PE A Level is the study of both a depth and breadth of knowledge, understanding and skills relating to scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical education, providing dynamic theoretical and practical skills for further education or work.
Course Summary
A-level PE We study the AQA specification.
Anatomy & Physiology, Biomechanics, Skill Acquisition, Sports Psychology and Sport & Society
Assessment
A-level PE This qualification is assessed in 3 components;
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Paper 1 - Factors affecting participation in sport
Paper 2 - Factors affecting optimal performance in sport
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Practical performance in 1 activity
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Written coursework based on personal performance
Enrichment
A range of recreational and representative opportunities in; football, rugby, netball, basketball, badminton, cricket, athletics, rounders, trampolining and lacrosse.
Careers
Physical Education courses can lead to Higher Education opportunities, for example to study Sports Development and Management, Sports Business Management, Sports Science. It can lead to apprenticeships and training or employment in the sports sector. These qualifications will also help you to develop learning and skills that can be used in other life and work situations, such as completing research, working with others, planning training programmes, evaluating and making recommendations to help improve performance, creating and delivering presentations, writing reports, leadership skills and healthy living and lifestyle skills.
Contact details
Miss N Walsh – nwh@knutsfordacademy.org.uk
Mr P Lynn – pln@knutsfordacademy.org.uk
BTEC Diploma in Sport is the study of the practical skills and broad knowledge required for entrance into higher education programmes in sport, through applied learning.
Course Summary
BTEC Diploma in Sport We study the Pearson Specification;
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Fitness Training and programming
- Professional development in sport
- Sports leadership
- Fitness testing
- Practical sport
- Investigating business in sport
- Skill acquisition
- Rules and Regulations in sport
Assessment
BTEC Diploma in Sport This qualification is assessed over 9 units;
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Written exam – Anatomy & Physiology
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Written exam – Fitness Training and Programming
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Written exam – Investigating Business in Sport
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6 units requiring written assignments / practical performances
Enrichment
Football Academy for successful 6th form applicants
Careers
Physical Education courses can lead to Higher Education opportunities, for example to study Sports Development and Management, Sports Business Management, Sports Science. It can lead to apprenticeships and training or employment in the sports sector. These qualifications will also help you to develop learning and skills that can be used in other life and work situations, such as completing research, working with others, planning training programmes, evaluating and making recommendations to help improve performance, creating and delivering presentations, writing reports, leadership skills and healthy living and lifestyle skills.
Contact
Mrs N Walsh: nwh@knutsfordacademy.org.uk
PE A Level is the study of both a depth and breadth of knowledge, understanding and skills relating to scientific, socio-cultural and practical aspects of physical education, providing dynamic theoretical and practical skills for further education or work.
Course Summary
A-level PE We study the AQA specification.
Anatomy & Physiology, Biomechanics, Skill Acquisition, Sports Psychology and Sport & Society
Assessment
A-level PE This qualification is assessed in 3 components;
-
Paper 1 - Factors affecting participation in sport
Paper 2 - Factors affecting optimal performance in sport
-
Practical performance in 1 activity
-
Written coursework based on personal performance
Enrichment
A range of recreational and representative opportunities in; football, rugby, netball, basketball, badminton, cricket, athletics, rounders, trampolining and lacrosse.
Careers
Physical Education courses can lead to Higher Education opportunities, for example to study Sports Development and Management, Sports Business Management, Sports Science. It can lead to apprenticeships and training or employment in the sports sector. These qualifications will also help you to develop learning and skills that can be used in other life and work situations, such as completing research, working with others, planning training programmes, evaluating and making recommendations to help improve performance, creating and delivering presentations, writing reports, leadership skills and healthy living and lifestyle skills.
Contact details
Miss N Walsh – nwh@knutsfordacademy.org.uk
Mr P Lynn – pln@knutsfordacademy.org.uk
BTEC Diploma in Sport is the study of the practical skills and broad knowledge required for entrance into higher education programmes in sport, through applied learning.
Course Summary
BTEC Diploma in Sport We study the Pearson Specification;
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Fitness Training and programming
- Professional development in sport
- Sports leadership
- Fitness testing
- Practical sport
- Investigating business in sport
- Skill acquisition
- Rules and Regulations in sport
Assessment
BTEC Diploma in Sport This qualification is assessed over 9 units;
-
Written exam – Anatomy & Physiology
-
Written exam – Fitness Training and Programming
-
Written exam – Investigating Business in Sport
-
6 units requiring written assignments / practical performances
Enrichment
Football Academy for successful 6th form applicants
Careers
Physical Education courses can lead to Higher Education opportunities, for example to study Sports Development and Management, Sports Business Management, Sports Science. It can lead to apprenticeships and training or employment in the sports sector. These qualifications will also help you to develop learning and skills that can be used in other life and work situations, such as completing research, working with others, planning training programmes, evaluating and making recommendations to help improve performance, creating and delivering presentations, writing reports, leadership skills and healthy living and lifestyle skills.
Contact
Mrs N Walsh: nwh@knutsfordacademy.org.uk
Contact details
Miss N Walsh – nwh@knutsfordacademy.org.uk
Mr P Lynn – pln@knutsfordacademy.org.uk