Sport Science Cambridge Technical-
Whilst studying the Level 2 Sport Science Cambridge National students will develop theoretical knowledge within three units of study.
These units of study include two mandatory units:
- R180: Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions
- R181: Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance
As well as one optional unit:
- R182: The body’s response to physical activity and how technology informs this
Within the unit R180 ‘Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions’ students will prepare as a participant to take part in physical activity in a way which minimises the risk of injuries occurring. The unit will also prepare them to know how to react to common injuries that can occur during sport and physical activity, and how to recognise the symptoms of some common medical conditions
Within the unit R181 ’Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance’ students will conduct a range of fitness tests, understand what they test and their advantages and disadvantages. They will also learn how to design, plan and evaluate a fitness training programme.
Finally, within the unit R182 ‘The body’s response to physical activity and how technology informs this’ student will gain understanding of how both the cardio-respiratory and musculoskeletal systems provide you with the energy and movements needed to keep you exercising and in turn how exercise helps develop both systems. Students will also learn about relevant technology and how this assists us in measuring changes in these systems.
GCSE PE-
In Year 10 AQA GCSE PE students will revisit theoretical knowledge of physical training in relation to components of fitness and training required by different sports performers and develop knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology, movement analysis and sports psychology. In a practical sense, students will participate in a variety of different sports in order to help improve skills which will also be assessed for the practical element of their grade. In addition to this, students will begin to complete the written NEA element of the course by analysing their own performance in sport. Throughout the year students are expected to work to the best of their ability, work independently and participate in physical activity outside of lesson time on a regular basis.
In Year 11 AQA GCSE PE students will develop theoretical knowledge of health, fitness and well-being as well as socio-cultural influences impacting on participation. In a practical sense, students will participate in a variety of different sports in order to help improve skills which will also be assessed for the practical element of their grade. In addition to this, students will continue to complete the written NEA element of the course by evaluating their own performance in sport an action plan to improve a particular aspect. Throughout the year students are expected to work to the best of their ability, work independently and participate in physical activity outside of lesson time on a regular basis.