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Physical Education

at Maiden Erlegh School, Reading · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The course covers the following areas of study: Contemporary studies - exploring a range of issues surrounding the modern sporting world; Anatomy and Physiology of the human body; Acquisition of Skill - focusing on how humans learn, coaching methods and learning environments; History of sport; Exercise physiology - how the body prepares itself and recovers from exercise; Sports psychology - study of mental preparation and how to avoid the undermining of peak physical condition by anxiety and negative psychological factors.

What you need to get on

5 GCSE�s at grade 5+ (or Merit+ in equivalents). If the 5 passes does not include English (language or literature) and mathematics of grade 5+, students must, in addition, achieve at least a grade 4 in English (language or literature) and mathematics. In addition, a grade 4 or above in Combined Science GCSE. Grade 5 or above in PE 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

  • Maiden Erlegh School

    Silverdale Road Earley, Reading, RG6 7HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Reading

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