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Welcome to the Department of Physical Education at Park Hall Physical Education plays a vital part in the Academy's curriculum. It is offered to all students at Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 where the students are given the opportunity to sample a range of indoor and outdoor activities. Many of our sports teams are successful in local and national competitions and many of our students have gone on to represent the Academy and their country in international events. Those students who want to pursue the study of Physical Education in a more academic way have the opportunity choose to study either At Key Stage 5 students can then choose to study either a BTEC Sport and Exercise Science National Diploma (3 A Levels) Course title: BTEC Sport and Exercise Science National Diploma Level: 3 Contact teacher: Mr Price, Mr Crotty, Mr Bailey, Mr Noorani. What topics would I study? 18 Units over 2 years Core units — all six units must be taken 1. Anatomy for Sport and Exercise 2. Sport and Exercise Physiology 3. Sport and Exercise Psychology 4. Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Sciences 5. Research Project in Sport and Exercise Sciences 6. Sports Biomechanics in Action
Unit Specialist units — twelve units must be taken 7. Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
8. Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise 9. Training and Fitness for Sport 10. Sport and Exercise Massage 11. Analysis of Sports Performance 12. Sports Nutrition 13. Sport and Society 14. Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise 15. Sports Injuries 16. Sports Coaching 17. Practical Individual Sports 18. Practical Team Sports 19. Outdoor and Adventurous Activities 20. Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology 21. Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology 22. Exercise for Specific Groups 23. Work-based Experience in Sport How would I be assessed? 100% coursework in the format of essays, reports, powerpoint presentation, video analysis, leaflets, booklets and posters. You will achieve either Pass, Merit or Distinction for your work. Why should I study BTEC Sport and Exercise Science National Diploma? If you would like a future career in the sport industry. Whether it be coaching, teaching, instructing, sports psychologists or physiotherapy. The Level 3 BTEC Nationals in Sport and Exercise Sciences are designed for learners who are preparing for future employment in the sport and related industries. In particular they prepare learners for those roles that require a scientific background or for entry to appropriate undergraduate degree programmes. Where can I find out more about BTEC Sport and Exercise Science National Diploma? The BTEC website (www.edexcel.org.uk) Course Books located in school library PE Teachers Course information: The 1080 Guided Learning Hours. BTEC National Diploma extends the specialist work related focus available from the BTEC Certificate. There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for employment in the appropriate vocational sector and is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to enter a particular area of work. Some adult learners may wish to complete this qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment or progress into higher education. Other learners may want to extend the specialism that they followed on the BTEC National Certificate programme. Progression from the BTEC National Diploma could be into employment where learners might take professional body examinations or complete NVQs. Alternatively, learners could continue to degree or other higher-education programmes in the same vocational sector or in a related sector. The course will support your own participation in clubs and teams and will aid to improve your performances in them. or a
BTEC Sport and Exercise Science National Award (1 A Level) You will complete a total of 6 units over 2 years taken from the BTEC Diploma. (3 units a year). 1. Anatomy for Sport and Exercise 2. Sport and Exercise Physiology 3. Sport and Exercise Psychology 4. Research Methods for Sport and Exercise Sciences
How would I be assessed? 100% coursework in the format of essays, reports, powerpoint presentation, video analysis, leaflets, booklets and posters. You will achieve either Pass, Merit or Distinction for your work. Why should I study BTEC Sport and Exercise Science National Diploma? If you would like a future career in the sport industry. Whether it be coaching, teaching, instructing, sports psychologists or physiotherapy. The Level 3 BTEC Nationals in Sport and Exercise Sciences are designed for learners who are preparing for future employment in the sport and related industries. In particular they prepare learners for those roles that require a scientific background or for entry to appropriate undergraduate degree programmes. Where can I find out more about BTEC Sport and Exercise Science National Diploma? The BTEC website (www.edexcel.org.uk) Course Books located in school library PE Teachers Course information: The 1080 Guided Learning Hours. BTEC National Diploma extends the specialist work related focus available from the BTEC Certificate. There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for employment in the appropriate vocational sector and is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to enter a particular area of work. Some adult learners may wish to complete this qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment or progress into higher education. Other learners may want to extend the specialism that they followed on the BTEC National Certificate programme. Progression from the BTEC National Diploma could be into employment where learners might take professional body examinations or complete NVQs. Alternatively, learners could continue to degree or other higher-education programmes in the same vocational sector or in a related sector. The course will support your own participation in clubs and teams and will aid to improve your performances in them.
GCSE Physical Education Course Content In the theory section of the course you will study a variety of subjects related to sport such as:
In the practical section of the course the students will be given a wide range of practical activities and sports to experience and develop their skills in. You will eventually focus on four specific areas of activity where you will develop the skills necessary to analyse and improve your own performance. You will begin to understand coaching and can officiate or umpire a chosen sport/activity.
Assessment Unit 1: Knowledge and Understanding for The Active Participant 80 marks External Assessment - 40% of single award written paper Section A - Objective tests and short answer questions Section B - Extended written answers, based on a scenario issued as pre-release material. Unit 2: The Active Participant 90 marks Controlled Assessment - 60% of Single Award 4 assessments: from at least 2 Sports/Activities at least 2 performances must be as player/participant and at least one must be in a different role coach/official. Contact Teacher/sAny PE teacher Future Sixth Form and Career Opportunities A good grade will help you to move on to any AS, A2 or BTEC course. Employment opportunities where your skills will be particularly valued include the sport and leisure industry, travel and tourism and teaching. Who Is This Course Suitable For? Those who have shown commitment in Years 7, 8, and 9, enjoy physical activities and are interested in human biology, sport fitness and health. BTEC Sport Course Content Pupils are expected to complete 6 units in total they include.
The course is divided into theory and practical. With most of the practical being a weeks course at an outward bounds centre where pupils will plan and lead an expedition. This is compulsory for all pupils Assessment 100% coursework BTEC First Diploma is equivalent to 4 GCSEs grades A*-C Pupils will be awarded either: Pass Merit Distinction Contact Teacher Any PE teacher Future Sixth Form and Career Opportunities A good grade will help you to move on to any Advanced Level or BTEC course. Employment opportunities where your skills will be particularly valued include the sport and leisure industry, travel and tourism teaching and coaching. Who Is This Course Suitable For? Those who have shown commitment to PE lessons in Years 7, 8, and 9 and, enjoy physical activities and are interested in human biology, sport fitness and health. Those that work well in a team and can meet deadlines with coursework.
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