Physical Education

Physical Education
Level 3
AS and A2
Duration 1-2 years
What will I study
AS: At AS you will develop your knowledge and skills to help with your understanding of the opportunities for and effects of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. You will be given the opportunity to build on your experiences and improve your personal skills/techniques across a variety of roles in a sport of your choice to improve performance.

A2: At A2 you will be given the opportunity to further develop your understanding of physiological, psychological and biomechanical aspects that optimise performance. You will be given the opportunity to apply your knowledge and understanding developed during the course to improve your own personal performance, as a practical performer, coach/leader or official.

Study Visits
Day visits to the sports departments of various universities.

Cost
Minimal

Assessment
At both AS and A2, one unit is assessed through examination and the other through coursework.

Useful Supporting Courses
This course can be combined with any other subject, but links particularly well with Biology, Sociology, Psychology and Community Sports Leader Award.