Sixth Form Virtual Open Evening PHYSICAL EDUCATION MISS

Sixth Form Virtual Open Evening PHYSICAL EDUCATION MISS N. DAVIES & MR J. DAVIES Ysgol Uwchradd Llanidloes High School

WHY STUDY PHYSICAL EDUCATION? Studying A Level Physical Education will give you a fantastic insight into the amazing world of sports performance. Not only will you have the chance to perform or coach a sport, you will also develop a wide -ranging knowledge into the how and why of Physical activity and sport. At AS Level the 4 areas are 1. Exercise Physiology, Performance Analysis and Training 2. Sport Psychology 3. Skill Acquisition 4. Sport and Society Students will have to perform and coach as part of their assessment. The ability to plan and coach a session builds upon so many skills and attributes

COURSE DESCRIPTION The WJEC AS Course of Study in Physical Education provides a coherent combination of areas of study: Unit 1 • 1. Exercise physiology, performance analysis and training • 2. Sport psychology • 3. Skill acquisition • 4. Sport and society Unit 2 • �Practical performance in one activity as a player/performer • �Practical performance as a coach or official • �Personal Performance Profile

ASSESSMENT Year 12 AS Unit 1: Exploring physical education AS Unit 2: Improving personal performance in physical education Written examination: 1¾ hours 24% of qualification 72 marks Non-exam assessment 16% of qualification 48 marks Year 13 A 2 Unit 3: Evaluating physical education A 2 Unit 4: Refining personal performance in physical education Written examination: 2 hours 36% of qualification 90 marks Non-exam assessment 24% of qualification 60 marks

CAREER PROGRESSION AND SUBJECT COMBINATIONS Physical Education works so well with so many other subjects. The career opportunities are wide and varied. • Sports Coaching • Sports Media • Biology • Sports Psychology • Physics • Physiotherapy • Psychology • Armed Forces • Health and Social • English. • Teaching • Emergency services • Veterinary science