A Level Physical Education at Ousedale School
| Qualification | AS and A2 Level |
| Examining Board | OCR |
| Head Of Department | Mr S Glover |
The Physical Education course will enable you to understand and analyse the major concepts and principles underlying sport and physical education and to develop an understanding of the historical, physical, social, cultural and psychological factors which influence sport and physical education. You will pursue theoretical principles through practical performance. You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate knowledge of principles, definitions and concepts of sport and physical education. These will include factors affecting efficiency and effectiveness of performance and skill acquisitions and the development and establishment of physical education and sport in society.
AS Level
Unit One - Factors affecting performance - Written Paper - 1 hour 30 minutes
Section A - Applied Anatomy and Physiology
Section B - Acquiring, Performing and Teaching Movement Skills
Unit 2 - Contemporary Studies in PE and Sport
Students will recognise the broader aspects of Physical Education and Sport whilst studying the aspects of:
- Concepts of Play
- Sociological Aspects of PE and Sport
- Sport and Culture
Unit 3 - Coursework
Students are assessed in two activities, one individual and one game. The assessment is divided into the following categories:
- Demonstration of specified techniques - 20%
- Observation and analysis of techniques - 10%
A2 Level
In addition to Units 1, 2 and 3 the student wishing to complete the full A Level will then continue to study Units 4,5 and 6 in the second year.
Unit 4 - Options
Option A (i) - Historical Studies in Physical Education and Sport
Students will study the development of Sport within the United Kingdom
- Popular Recreation in a Pre-Industrial Setting
- 19th Century Public School Development of Athleticism
- Rational Recreation in an Urban Industrial Society
Option A (ii) - Comparative Studies in Physical Education and Sport
- Ethnic sport and the evolution of new games
- Sport and the pursuit of excellence
Option B (i) - Biomechanics
- Mechanics of motion
- Angular motion
- Moment of Inertia
Option B (ii) - Psychology of Sports Performance
- Group Dynamics of Sports Performance
- Competition effects on Sports Performance
Unit 5 Exercise Physiology
This module is concerned with how performance can be enhanced by training. Other areas studied include:
- Role of ATP
- Energy Continuum
- Ergogenic aids
Unit 6 - Coursework - Continuation and development of the practical component
The Physical Education Course is a demanding one. It offers many varying aspects of Sport and Physical Education and will be enjoyable and challenging for any student with a love of sport and a desire to gain further relevant knowledge.