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AS/A2 Physical Education

at The Commonweal School, Swindon · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

During the first year of the course, students will study two units of work, each of which having two separate strands. They will discover how we develop physical skills, through the 'Skill Acquisition' unit. In this unit they will also look in depth at Sport and Society, which explores how sport has emerged and impacted upon various different cultures. The second unit includes 'Anatomy and Physiology' and 'Biomechanics' in which students will not only learn about the different body systems, their responses to physical activity and the importance of maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle, but will also develop an understanding and appreciation of the analysis of movement through a mechanical breakdown of physical activity. In the second year, students will study three units of work; 'Anatomy & Physiology', 'Sport and Society' and 'Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology'. The 'Anatomy and Physiology' unit looks in greater depth at how the human body functions during sport and exercise. Within this area of study, students will develop an understanding of how energy systems, nervous control and muscle mechanics all play a part in allowing the body to perform an infinite range of movements. 'Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology', not only looks at how individuals take on and refine skills but also allows students to develop an appreciation of the psychological processes that affect sports performance. The final unit 'Sport and Society' focuses on how and why our country has d

What you need to get on

A minimum requirement of a B grade at GCSE PE is required. A Level candidates need to be participating at club level in their strongest sport and have a keen interest in and knowledge of sport. Candidates should also be aware that the course is predominantly theory based; because of the theoretical nature of the subject a BTEC Sport qualification is unsuitable for this course.

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

  • Commonweal Sixth Form

    THE MALL, SWINDON, SN1 4JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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