Physical Education (PE) A-level
90980
- Start:
- September
- Duration:
- 2 years
- Level:
- 3
Course Details
Studying A-level PE will allow you to develop an understanding of what it takes to become and elite level athlete.
Physiological, sociological and psychological aspects make this a dynamic course that has numerous dimensions.
Understanding these concepts and applying them to practical situations will hopefully refine your own sporting performance in your chosen area of specialism.
You will need a minimum or five GCSEs, including Grade 5 in English Language together with four other subjects at Grade 4 or above (one of the four subjects must include Maths).
Additional entry requirements:
- You must have studied GCSE PE or Level 2 BTEC Sport and have achieved at least a grade 5 (GCSE) or Distinction (BTEC).
- You must also have achieved at least a grade 4 in GCSE Science.
- Given the practical content of this course, you must play competitive sport outside of School / College.
The College will always treat each applicant as an individual. Should you not have or not expect to obtain the grades stated above, or not have relevant industry-related experience, the College would still welcome your application for this course as this will enable us to identify whether this course is, in fact, the right course for you or whether another course may be more appropriate.
All course offers will be subject to satisfactory interview and reference.
Component 1:
Exploring concepts in physical education. Written
examination: 2 hours 35% of qualification. Contextualised questions to include
multiple choice, data response, short and extended answers.
Component 2:
Evaluating physical education. Written examination: 2 hours
35% of qualification. A range of questions to include data response, short and
extended answers.
Component 3:
Improving personal performance in physical education non-exam
assessment 30% of qualification:
- Practical performance in one activity as a player/ performer or coach
- Analysis and evaluation of personal performance
- University
- Higher/Degree Apprenticeship
- Employment
University Guarantee
Every Sefton Sixth Form College student who successfully achieves a Level 3 qualification and meets attendance and entry requirements, is guaranteed a place on a course at the Hugh Baird University Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that we are often asked:
You will take three subjects over two years.
We offer a small number of BTEC courses at Sefton Sixth Form College. You can study one BTEC course alongside your two A-levels.
It is not expected that a student would attend both sites, but the feasibility of this would be discussed on an individual basis. Potential timetable clashes and workload would need to be considered in detail for this to be a possibility.
