to complete data analysis, reports, practical observation, presentations and lead different sporting activities. Each component contributes 30% to the overall grade awarded.
The final component is externally assessed through an exam, students have two opportunities to take the exam, with them being awarded the mark of the last exam they take. This contributes to 40% of their overall grade.
FURTHER EDUCATION AND CAREER PATHWAYS
FURTHER EDUCATION AND CAREER PATHWAYS
Post 16 opportunities from studying BTEC Sport include Level 3 Nationals in Sport or Sport and Exercise Sciences, A level PE, and, in due course, to enter employment in the sport and active leisure sector.
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