In this course you will study a range of physiological, sociological and psychological aspects of performance. You will develop the ability to appreciate relationships between theory and practice and to apply theoretical knowledge to develop understanding of planning, performing and evaluation training programmes and competitive performance.
During the AS year the following will be completed
Unit 1 – Acquiring, developing and evaluating practical skills in Physical Education
- Performance
- Evaluating and planning for the improvement of performance.
Unit 2 – Assessment – Candidates will be assessed in one of the following areas
- Performing two activities, evaluating and planning for the improvement of performance
- Performing an activity and coaching/leading another activity, together with evaluating and planning for the improvement of performance
Performing an activity and officiating another activity, together with evaluating and planning for the improvement of performance
Unit 3 – Principles and concepts across different areas of Physical Education.
Historical Studies
- Popular recreation in pre-industrial Britain
- Rational recreation in post-industrial Britain
- 19th Century public schools and their impact on the physical activities on young people
- The developmental stages of athletisicm in 19th Centuryg public schools
- Case studies
- Drill, physical training and physical education in state schools
Comparative Studies
- The United Kingdom
- The United States of America
- Australia
Sports Psychology
- Individual aspects of performance
- Group dynamics of performance and audience effects
- Mental preparation for physical activity
Practical Skills
- Performance
- Evaluation, appreciation and the improvement of performance.
Unit 4 – Assessment – Candidates will be assessed in one of the following areas
- Performing an activity and the evaluation, appreciation and improvement of performance
- Coaching/leading an activity and the evaluation, appreciation and improvement of performance
It is assumed that students undertaking an AS/A Level in Physical Education will be performing practically in their chosen sport(s), extra curricular at school level, in addition to being part of an out of school sports club.
