GCE A Level in Physical Education
at Hazel Grove High School, Stockport · school or sixth form
What the college says
This course is for anyone moving on from GCSE with an interest in sport and physical education. You might be choosing it because you are headed for a career in the sports industry, though it will equip you with transferable skills such as teamwork, resilience and leadership that can be used in a wide range of careers. You will need enthusiasm and a commitment to training and performing regularly in a chosen sport. A Level PE combines well with subjects including physics, chemistry, biology and psychology.
What you need to get on
Sixth Form Entry Requirements: Grade 6 or better in Mathematics and English, together with a further 4 GCSE subjects at Grade 6 or better. Subject Specific Entry Requirements: Grade 7 in Physical Education at GCSE.
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
Hazel Grove High School
Jacksons Lane Hazel Grove, Stockport, SK7 5JX
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Stockport
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