Physical Education

Physical Education – OCR

How I will be assessed?

  • OCR GCSE PE is divided into three parts:
  • Practical Performance = 30% (60 marks)
  • Theoretical Knowledge = 60% ( 120 marks)
  • Coursework = 10% (20 marks)

Practical Performance:

The practical element of the course is worth 30% of the overall mark and you will have to submit three practical activities.  Each practical activity is marked out of 20, giving you a total of 60 marks for the Practical area of the course.

Performance of three activities is taken from the two approved lists.  These lists can be found at:

or ask Miss Roberts.  Also, in this document you will find the ‘Assessment Criteria’ for each activity.  You have to show core skills, advanced skills, physical attributes that contribute to your performance and evidence of decision making.

The two lists of activities are either ‘individual’ or ‘team’ activities. One activity has to be taken from the ‘individual’ list and one from the ‘team’ list.  The third activity can come from either list.  Please look carefully at the list of activities, as these have been dramatically reduced from the previous specification.  The marking of the practical activities has become far more stringent over the last two years.

Theoretical Knowledge:

The theory element of the course is worth 60% of the overall grade.  There are two examinations: Component one and Component two.  Each examination is 1 hour long and worth 30% of the total GCSE.  The examination consists of multiple choice questions and short answer questions that range from 2 – 6 marks.  There is a total of 60 marks for each examination.  Both examinations will take place in the summer of Year 11.

What will I Learn?

Component One:  Physical factors affecting performance, 30% (60 marks)

  • Skeletal System
  • Bones (names and types)
  • Types of Movement
  • Joints Structure and Function
  • Movement Analysis, types of levers and planes of movement
  • Muscular System (Movement and Function)
  • The Cardiovascular System (Structure and function)
  • The Respiratory System (structure and function)
  • Short and Long Term Effects of Exercise on the Body
  • Principles of Training
  • Training Methods
  • Injuries and Injury Prevention
  • Components of Fitness
  • Methods of Exercise Training

Component Two:  Socio-cultural issues and sports psychology, 30% (60 marks)

  • Mental Preparation
  • Media in Sport
  • Ethics in Sport
  • Characteristics of Skilful Movement
  • Skill Classification
  • Goal Setting
  • Types of Guidance
  • Types of Feedback
  • Health Fitness and Well-Being
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Government Initiatives and Trends in Participation

There is a wide range of topics covered, with all of the topics having the emphasis on leading a healthy and balanced lifestyle.  There is an expectation that students will be able to collect and analyse data throughout the course.

Coursework

The coursework element is worth 10% (20 marks) of your grade. There is one course work task where you will have to analyse and evaluate performance.  This will be done once the content from Component One and Component Two of the course have been covered.  This work is done under controlled assessment conditions.

What skills will I develop?

  • Practical skills across different sports
  • Written communication
  • ICT skills
  • Working independently
  • Working in groups
  • Debating/discussion skills
  • Problem solving
  • Verbal communication
  • Analysis and interpretation of data

Further Education/Career Opportunities

Students who successfully complete this GCSE will have a large number of choices open to them.

  • Access to A Level PE and University courses
  • Vocational BTEC or HND courses
  • Work in the leisure industry
  • Sports Development
  • Sports Coaching

The study of Physical Education can also lead to careers in Sports Science, Coaching, Education and Physiotherapy to name a few.

This subject would suit students who This subject might not be right for students who
  • Are passionate about PE, sport and performing
  • Are willing to work hard practically and in theory lessons
  • Have a strong practical ability
  • Might be considering PE as a pathway into further education
  • Are not strong practical performers
  • Do not have a strong interest in learning about the theoretical side of PE
  • Are not willing to work hard in theory and practical settings

Any questions?  See Mr J Collins