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GCE A Level in Physical Education

at St Paul'S Catholic School, Milton Keynes · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Students will have the chance to analyse critically and evaluate their physical performance and apply their experience of practical activity in developing their knowledge and understanding of the subject. This course will prepare students for further study of PE or Sports Science courses as well as other related subject areas such as Psychology, Sociology and Biology. Students will also develop the transferrable skills that are in demand by further education, Higher Education and employers. This course will create confident, independent thinkers and effective decision makers who can operate effectively as individuals or as part of a team – all skills that will enable them to stand out and effectively promote themselves as they progress through life. Students MUST be actively participating in a sports club outside of school to access the course.

What you need to get on

34 points minimum. A GCSE in PE at Grade 4 is preferred. Students who have not studied PE GCSE can be considered for the course in consultation with the Head of Department.

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

  • St Paul's Catholic School

    Phoenix Drive Leadenhall, Milton Keynes, MK6 5EN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Milton Keynes

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