Physical Education (PE)

Course Information

What Will I Study?

• Anatomy & Physiology – understand how the body moves and functions in sport.
• Skill Acquisition & Sports Psychology – explore how athletes learn, perform and stay mentally strong.
• Socio-Cultural Issues in Sport – look at the role of sport in society, from grassroots to global events.
• Performance Analysis – improve and evaluate sporting performance through practical and written work.
• Contemporary Issues – debate ethics, technology, and media in modern sport.

What Makes PE at #H6 Different?

• You’ll combine theory with practice — whether you’re an athlete, coach, or analyst in the making.
• Access to sports facilities and opportunities to record and analyse performance.
• Ideal for those who enjoy playing sport but also want to understand the science and strategy behind it.
• Strong links with Biology, Psychology and Sociology for students pursuing sport-related pathways.

How Will I Be Assessed?

• Two written exams covering theory (e.g. anatomy, skill acquisition, socio-cultural studies).
• One practical assessment in your chosen sport (as a player or coach).
• A written performance analysis task.
• Final format depends on the chosen exam board (AQA, OCR or Edexcel — to be confirmed).

Entry Requirements Five or more GCSEs at grade 9–5. Grade 5 or higher in English, Science and PE (if taken). You must participate regularly in a sport (individual or team) outside of school or college.

Your Future

PE gives you knowledge of the body, the mind and the world of sport — ideal for careers in fitness, education, sports science, therapy, and coaching.

Future Careers Physiotherapist PE Teacher Sports Psychologist Sports Scientist Personal Trainer Performance Analyst Nutritionist Coach / Sports Development Officer