The Joseph Rowntree School

KS5 - Physical Education

A Level (AQA)

There are 7 different topic areas within the course which span from anatomy, sports psychology to the development of technology.

The topic areas are:

  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Skill acquisition
  • Sport and society
  • Exercise physiology
  • Biomechanical movement
  • Sport psychology
  • Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport

 

EXAM ASSESSMENT

A level: two written papers – 2 hours per exam worth 105 marks each. 70%.

PRACTICAL & WRITTEN COURSEWORK

Internal assessment with external moderation as a practical performer or coach in a full sided game which must be videoed combined with a written analysis of performance. 90 marks and worth 30% of A2.

 

a level physical education detailed course breakdown.pdf

 

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