AS PHYSICAL EDUCATION - GIFHE


6th Form LogoWhat 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
  • Biomechanical and Practical developments
  • Physiological / Psychological factors in performance Socio-Cultural / Historical factors in performance
  • Analysis/evaluation of factors in performance
  • Practical options include:
  • Association football,
  • Rugby Union/League,
  • Cricket, Badminton, Tennis,
  • Swimming, Track and Field,
  • Basketball, Volleyball, Netball,
  • Rounders, Mountain Walking,
  • Orienteering, Judo, Gymnastics,
To name but a few.

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 at Tollbar

OCR at Grimsby Institute

How long does the course last?

The course is taught as a one year programme.

What can I do next?

You may progress to A2 level.

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

Are there any entry requirements?

Ideally students should have a GCSE grade C or above but this is not essential.

Are there any other requirements?

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

How is the course assessed?

AS & A2 Exams in June.

Internal Coursework assessment.
Two terminal exams in June for AS &A2.
Internal Coursework assessment.

How much does the course cost?

All students who are joining a full time course and are under 19 years of age on the 1st September as their course commences, will not be required to pay tuition fees.

Otherwise: £180 Daytime

Are there any exam fees?

For 16-19 year olds all exam fees in respect of qualifications essential to your full time course will be free of charge.

Otherwise: To be confirmed.

Whom should I contact for advice?

Martin Birtwhistle
Tollbar B & E College
Station Road
New Waltham
Grimsby
N E Lincs
DN36 4RZ

Tel: 01472 500505

Rob Davies, Ext: 495/448 (DaviesRH@grimsby.ac.uk)
Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education
Nuns Corner
Laceby Road
Grimsby
N E Lincs
DN34 5BQ

Tel: 01472 311222
Minicom (for hearing impaired/deaf): 01472 315532

Equal opportunities (statement)

The N.E.Lincs Sixth Form College Partnership guarantees to deal fairly with 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. The Partnership will endeavour to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act, Part IV, which requires public bodies to make every effort to support persons with disability.





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