GCSE (for first teaching in 2009) Physical Education - J586

Units

Please find below the units which are available for this qualification.

Units

We've summarised the course details and the assessment objectives for GCSE Physical Education.

Unit title and description

Assessment
incl. duration

Weighting
B451: An Introduction to Physical Education

Areas covered:

  • The healthy and active body
  • Exercise and training the body for an active, healthy lifestyle
  • Acquiring movement skills and motivation for involvement in physical activity
  • Opportunities and pathways for involvement in physical activity.

Multiple-choice examination

45 minutes

Option of a computer-based test for the multiple-choice paper

20% full course

50% short course
B452: Practical Performances and Developing Fitness
  • Two practical performances
  • Analysing Performance task focusing on fitness improvement
  • Coaching and officiating available.

Controlled assessment

Centre assesses candidates in their practical performances and Analysing Performance task

OCR appointed moderator checks the accuracy of assessment through visiting moderation

30% full course

50% short course
B453: Developing Knowledge in Physical Education

Areas covered (building on knowledge gained in Unit B451):

  • The healthy and active body
  • Exercise and training the body for an active, healthy lifestyle
  • Acquiring movement skills and motivation for involvement in physical activity
  • Opportunities and pathways for involvement in physical activity.

Written examination

1 hour

20% full course
B454: Practical Performances Developing Skill
  • Two practical performances
  • Analysing Performance task focusing on skill improvement
  • Coaching and officiating available.

Controlled assessment

Centre assesses candidates in their practical performances and Analysing Performance task

OCR appointed moderator checks the accuracy of assessment through visiting moderation.

30% full course

Short Courses

We also offer a Short Course in GCSE Physical Education, equivalent to half a GCSE. This offers several advantages:

  • There are only two units to complete
  • Learners who are interested in a particular subject, but don't have time to study a full course, have more learning options
  • Learners can study a wider range of subjects
  • Timetabling for shorter courses can be easier for your centre
  • More able students can complement their studies by taking additional short courses
  • Short courses can be spread over one or two years.

Assessment objectives

The assessment objectives are designed to reflect the non-statutory guidelines for Physical Education.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate the following in the context of the content described:

AO1

Recall, select and communicate their knowledge and understanding of physical activity.

AO2

Apply skills, knowledge and understanding in physical activity.

AO3

Analyse and evaluate physical activity, and identify action to bring about improvement.