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Physical Education A Level

at The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A level Physical Education is a fully linear course so assessment of a student’s knowledge and understanding of the whole course takes place at the end of the 2 years of study. Studying A level Physical Education will give you a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. Not only will you get the chance to perform in your sport through the non-exam assessment component, you will also gain a wide ranging knowledge into the how and why of physical activity and sport. The combination of physical performance and academic challenge provides an exciting opportunity for students. You can perform, and then through the academic study, gain the knowledge to improve yours and others’ performance through application of the theory. What will I learn on this A level course? • Develop your knowledge and understanding of applied anatomy and physiology • Discover how biomechanical movement impacts on physical activity • Understand how psychology can influence the performance of an individual and/or team • Explore the interaction between and the evolution of sport and society • Improve your own performance through greater understanding of analysis and evaluation A level Physical Education demands a high level of commitment, dedication and cooperation from students in addition to a high level of sporting ability. The higher the level of performance, the greater the marks. Several topics covered are developments of GCSE work but many are new. The course will allow students w

What you need to get on

Please contact the provider directly for entry requirements.

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 North Halifax Grammar School

    MOOR BOTTOM ROAD, HALIFAX, HX2 9SU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · HALIFAX

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