Sports Science
If you love playing sport and enjoy learning how your body works for sport…this is the course for you!
Studying Sports Science at A Level 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 through the non-examined assessment component, you will also develop a wide range of knowledge into the how and why of physical activity and sport.
The combination of physical performance and academic challenge provides an exciting opportunity for students. You can perform, and then through the academic study improve your performance or coaching though application of the theory. Physical Education is studied through a range of different contexts and the impact it has on both ours and others everyday lives. You will learn the reasons why we do things, why some people out perform others, mentally and physically. You will also delve into the ethical considerations behind the use of drugs and also the influence that modern technology is having in and on physical activity and sport.
Skills Required
You don’t necessarily need to have studied GCSE Physical Education or Sports Science to study this subject at A Level, however it is an advantage. Solid foundations in Biology would also be advantageous. 30% of the course is assessed through practical skills and therefore students will need to perform at a decent level in one sport that is on the AQA specification.
Topics Covered
Over the two year course, students will study the following:
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology
- Exercise Physiology
- Skill Acquisition
- Sports Psychology
- Sport and Society
- Biomechanical movement
- Sport and Society and the role of technology
Methods of Assessment
Paper 1 - Factors affecting participating in physical activity and sport
2 hours - 35% of A Level
Paper 2 - Factors affecting optimal performance in physical activity and sport
2 hours - 35% of A Level
Assessment 3 - Practical performance in physical activity and sport.
30% of A Level
Internally assessed and externally moderated. This section of the course contributes to 30% of the A Level. Students will be assessed as a performer or coach in the full sided version of one activity and then will be assessed in an analysis and evaluation coursework.
Meet the Staff
If you have a specific enquiry for the Sports Science Department, email dk@kes.hants.sch.uk
| Mr. D. Kent BA |
Director of Sport |
| Mr. M.G. Mixer BSc |
Head of PE and Games |
| Mrs. L.C. Henderson BEd |
PE and Games, Sports Science, Junior Science, Head of Lower School |
| Miss. L.A. Lister BSc |
PE |
| Mr. C.S. Crichton BA |
PE and Games, Head of Hockey, Head of Capon |
| Mr. A.D. Penn BA |
PE, Head of Cricket, Head of Reynolds |
| Mrs. H.M.L. Penn BA |
PE |
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Mr. A.L. Powell |
PE and Games, Head of Rugby |
