OCR Level 3 Advanced GCE in Physical Education

Beverley Joint Sixth

, Beverley, Yorkshire, HU17 9EX

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent

Level 3

Available start dates

Wednesday, 09 September 2026

Beverley J6th

2 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course will prepare learners for the further study of PE or Sports Science courses as well as other related subject areas such as psychology, sociology and biology. Learners will also develop the transferable skills that are in demand by further education, Higher education and employers in all sectors of industry.

This specification will create confident, independent thinkers and effective decision makers who can operate effectively as individuals or as part of a team – all skills that will enable them to stand out and effectively promote themselves as they progress through life.

The specification builds on but does not depend on, the knowledge understanding and skills from GCSE (9-1) in Physical Education.

Course Details

Throughout the course of study learners are encouraged to develop an awareness of the role of Physical Education in society and its application to many situations.

Content Overview Assessment Overview

Applied anatomy and physiology - Physiological Factors affecting Performance

Exercise physiology - 90 marks

Biomechanics - 2 hour written paper, 30% of A Level

Skill acquisition - Psychological factors affecting performance

Sports psychology - 60 marks 1 hour written paper 20% of A Level

Sport and Society - Socio-cultural issues in activity and sport

Contemporary Issues in physical activity and sport - 60 marks

1hour written paper, 20% of A Level

Performance or coaching - Performance in physical education

Evaluation and analysis of performance for improvement - 60 marks

Non-exam assessment

30% of total A Level

How will it be delivered and assessed?

See content section

Entry requirements

• GCSE PE grade 5 or Biology grade 5 or Science Grade 55

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Your next steps...

Sport and physical activity, PE teaching, Physiotherapy, Personal Trainer and sports coach.

This qualification is also suitable for learners intending to pursue any career for which an understanding of the human body or human behaviour is desirable. This qualification is also suitable for any further study in social sciences, or as part of a course of general education.

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