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Physical Education A Level

at Oldham Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Jump into the world of sport and discover the depth and detail of what goes on at the elite level, examine sport and what it takes to excel from a range of perspectives… Have you ever wondered how your sports gear affects how fast you can sprint? Do you know how sport psychologists operate to gain the maximum possible performance in athletes? Are you aware of how society has shaped the sports we see everyday? Do you know what you should be eating to get the best out of your workouts? If you are passionate about playing and competing in your sport, or want to work in the sports industry in the future, Physical Education is for you.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 passes (grade 4 or above) at GCSE, including in both English and Maths (not including Level 2 vocational qualifications). It is beneficial to your practical grade to be currently competing in either an individual or team sport.

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

  • Oldham Sixth Form College

    Union Street West, Oldham, OL8 1XU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Oldham

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