OCR/H154/H554
COURSE CONTENT
The advanced level course will involve an in-depth study of the theoretical aspects of sport and a practical based assessment.
The theoretical areas covered include the Anatomical and Physiological, Socio-cultural, Historical and Psychological aspects, which influence sporting performance. Individual differences, personality, aggression, commercialism, media and the organisation of sport are just a few of the topics covered in the course.
TEACHING
Laboratory and field based experiments will introduce students to an understanding of sporting performance through theoretical application. Students will be involved in class discussions, individual research, group work and teaching. Students will be encouraged to justify their answers through application of their specialist knowledge to the practical aspects of the course. At present four members of staff teach the course specialising in their own fields of study.
ASSESSMENT
Year 1 Students are assessed in their practical ability in two chosen activities in small conditioned competitive situations or abilityto coach/lead activities. They will also have to be able to evaluate their own performances.
Year 2 Students are assessed in one practical ability and are required to verbally analyse their own and others performance and use their theoretical knowledge to explain strengths and weaknesses.
Students are assessed both internally and externally. Theoretical work is assessed by written examinations at the end of the year.
THE REQUIREMENTS
An interest and aptitude for the study of sport is essential.
Students who achieve an A or B at GCSE in PE and A – B in Science will have a basic grounding in many areas of study at A level but individual applications for those who have not studied PE at GCSE level will be viewed on merit (GCSE average points score of more than 40). Students must be regularly participating in at least one sporting activity. Being a member of a local club will enhance their chance of success for the practical element of the course.
THE FUTURE
Students who study the course may go on to study PE and other sports related courses at a higher level.
Studying A level PE would be extremely useful to any career in Sports Studies, PE or the Leisure Industry. All of the fields are extremely lucrative and diverse in terms of the opportunities they offer for Higher Education and career development.
FURTHER INFORMATION
See Miss A Beck, Subject Leader for Physical Education and Sport, or Mr A Lund,, Key Stage 5 PE Coordinator.
"A level PE gives me the opportunity to keep fit but also to widen my knowledge of the sporting world. It has been an excellent successor to the GCSE course.”
“It gives you an insight into how the sporting world works.”
“A ‘must do’ course.”
“Brilliant, just brilliant!”
OCR NATIONAL CERTIFICATE IN SPORT LEVEL 3
OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE
At Level 3, students develop their knowledge and understanding of the range of activities and environments within the sport sector – and now have the opportunity to specialise in different aspects of sport performance and sport development. The focus remains on enhancing students’ employability, so all units are directly relevant to real life work situations.
AIMS OF THE COURSE
Develop learners’ knowledge and understanding of the sport sector and the chosen specialist route if selected. Develop learners’ skills, knowledge and understanding in contexts that are directly relevant to employment situations, thereby enhancing their employability within the sport sector. Develop learners’ ability to work autonomously and effectively in a sporting context.
Enable learners to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in specialist areas of sport provision, sport development and sport performance. Encourage progression by assisting in the development of skills, knowledge and understanding which learners will need to access further or higher education programmes or occupational training on a full time or part time basis. Encourage progression by assisting in the development of skills, knowledge and understanding which learners will need to enter employment, or enhance their current employment status. Promote interaction between employers, centres and learners by relating teaching and assessment to real settings.
ASSESSMENT
All units are centre assessed and externally moderated by OCR. There are no timetabled exams for this qualification; candidates may complete units at a time that suits the centre. The full award and units from this qualification are graded as Pass, Merit or Distinction.
THE REQUIREMENTS
An interest and aptitude for the study of sport is essential. Students who have achieved a C or better in GCSE PE or Science will have a basic grounding in many of the areas studied. Students who have achieved a Merit or better at OCR National Level 2 will be extremely well placed to succeed at Level 3. Playing sport regularly will enhance their chance of success at this qualification.
FURTHER INFORMATION
See Miss A Beck, Subject Leader for Physical Education and Sport, or Mr A Lund, KS5 PE Coordinator.
“The National Certificate in Sport has widened my knowledge of the sporting world which will be really beneficial to me achieving my goal or working within the sports industry”.
|
