AS PHYSICAL EDUCATION
September 2011
Why choose AS Physical Education?
The course provides a suitable foundation
for specialist study in both Physical
Education and Sport Studies in higher
education.
Why choose AS Physical Education?
The course provides a suitable foundation
for careers in:
•Teaching and Coaching
•Sports Development
•The Leisure Industry
•Recreational Management
•Health
•Leisure and Fitness
•Professional Sport
Entry Requirements
Grade B or above in the theory paper of the
G.C.S.E. Physical Education.
Distinction for BTEC PE
Grade B or above in Science (Biology)
60% 40% Practical
Theory
30%
Practical
70% Theory
AS Course Content
Theory:
Anatomy and Physiology
Acquiring Movement Skills
Socio-cultural Studies relating to participation
in physical activity
This is assessed by an end of year exam
involving five compulsory questions for each
topic area (2 hours)
Anatomy and Physiology
The Skeletal System.
The Muscular System.
The Cardiovascular System.
The Respiratory System.
Motion and Movement
Acquiring Movement Skills
Classification of Movement Skills and Abilities
The Development of Motor Skills.
Information Processing.
Motor Control of Skills in PE.
Learning Skills in PE
Socio-Cultural Studies
Physical Activity
Sport and Cultural Issues
Contemporary Sporting Issues
A2 Course Content
Theory:
Historical Studies
Sport Psychology
Exercise Physiology
This is assessed by an end of year exam
involving four compulsory questions for each
topic area (2½ hours)
Coursework
In addition to the theory examinations,
students are also assessed on their practical
performance.
For AS PE students are assessed in TWO
practical activities
For A2 PE students are assessed in ONE activity
Coursework – Practical Areas
• Athletics Activities
• Combat Activities
• Invasion Game Activities
• Gymnastic Activities
• Dance Activities
• Target Games
• Striking Games
• Net/Wall Games
• Swimming Activities
• Outdoor Activities
• Exercise Activities
Coursework
In addition to their practical performance,
students will have to complete an
Observation and Analysis task.
This will involve watching someone performing
in one of their chosen activities and then
giving feedback relating to that particular
performance.
Coursework – Practical Areas
There is NO written coursework
Additionally, students may be given the option
of being assessed in their ability to coach or
officiate in one of their chosen activities
Past Success
To date the current pass rate for students who
have completed the Advanced GCE course
is….
100%
Further Details
www.ocr.org.uk