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A Level in Physical Education

at Ekc Group, Broadstairs · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level96 weeksFull time

What the college says

Are you curious about the world of Sport and Physical Education? Do you have bundles of energy and enjoy learning about movement and why we make the decisions we do when participating in sport? Do you often wonder how and where your sport started, the creation of the rules and positions and how we perform certain moves and skills? Sport as a sector is a global powerhouse, generating billions for economies around the world and promoting values such as excellence, inclusion, teamwork, commitment and resilience when pushing the human body to the limits of its capabilities. By exploring theories and principals, you will develop your knowledge of physical education. Along the way, you will develop and hone a host of skills, practical and academic, including analysis, communication skills, leadership and problem-solving skills and many more.

What you need to get on

For an A Level programme of study, we require students to have an average point on entry score of 5.0 from their best 6 subjects, ideally including English and Mathematics. Students must also satisfy the minimum entry criteria for A Level Physical Education below. Grade 5 in at least one other predominantly written based GCSE subject (from subjects such as English Language, English Literature, History, Religious Studies or Sociology) And Grade 5 in both first and second grade GCSE Combined Sc

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • EKC Canterbury College (New Dover Road)

    New Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3AJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Canterbury

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