Description of Course

The main purpose of the Course is to research and critically evaluate factors which underpin and impact on performance and use this knowledge to develop their own performance or those of others.

The Course is suitable for learners who have an interest in and enthusiasm for developing performance in physical activity. The Course builds on the knowledge and understanding, and performance skills developed by the learner in the Higher Physical Education Course.

Course Content

The Course has six broad aims which enable the learner to:

• investigate and critically evaluate how a range of MESP factors impact on performance

• understand and apply methods to develop performance

• develop independent research and investigation skills

• select and apply a range of movement and performance skills by making informed decisions during high level performance

• carry out high – level performance in selected physical activities

• analyse and evaluate the process of performance development

Assessment

Performance

• 30% of overall grade (30 marks out 100)

• One-off challenging performance in practical exam conditions

Detailed Project Report

• 70% of overall grade (70 marks out 100)

Progression

• Undergraduate degree in Physical Education or Health

• Sport related degree