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Physical Education

at The Broxbourne School, Broxbourne · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Unit: H555: A-level in Physical Education Physiological factors affecting performance (01) This section explores applied anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology and biomechanics. It contributes to 30% of the overall A-level. Psychological factors affecting performance (02) This section considers skill acquisition and sports psychology. It contributes to 20% of the overall A-level. Socio-cultural issues in physical activity and sport (03) The third section explores sport and society, contemporary issues in physical activity and sport. It contributes to 20% of the overall A-level. Performance in physical education (04) Candidates will be assessed in their performance or coaching in one activity. This unit will also include an Evaluation of Performance for Improvement (EPI) where candidates are required to complete an oral analysis of one activity by evaluating the performance and advising on how to improve. This practical unit will contribute to 30% of the overall A-level.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 or Grade 5 in GCSE PE and minimum of 16/20 in their 1st sport. Distinction in NCFE Health & Fitness

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 Broxbourne School

    High Road, Broxbourne, EN10 7DD

    EveningClassroom based
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