COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 4 at GCSE Sports Science. If not previously studied students need at least a Grade 4 in Additional Science. Students must be proficient in ONE practical area from the Department for Education list of approved sports. Please ask if you are unsure.

WHAT IS THE COURSE CONTENT AND HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

70% – External examination based upon the theory.
30% – Practical Assessment.

COMPONENT 1: PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE
Focuses on key systems of the human body involved in movement and physical activity and the changes
within these systems prior to, during & after exercise.
COMPONENT 2: PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS AFFECTING PERFORMANCE
Focuses on the psychological factors affecting physical activities and sports, including: theories that affect
learning and performance in physical activities; training and feedback; group dynamics and goal setting.
Students will gain an understanding of the psychological factors that influence performance in sport.
COMPONENT 3: SOCIO-CULTURAL AND CONTEMPORARY ISSUES
Focuses on the sociological and contemporary factors that influence and affect physical activity
and sport including: society & culture; the Olympic movement and modern technology.
COMPONENT 4: PERFORMANCE WITHIN PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Candidates perform or coach a sport or activity from the approved DfE list
Candidates complete an Evaluation and Analysis of Performance for Improvement (EAPI) where
learners will identify and justify the major area of weakness within the performance to prioritise for
improvement. This will include a proposed long term (2-3 months) development plan to improve
the area of performance identified.