KS5

KS5 - A Level Physical Education

Students in PE follow the AQA curriculum:

https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/physical-education/a-level/physical-education-7582/specification

Below is a brief summary of the content and assessment:

3.1 & 3.2 Applied anatomy and physiology, exercise physiology and biomechanics

TERM	TOPIC	CONTENT
1	Applied anatomy and physiology	3.1.1.2 Cardiovascular System 3.1.1.3 Respiratory system 3.1.1.4 Neuromuscular system
2	Applied anatomy and physiology	3.1.1.5 Musculoskeletal system and Analysis of movement 3.2.1.1 Diet and Nutrition and effect on Physical activity and performance.
3	Applied anatomy and physiology	3.2.1.2 Preparation and training methods in relation to maintaining physical activity and performance. 3.2.2.1 Biomechanical principles
4		3.1.1.6 The role of technology in physical activity and sport. 3.2.1.3 Injury prevention and rehabilitation. 3.1.1.6 Energy systems
5		3.1.1.6 Energy system (cont.) 3.2.2.3 Linear motion 3.2.2.4 Angular motion 3.2.2.5 Projectile motion 3.2.2.6 Fluid mechanics

3.1 & 3.2 Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology

TERM	TOPIC	CONTENT
1	Skill Acquisition	3.1.2.1 Skill, skill continuums and transfer of skill 3.1.2.2 Impact of skill classification on structure of practice for learning
2	Skill Acquisition	3.1.2.3 Principles and theories of learning and performance 3.1.2.4 Use of guidance and feedback
3	Skill Acquisition	3.1.2.5 Memory models 3.1.2.5.1 General information processing model 3.1.2.5.2 Efficiency of information processing
4	Sports Psychology	3.2.3.1.1 Aspects of personality 3.2.3.1.2 Attitudes 3.2.3.1.3 Arousal 3.2.3.1.4 Anxiety 3.2.3.1.5 Aggression
5	Sports Psychology	3.2.3.1.6 Motivation 3.2.3.1.7 Achievement motivation theory 3.2.3.1.8 Social facilitation 3.2.3.1.9 Group dynamics 3.2.3.1.10 Importance of goal setting 3.2.3.1.11 Attribution theory 3.2.3.1.12 Self-efficacy and confidence 3.2.3.1.13 Leadership 3.2.3.1.14 Stress management

3.1.3 Sport in society and 3.2.4 Sport and Society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport

TERM	TOPIC	CONTENT
1	Sport and society	3.1.3.1 EMERGENCE OF GLOBALISATION OF SPORT IN THE 21ST CENTURY 3.1.3.1.1 Pre-industrial (pre-1780) 3.1.3.1.2 Industrial and post-industrial (1780–1900) 3.1.3.1.3 Post World War II (1950 to present)
2	Sport and society	3.1.3.2 THE IMPACT OF SPORT ON SOCIETY AND OF SOCIETY ON SPORT 3.1.3.2.1 Sociological theory applied to equal opportunities
3	Sport and Society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport	3.2.4.1 Concepts of physical activity and sport 3.2.4.2 Development of elite performers in sport
4	Sport and Society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport	3.2.4.3 Ethics in sport 3.2.4.4 Violence in sport 3.2.4.5 Drugs in sport 3.2.4.6 Sport and the law
5	Sport and Society and the role of technology in physical activity and sport	3.2.4.7 Impact of commercialisation on physical activity and sport and the relationship between sport and the media 3.2.4.8 The role of technology in physical activity and sport

Practical and coursework – H555/05 Practical Performances & H555/06 Evaluating and Analysing Performance for Improvement

H555/05 Practical Performances

This component will assess either:

core and advanced skills in performing one activity or
core and advanced skills in coaching one activity

Non-exam assessment (NEA) 15% of total A Level 30 marks, weighted up to 45 marks

This NEA will consist of one activity taken from the approved list.

Learners can be assessed in the role of performer or coach.
H555/06 Evaluating and Analysing Performance for Improvement

Non-exam assessment (NEA) 15% of total A Level 30 marks, weighted up to 45 marks

This NEA will consist of observing a live or recorded performance by a peer and then providing an oral response analysing and critically evaluating the performance

Recommended Revision Guides for A2

Past papers plus sports specific and coursework assessment criteria be shared with the pupils during the revision process.