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Physical Education

at The Crompton House Church of England Academy, Oldham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

PE provides a range of learning opportunities: • Theoretical - Anatomy & Physiology, Skill Acquisition, Socio- Cultural Studies, Sport Psychology, exercise Physiology and Historical Studies - this work is learnt in a variety of ways; • Visual - use of videos, powerpoints, demonstrations, use of ICT • Auditory – pupils presenting to their peers • Kinaesthetic – Practical sessions, two lessons a week. Some theory lessons are also done practically Who should choose A level PE? • those with a genuine interest and ability in practical Physical Education • those with an eye to a career in leisure (sport science, psychology, coaching, sport development, physiology) teaching, physiotherapy, nursing, management • those who wish to combine a good A Level with a variety of others – with Science - Biology and Physics, or Humanities - History, Geography, English • those who can research and follow it up • those who can openly discuss issues • those who would like to have practical lessons • and most of all, those who will enjoy it!

What you need to get on

Average Point Score: 4.0 English Language GCSE Grade 4 Grade 4 in this subject (or equivalent) at 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

  • Crompton House Church of England Academy

    Rochdale Road Shaw, Oldham, OL2 7HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Oldham

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