Physical Education (PE) O'level

The study area SEC Physical Education (PE) is informed by the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).

The aims of the course based on this syllabus should enable candidates: To acquire techniques necessary to perform a variety of physical activities. To experience the enjoyment of participation in physical activity. To understand through theory and practice the implications of and benefits from participation in physical activity. To value the contribution that physical activity can make to a healthy lifestyle and to positive social relationships. 

This programme also embeds learning outcomes related to cross-curricular themes, namely digital literacy; diversity; entrepreneurship creativity and innovation; sustainable development; learning to learn and cooperative learning and literacy. In this way students will be fully equipped with the skills, knowledge, attitudes and values needed to further learning, work, life and citizenship.

At the end of the programme, the student will be able to: 

• define the different sport skills and set SMART targets
• demonstrate an understanding of information processing and types of feedback and guidance provision
• define between the various personality types and understand the effects of arousal, aggression and motivation in sport competition
• distinguish the difference between health and fitness and relate to different fitness components
• apply and connect training principles in order to develop a detailed training concept
• test different aspects of performance and apply health and safety regulations in sport
• demonstrate knowledge and understand the contribution which physical activity and sport make to health, fitness and wellbeing
• recognise the role of the musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems in sport and physical activity
• understand and recognise the role of sports and sporting competitions in the culture and leisure time of society
• recognise the local and international institutions that promote and regulate sporting events and activities
• perform swimming and athletics: skills, techniques, tactics, rules and meet timings through active participation
• practice outdoor skills (orienteering, basic first aid, navigating and reading a compass) whilst trekking a set distance during school hours
• enhance cooperative and leadership skills through team building activities
• perform with precision and accuracy in a team sport (Volleyball, Netball and Handball). I observe a performance, collect relevant data and interview the athlete
• present in a structured and understandable manner, the rules, tactics, techniques and the contextual history of the game
• officiate team sports, following the official rules and regulations
• prepare (planning and writing a session plan), deliver and evaluate a training session or PE lesson
• perform with precision and accuracy in a team sport (Football, Rugby and Basketball)
• observe a performance, collect relevant data and interview the athlete
• perform with precision and accuracy in an individual sport