PHYSICAL EDUCATION

What is the course about?

In depth study of Physical Education/Sport

in both academic and practical contexts.

It covers all the important areas in Sports Science and Sports Studies.

It involves both academic and practical aspects of Sports Science/Studies.

What will I learn?

· Physiological / Psychological aspects of

the subject

· Contemporary Socio-Cultural Historical

context

· Biomecha nical and Practical

developments

AS - Physiological/Psychological factors in

performance Socio-Cultural/Historical

factors in performance

Analysis/evaluation of factors in

performance

A2 - Physiological/Biomecha nical/

Psychological factors in optimising

performance factors affecting elite

performance

Analysis/evaluation of factors in

performance

When does the course start?

The course starts in September of each year.

How do I attend?

Normal daytime attendance.

Where applicable this subject may also be taken as a part time evening programme.

Who is the awarding Body?

AQA

How long does the course last?

The course is taught as a one year programme.

What does this course lead on to?

You may progress to A2 level.

AS and A2 levels are recognised qualifications for a wide range of courses in Higher Education.

What subject entry requirements are there?

Students must have a minimum GCSE pass at grade B

Are there any other requirements?

It is also beneficial to be a regular participant in sport.

How is the course assessed?

AS Exams in June. A2 Exams in June.

Internal Coursework assessment.

Two terminal exams in June for AS.

Internal Coursework Assessment.

Two terminal exams in June for A2

Internal Coursework Assessment

Whom should I contact for advice?

Martin Birtwhistle

Tollbar B & E College
Station Road
New Waltham
N E lincs
DN36 4RZ

Tel: 01472 500505

Equal opportunities (statement)

The N.E. Lincs Sixth Form College Partnership guarantees that it will deal fairly and effectively with all students, staff and visitors and offer equality of opportunity on the basis of age, creed, gender, impairment, learning difficulty, marital status, national origin, race, religion or sexuality.

Students have the right to expect that this will apply to them without prejudice or discrimination and that they also have the obligation to deal fairly and effectively with other students and staff regardless of age, creed, gender, impairment, learning difficulty, marital status, national origin, race, religion or sexuality.

Mature student information only:

APL

Mature student applicants may have the opportunity to gain these qualifications based on experience and prior knowledge.

Course fees

Band F

Exam fees

To be confirmed