Physical Education AS Level

A Level

In Cirencester

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Cirencester

The Physical Education AS level involves the study of theoretical and practical aspects of Physical Education. It is taught as far as possible in a practical manner although theoretical aspects are classroom based. It is a one year course designed to develop your knowledge, understanding and practical skills. Students should note the increased theoretical aspects which are significantly greater.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Cirencester (Gloucestershire)
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Fosse Way Campus Stroud Road, GL7 1XA

Start date

On request

About this course

You will need grade C in FIVE of the following (inc. short GCSEs) : English Language or Literature/Humanities (History,Geography,RS,Sociology,Psychology)/Business/Science (Core and Additional OR triple)/Maths/Foreign Language - If that does not include GCSE English Language, you must take this course at college and achieve a C to progress to A2.
You must achieve a grade C in any GCSE...

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Course programme


Physical Education AS Level
This course involves the study of theoretical and practical aspects in Physical Education and the concepts of improving sporting performance.

What does the course involve?
The Physical Education AS level involves the study of theoretical and practical aspects of Physical Education. It is taught as far as possible in a practical manner although theoretical aspects are classroom based. It is a one year course designed to develop your knowledge, understanding and practical skills. Students should note the increased theoretical aspects which are significantly greater than that of the GCSE course.

Due to the practical nature of the course and assessment, it is expected that students should have an active involvement in sports (eg be a member of a sports club - performer or coach, or competing on a regular basis).

What will I study?
Physical Education AS Level consists of: Participation in Sport and Recreation.

Opportunities and Pathways.

Healthy and Active Lifestyle.

The Critical Sports Performer.

How is the course assessed?
  • Examination at the end of the course
  • Coursework
  • Practical test
What else do I need to know?
Progression from this course
This course prepares students to apply to higher education courses and will support entry into employment. It provides an opportunity to progress into physical education, fitness instruction and coaching, sports development and sports and leisure management.

What other costs are there?
Supplementary Costs
Band A (£0 - £50)
Exam Board = OCR

This information is believed to be correct. Cirencester College continually updates and reviews its provision to ensure that it meets the needs of the community. Therefore the right to amend, change or delete learning programmes, accreditation routes or terms and conditions relating to entitlement to study is reserved at all times. We aim to provide open access to a comprehensive range of high quality education and training for the whole community over the age of 16 regardless of race, class, belief, language, gender, sexual orientation, disability, previous educational attainment or particular circumstances.

Entry Requirements

You will need grade C in FIVE of the following (inc. short GCSEs) : English Language or Literature/Humanities (History,Geography,RS,Sociology,Psychology)/Business/Science (Core and Additional OR triple)/Maths/Foreign Language - If that does not include GCSE English Language, you must take this course at college and achieve a C to progress to A2.
You must achieve a grade C in any GCSE taken which is directly related to this AS level unless a higher grade is specified.

Physical Education AS Level

Price on request