You’ll need to meet the entry criteria for your chosen Pathway. To study A Level Physical Education you will also need a Grade 5 in GCSE Biology or Science. You must also play a competitive sport outside college regularly.
For more information about the pathways, please click here.
HNC takes all reasonable steps to provide courses as described, but cannot guarantee provision. This information is for guidance only. The College reserves the right to update and amend course information and entry criteria as and when necessary. Please note that from time to time we may have to modify or withdraw a course depending on applicant demand and other factors. Please check this website for the latest information and our current course offer.
This challenging and interesting learning experience will allow you to combine statistical and scientific knowledge; your topics will include:
- Applied anatomy and physiology
- Skill acquisition
- Sport and society
- Exercise physiology
- Biomechanical movement
- Sport psychology
- Technological developments
An enriching experience
Studying A Level Physical Education at HNC is an enriching experience. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and interests, broadening your horizons and build your cultural capital. These experiences are integral to life at HNC and will help you to stand out from the crowd. Some of the experiences our A Level Physical Education students enjoy include:
- Work placements, including to international destinations and the chance to work in overseas locations. Previous years have seen students travel to Lisbon and Portugal
- Visiting guest speakers who play at a national and international level
- Trips and visits to universities, and venues such as the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- The opportunity to undertake additional qualifications, such as the Sports Leaders UK accreditation
- Taking part in lunchtime enrichments such as Sports Psychology, Tag Rugby and Match of the Day Analysis
- Use of the indoor and outdoor gym facilities
Enlightening Opportunities
We are proud of the unique experiences that are available to our students both inside and outside of the classroom. Our subject specialists will instil in you a love of learning, and challenge you to develop the required skills you’ll need to achieve the life-changing qualifications that will lead you to your dream career. Throughout your studies, your teachers will create an environment where you will be encouraged to discuss a wide-range of topics which will support you to develop an enlightened approach to the world around you. These discussions will be linked to your passions, study programme and your wider career ambitions.
How will you be assessed?
The course is assessed via coursework and examination plus a practical assessment where you will be assessed as a performer or a coach.
Students who study A Level Physical Education progress on to a wide range of destinations, and the careers opportunities you can access are vast. Naturally, there are progression routes within the industry, and students often secure careers in areas such as coaching, fitness and leisure centre management, as well as competing in their chosen sports professionally.
As an academic A Level, this course supports students to progress to a wide range of universities and degree programmes, including related subjects in areas such as Biology and Psychology.
Some popular course choices include:
- Physiotherapy
- Sports Science
- Healthcare
- Sports Management
- Biology
- Sports Psychology
What does this course go well with or what may you like?
