Sports Science - Level 2

Cambridge Nationals

Course Summary

This course is worth 1 GCSE and incorporates a wide range of skills and techniques. The course is modular and so allows for students to move through units at different times, completing a number of assignments. The course requires students to develop and then demonstrate their theoretical knowledge around the selected units highlighted below. There will also be an expectation to demonstrate their understanding of key assessment criteria through practical performance.

Students Suited to the Course

This course would suit students who are enthusiastic about Physical Education and Sport and are keen to learn more about the theoretical aspects behind it. The course will suit students who have an existing understanding of the importance of nutrition, types of injuries that can occur within sport, how the body responds when exercising and types of training. Furthermore, the course will require students who are determined to work hard and complete a high number of assignments to achieve the best grade possible.

 Course Structure

If you are entered for this qualification you will complete a range of practical and written assessments alongside an exam unit. The practical elements will focus on the different principles of training and how the body responds to varying styles of exercise. The written assignments will support your practical element in addition to demonstrating your understanding of the core units.

Assessment Methods

Mandatory - Reducing the Risk of Sports Injuries and Dealing with Common Medical Conditions (40% -externally assessed)

Mandatory - Applying the Principles of Training (coursework- 40%)

Optional - The Body’s Response to Physical Activity and how Technology informs this OR Nutrition and Sports Performance (20%)

Possible Progressions

This course would provide a solid foundation for students who want to go on to study The OCR Technical at Level 3 at Brigg Sixth Form. Additionally, the course has strong links with English, where students will be required to formulate coherent assignments. Furthermore, some aspects of the course link with First Aid and training methods, with particular focus on the role that different training methods can impact on the different components of fitness.

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