Embley Sixth Form Prospectus

Science & Technology
Physical Education
Examination board: AQA
OVERVIEW
Whether you have a passion for physiology or psychology,
biomechanics or the history of sport, you will find your
interests are encouraged and challenged as part of this
subject with its diverse and wide range of topics.
Your ability to analyse and interpret key factors on sport
performance will be at the forefront of your studies, with
much of the content being taught around your own sporting
experience to maximise your learning and understanding.
You will have the opportunity to take part in fitness testing
workshops at leading universities as well as historical tours
at famous sporting sites such as Twickenham and Lords.
These trips are carefully structured to supplement the course
content and provide our students with live and practical
experience of their exam topics.
Assessment
A practical assessment and
written exam at the end of the
course.
Future Pathways
This provides an excellent base
for a university degree in sports
science, sports management,
healthcare or exercise and health.
It can also complement further
study in biology, human biology,
physics, psychology, nutrition and
sociology.
We are working with Commonwealth medallist and Olympic
finalist in swimming, Chris Cook, to deliver the ‘2 Lengths’
course during the first year of study. Students work closely
with Chris, who provides a personal presentation and
structured feedback on how elite athletes are able to compete
with the right mindset at the highest level.
For further information or to discuss in more detail,
please contact:
Mr Asa Leathem
Head of Physical Education
asa.leathem@embley.org.uk
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