EXAMINATION BOARD: OCR PHYSICAL EDUCATION
 
AS CONTENT
Unit 1: An Introduction to Physical Education                             
Unit 2: Acquiring, Developing and Evaluating Practical Skills in Physical Education.
 
A2 CONTENT
Unit 3: Principles and Concepts 
Unit 4: The Improvement of Effective Performance and the Critical Evaluation of Practical Activities.
 
Physical Education provides an opportunity to participate in the study of human movement, performance and behaviour in relation to sport and recreation. The course takes a multi-disciplinary approach and is based on the interaction between the theory and practice of Physical Education. The OCR specification aims to provide students with the knowledge and understanding to improve their own level of performance. This is done through applying anatomy and physiology to the understanding of movement and skills in sport. We also study the history of Physical Education and links between psychology and performance. The course also allows students to choose two activities from an extensive range including athletics, football, tennis, golf, mountain walking, sailing and skiing. We expect participation from students outside lesson times, assisting with school clubs, events and playing for Sixth Form teams. Students need the ability to apply scientific, contemporary and historical knowledge of sport towards practical activities. A high standard of practical sporting performance is beneficial.
 
This may be a valuable course for you if you are interested in reading any of the following at University: 
Sports Science, Sports Studies, Physiotherapy, Sports Management, Sports Nutrition, Coaching, PE Teaching.
 
Entry Requirements:

• GCSE Physical Education – A*/A

  
Other GCSEs that would assist progression:

• Core Science – A/B
• Additional Science – A/B