Course Overview
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Course Title:
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GCSE Physical Education
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View Specification
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Exam Board:
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AQA
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Course Code:
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8582
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QAN:
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601/8279/9 |
There are 3 components to GCSE Physical Education:
Component 1
The Human Body and Movement in Physical Activity and Sport |
Movement analysis
Physical training
Applied anatomy and physiology |
Written exam - 1 hour 15 mins
30% |
Component 2
Socio-Cultural Influences and Well-being in Physical Activity and Sport |
Health, fitness and well-being
Sport psychology
Socio-cultural influences |
Written exam - 1 hour 15 mins
30% |
Component 3
Non-Exam Assessment |
Practical assessment in individual activities and team activities
Written Coursework |
Practical Assessment
40% |
Component 3: Practical Assessment
Students have to be assessed in 3 activities from the list below. One activity must be from the individual list and one from the team list. The third activity can be from either list.
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Team Activities |
Individual Activities |
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Football |
Athletics |
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Badminton (Doubles) |
Skiing or snowboarding |
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Tennis (Doubles) |
Gymnastics |
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Cricket |
Trampolining |
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Hockey |
Dance (Solo performance) |
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Netball |
Swimming |
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Rugby (League or Union) |
Tennis (Singles) |
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Squash (Doubles) |
Badminton (Singles) |
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Table Tennis (Doubles) |
Table Tennis (Singles) |
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Dance (Group Dance) |
Squash (Singles) |
Where next?
GCSE PE could lead into further study in PE, Performing Arts, Expressive Arts and Health and Nutrition. You will develop your practical skills whilst also learning about the rules and regulations of competition in your port. PE theory will develop your understanding of how the body functions which could be used in many biological disciplines including physiotherapy and sports science.
If you have any questions or queries relating to the PE curriculum please email headofpe@ecclesbourne.derbyshire.sch.uk for more information.