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GCE A Level in Physical Education

at The Bishop'S Stortford High School, Bishop's Stortford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level23 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Physical Education offers an exciting opportunity for students who have a passion for sport and want to understand how to improve performance through theory. The theory aspect of the course is broken down into 6 main areas which are examined through two written papers. The areas of study are: Applied Anatomy & Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics including Technology, Skill Acquisition, Sport Psychology and Sport and Society. As a result of studying the above sections of the course, you will gain an understanding of how the body works during sport, how skills and techniques are acquired and utilised within sport and also the current issues surrounding sport. For the practical assessment you will be expected to perform one sport and an oral piece of coursework about your sport which has 30% weighting of the overall course.

What you need to get on

Overall Pathway requirements: 3 A levels - at least 44 from your best 8 GCSEs (and at least grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language or Literature) or BTEC and 1 A level - at least 34 points from your best 8 GCSES (and at least grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language or Literature) plus subject requirement: 6 in GCSE Physical Education or, if not studied, 5 in GCSE Biology separate science or 5 in all Biology modules in combined science

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

  • The Bishops Stortford High School

    Beaumont Avenue, Bishops Stortford, CM23 4SH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bishops Stortford
  • 1 September 2027 · Bishops Stortford

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