Course Overview

The course allows you to pursue your sporting passions by developing a broad theoretical understanding of factors that affect both participation rates within society as well as the performance levels of elite athletes. Paper one of the qualification is based on factors that influence participation; content includes the effect of exercise on a range of body systems, the process of learning new skills, and the societal factors that impact upon opportunities that different individuals might be afforded. Paper two is focused on the factors that affect elite performance. This content includes exercise physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, sports psychology, as well as the role of technology within professional sports.

General Eligibility

Five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including

• GCSE English – Grade 6

• GCSE Mathematics – Grade 6

• Two GCSEs in Science – Grades 66

• As practical coursework is a large part of the course (30% of the overall A level), you will need to self-assess and improve your performance. Students, therefore, need to be training and competing in one sport discipline to a high standard. We strongly advise that this is at the county level.

• Numbers on A-level Physical Education are limited, and applicants who meet the entry criteria will be put on a waiting list once the course is totaled.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

Language Requirement

• N/A