Physical Education - A Level (AQA)

Ready to take your passion for movement to the next level? Introducing A Level Physical Education – where science meets sport and endless possibilities unfold! Unleash your inner athlete as you dive into the intricate world of physical activity. ?‍

This isn't just about breaking a sweat; it's about understanding the science and social dynamics driving every heartbeat, every sprint, every game-changing moment. Delve into the scientific mysteries behind peak performance and unravel the social threads that weave through the tapestry of sports culture.

Whether you dream of dazzling as a performer on the field or shaping future champions as a coach, this course equips you with the prowess to excel. And hey, it's not just theory – you'll be at the forefront of hands-on learning, honing your skills and knowledge through practical experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Your journey from the GCSE arena to the A Level podium starts here. Are you ready to rewrite the playbook of your future with A Level Physical Education?

What Will I Study?

Topics covered can include:

• Applied anatomy and physiology - developing your knowledge and understanding of the changes within the body systems prior to exercise, during the exercise of differing intensities and during recovery

• Skill acquisition - focusing on how skill is acquired and the impact of psychological factors on performance

• Sport and society - developing your knowledge and understanding of the interaction between, and the evolution of, sport and society

• Exercise physiology - understanding the adaptations to the body systems through training or lifestyle, and how these changes affect the efficiency of those systems

• Biomechanical movement - developing your knowledge and understanding of motion and forces, and their relevance to performance in physical activity and sport

• Sport psychology - developing your knowledge and understanding of the role of sport psychology in optimising performance in physical activity and sport

• Sport and society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport - developing your knowledge and understanding of the interaction between, and the evolution of, sport and society and the technological developments in physical activity and sport

What Will I Need?