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Physical Education

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AS/A2 pHYSICAL EDUCATION

ARE YOU...

• Thinking of becoming a Physiotherapist/Chiropractor?

• Aiming to manage a gym or leisure centre?

• Wanting to become a Personal Trainer?

• Fascinated by the human body?

• Studying other sciences?

• Really enjoy GCSE / BTEC PE?

If so, A Level Physical Education is for you.

A LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATION OVERVIEW

Theory:

One written exam: 1¾ hours

Worth 60% of AS qualification (24% of full A level course)

Practical:

Assessed via a practical moderation in 1 sport

Performance in one activity as a performer

Performance as a coach or official

Personal Performance Profile (coursework)

Worth 40% of AS qualification (16% of full A level course)

A Level Physical Education

Studying A level PE will give you a fantastic insight into the many different aspects of sport and physical activity. Not only will you have the chance to perform and either coach or umpire in your sport, you’ll also develop a wide ranging knowledge into the why and how of physical activity and sport. al of 60 credits.

Physical Education is studied through a wide range of different contexts and the impact it has on our daily lives. You will learn the reasons why we do things and why some people outperform others both physically and mentally. You will delve into the ethical considerations in sport, such as drugs and learn about the history of sport.

Where will this take me

A level PE is an excellent base for a university degree in:

- Sports science
- Health care
- Sports coaching
- Teaching
- Sports management

A level PE can also complement courses in:

- Medicine
- Biology
- Nutrition
- Psychology
- Sociology and many more

State of the Art 3G Pitch

Ysgol Harri Tudur's new 3G pitch offically opened in February 2020 by former pupils Jonathan Thomas (Wales rugby union) and Nadia Lawrence (Wales football)

Benefit from...

Use of school facilities and access to Pembroke Leisure Centre facilities, including multigym, spin bikes and sports hall for practical lesson.
Established links with local community clubs for playing, coaching and umpiring experience.

AS PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Sports you can be assessed in: (there are others)

Gymnastics

Hockey

Netball

Rounders

Rugby Union

Swimming

Tennis

Triathlon

Weightlifting

Athletics

Badminton

Basketball

Cricket

Cycling

Dance

Equestrian

Football

Golf

wjec-gce-physical-education-spec-from-2016.pdf

Specification

Options evening booklet info.pdf

Course information

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