Sport & Physical Education
WHY SHOULD I STUDY A LEVEL SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION?
This course contains a mixture of dynamic theoretical content and practical performance skills. It covers factors that affect both participation and optimal performance in physical activity and sport.
Students will develop knowledge of contemporary topics in sport and equip themselves with the analytical skills necessary for higher education and the world of work. The course will also enhance a student’s understanding of the factors that affect their own performance and that of others.
Sport and Physical Education is an interdisciplinary subject that can be helpful to any student and can usefully be studied in combination with a number of subjects, but which most directly overlaps with Biology, Sociology and Psychology.
Recreational and competitive sport have enjoyed a high priority and status at the College over a 30-year period. We have good links with the University of Essex who have delivered relevant workshops.
Many Physical Education students will also take the opportunity to join our 1st 4 Sport, Coaching Sport & Physical Activity (CSPA) Level 2 programme, which develops their practical coaching skills within local primary schools.
This is not a compulsory option but it is highly recommended for students to take this qualification to support any application to further study and employment in the sports industry. Opportunities will be available to progress to the Level 3 qualification in Year 2.
The Sport and PE Department runs a range of support classes on a weekly basis and all staff are available for students to approach for extra help. Each student will be equipped with a published revision guide and workbook, which provides a logical progression through the course.
COURSE CONTENT
The course consists of seven units:
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology.
- Skill Acquisition.
- Sport and Society.
- Exercise Physiology.
- Biomechanical movement.
- Sport Psychology.