A Level
Course Overview
Are you passionate about Sport and want to take your knowledge and practical skills to the next level?
If you are regularly involved in performing or coaching, then this course is for you!
The A-Level Physical Education is a varied course due to the balance of theoretical knowledge and practical performance.
Course Topics
- Scientific Principles of Physical Education
- Applied anatomy and physiology
- Exercise physiology
- Biomechanics
- Psychological and Social Principles of Physical Education
- Skill acquisition
- Sport psychology
- Sport and society
- Practical Performance
- Performance Analysis and Performance Development Programme
- Nutrition and Sports Injuries
Testimonials
The staff have been very supportive, always helping with extra lessons when I needed them so that I could achieve. The college for being so supportive of my rowing and for helping me to balance my training and studies, following on from the Sixth Form I was offered a scholarship at Stanford University in California, where I am currently studying whilst competitively rowing.
Meg Knight
Previously: Trentham Academy
Studying: A Level Physical Education, Maths, Further Maths and Biology
Course Features
This course will provide an in-depth knowledge and understanding of a range of scientific and social principles of Physical Education. There is the opportunity to be assessed on your practical ability as a performer or coach.
High Quality Teaching in State-of-the-Art Facilities
As a Sport student, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to top-of-the-line sports equipment at Fenton Manor Sports Complex, which proudly serves as the home of the College’s Sport Academy as well as the facilities at Staffordshire University.
This includes access to physiology labs, nutrition labs, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, a 33 metre swimming pool as well as 4G AstroTurf.
ASSESSMENT
- Exams: 70%
- Coursework: 15%
- Practical: 15%
- Awarding Body: Pearson Edexcel
Results
2023 Results: 50% High Grades (A*-B) compared to a 38% Staffordshire average. 75% A*-C compared to Staffordshire average 64.7%. 100% pass rate.
Where Courses Become Careers
A wide range of careers in sport including, nutritionist, physiologist, physiotherapist, teacher, fitness professional, sports development officer, outdoor education instructor, sports psychologist and sports coach.
Make your mark
How SFC will help you to boost your CV by developing your skills and qualifications…
- Studying PE develops students’ creativity through a range of practical experiences.
- Students will develop problem-solving skills in a range of practical and theoretical situations including the analysis of their own performance.
- Communication skills will be tested and developed through a range of practical learning experiences
- Sports Degrees are delivered by local and national universities. Achieving high grades on this course can get you places at top sports universities such as Loughborough, Birmingham and Bath.
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