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Physical Education/Sports Studies

at Kings Priory School, North Shields · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course will appeal to pupils who have already shown a strong performance in GCSE. The focus of the specification is on participation and performance in physical activity as part of a balanced, active and healthy lifestyle. The course is mainly academic with a greater breadth of sporting issues covered than at GCSE. Students will be interested in furthering their ability and understanding of topics such as anatomy, energy systems, culture of sport, funding of sport and skill classification in classroom and practical situations. There are elements of self-study and an expectation that students’ interest in the subject will lead them to keep informed of current developments in sport which will enable them to apply their academic knowledge to a range of situations. The course that run is OCR A Level PE.

What you need to get on

At least a grade 6 in Physical Education at GCSE is needed to access this course. At least a grade 4 in English, Maths and Science as well. If a pupil has not taken GCSE PE then at least a Level 5 in English, Maths and Science is required. Regular participation in one sport outside of school is essential.

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

  • Kings Priory School

    Huntingdon Place, North Shields, NE30 4RF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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