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Level 3 Advanced GCE in Physical Education

at St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Physical Education brings together a fascinating range of topics, including Anatomy and Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Sports Psychology, Sociology, History and Technology. If you have a real love for Sport and like to analyse the world’s top players and teams, this could be the course for you. The diverse nature of this subject means that it complements many subjects and is highly attractive to potential employers and universities. It demonstrates knowledge in an array of sport-related disciplines and the nature of the work develops observation and analysis skills which are highly sought in future employment or study.

What you need to get on

Five passes in GCSE at grade 4 or above. One of the five passes will include English at grade 4 or higher. GCSE Grade 5 in PE if studied and Grade 4 in 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

  • ST ROBERT OF NEWMINSTER

    St. Robert of Newminster Rc Comprehensive School Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Washington

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