Why study PE?

The study of Physical Education will help you develop a large range of transferable skills, encompassing both theory and practical elements. Students who choose Physical Education usually show a strong interest and passion for exercise and sport and regularly play outside of school.

What will I study?

The course is 60% theory and 40% practical. Within the practical you will cover a range of sports and complete a fitness programme.

The theory covers a broad spectrum of subject content and some of the units are listed below.

• Applied anatomy and physiology
• Biomechanics
• Social cultural issues
• Psychology
• Training principles and methods
• Diet and nutrition
• Drugs in sport
• First aid and injuries
• Components of fitness
• Healthy active lifestyle

How will I study?

Including Core PE lessons, you will have five PE lessons a week, of which three will be theory lessons. The theory lessons will be classroom based and will work on the examination part of the course. You will experience a variety of learning styles and teaching methods to give you the best opportunity to learn all the information needed for the final exam. The other two lessons will be practically based and will focus on your ability in a range of activities.

How will I be assessed?

 The course is broken down into 60% theory and 40% practical. The practical is assessed by three practical performances, each worth 10% of their overall grade. The final 10% of the practical is assessed through completing a Personal Exercise Programme.

The understanding of the theory is assessed through two examination papers, covering all aspects learned from both the theory and practical lessons, including the topics listed above.

Please see Mr Dodson for more information.