Sport
eAS/A2 PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Exam board: AQA
The specification offers students the opportunity to experience and develop an interest in a variety of roles in sport such as performer, official and/or leader/coach at AS and then be able to specialise in one at A2. The content of the course will address current contemporary topics in sport such as the impact in the use of ergogenic aids, technology and increasing commercialisation of sport.
Unit 1 – PHED1
Opportunities for and the effects of leading a healthy and active lifestyle
60% of AS, 30% of A Level
2 hour written examination
84 marks
Two sections:
Section A – six structured questions
Section B – application of theoretical knowledge to a practical situation
Unit 2 – PHED2
Analysis and evaluation of physical activity as a performer and/or in an adopted role/s
40% of AS, 20% of A Level
Internal assessment with external moderation
100 marks
Candidates perform, analyse and evaluate the execution of core skills/techniques in
isolation and in structured practice as either a player/performer and in an adopted role or
two adopted roles.
Unit 3 – PHED3
Optimising performance and evaluating contemporary issues within sport
30% of A Level
2 hour written examination
84 marks
Three sections:
Section A – how exercise physiology can optimise performance
Section B – how application of psychological knowledge can optimise performance
Section C – contemporary influences in sport and their impact on the performer.
Unit 4 – PHED4
Optimising practical performance in a competitive situation
20% of A Level
Internal assessment with external moderation
120 marks
Candidates perform, analyse and evaluate their own performance, identify weaknesses,
and suggest causes and appropriate corrective measures.
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AS/A2 results
Thursday 19th August