Physical Education
Key Stage 5
Meet the Staff
Mr P Crowley
BEd
Mr S A Clarke
BA
Mr A L Metcalf
BA
Mr G J Money
BA

PE (KS5):
The A Level course takes a multi-disciplinary approach, encouraging the development of different methods of enquiry drawn from a wide range of disciplines,with the focal point being the performer and the performance. The specifications are based on the interaction between the theory and practice of Physical Education.
The course leads to qualifications at AS and A2 level. Candidates take 3 units in the lower sixth (AS) and 3 in the upper sixth (A2).
Content: At AS Level candidates study the following:
* Application of Anatomical and Physiological
Knowledge to Improve Performance
* Acquiring and Performing Movement Skills
* Contemporary Studies in Physical Education
* Performance and its Improvement through Critical
Analysis
Content: At A2 Level candidates study the following:
* Exercise and Sport Physiology: the response of the
body to performance and training
* Psychology of Sport Performance
* Historical Studies of Physical Education
* The Improvement of effective performance and critical
evaluation of the practical activities
All units (except 2) are assessed via written examination
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