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Sport & Physical Education A Level

at Sir John Lawes School, Harpenden · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

You will need a natural interest in sporting activity and a willingness to examine sport critically from several perspectives. You will need to be prepared to involve yourself in practical work, but you do not have to be an outstanding sports person to be successful as you can choose to be assessed as a coach/leader rather than a performer if you so desire.

What you need to get on

A grade 6 or above in GCSE PE, as well as an APS of 4.5 or above.

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

  • Sir John Lawes School

    Manland Way, Harpenden, AL5 4QP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Harpenden

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