Sport and Physical Education A Level

Course code: FTB039

School of Health, Fitness & Supported Learning

The Programme

AS Level Sport is made up of two sport specific units. Through a combination of classroom (academic), sports hall (practical), and fitness training sessions you will develop specialist skills to enable you to achieve a high grade in the exam and to progress to the A2 Level or higher education.
The AS Level looks at the following areas; understanding the body systems, factors of a healthy lifestyle, psychological and socio-cultural factors affecting performance and analysis of candidates role as a performer, official and coach. The A2 Level builds on the foundation of the AS Level. The areas covered are physiology and psychology, elite performance development, and practical performance and analysis.

The Programme Content

The A Level in Sport and Physical Education covers a range of aspects related to sport and physical edcation. Because of it's diverse nature it is a challenging qualification, however, learners with a passion for sport or who want to further their understanding of Sport will find the course very interesting and of much benefit. Practical learners get a chance to perform in a range of physical education settings (coaching, performing or refereeing) so it is usually an enjoyable experience. Learners should not underestimate the difficulty of this qualification, since whilst there is practical involved, and on the whole the qualification is enjoyable, learners must still fulfil the requirements of AS and A Level learning to succeeed.

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C or above. We strongly advise that all students enrol in a sports performance academy at Petroc to maximise their opportunity to achieve desired practical grades. Students are required to be actively performing in regular sport.

Costs

You will be required to purchase a textbook costing approximately £20. There will be a proposed residential/practical for which the cost is to be confirmed. A Petroc Sports kit is available for learners to buy, this gives a professional impression whilst participating in practical elements of the course.

Venue

Barnstaple, Main Site

Progression

The course covers a variety of areas which affect sports performance. This enables you to progress to university or a career in the sports industry. Students who combine effective studies with a good standard of external sports performance will have the potential to apply for prestigious sporting universities such as Bath, Loughborough, UWIC or Marjons.

Length of Study

AS Level one year, A Level two years.

Academic Year

This course starts in the 2013 / 2014 academic year.