Physical Education Yearly Overview

GCSE Physical Education

Course Title:  NCFE Level 1/2 Technical Award in Health and Fitness 
Exam Board:  NCFE
Qualification: NCFE Vocational Combined Level 1/2

ABOUT THE COURSE

The objectives of this qualification are to:

• Develop a broad understanding of the structure and function of body systems
• Identify the effects of health and fitness activities on the body
• Understand health and fitness and the components of fitness
• Apply the principles of training
• Understand the impact of lifestyle on health and fitness
• Test and develop components of fitness
• Apply health and fitness analysis and set goals
• Plan, develop and take part in a health and fitness programme and understand how to prepare safely

ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW

Non-exam assessment - (60%) Synoptic project.

The Synoptic project encourages the learner to combine elements of their learning and to show accumulated knowledge and understanding across the content areas. It enables the learner to show their ability to integrate and apply knowledge, understanding and skills with breadth and depth. It also requires them to demonstrate their capability to apply knowledge, understanding and skills across all content areas that are being assessed.

Examined assessment (40%) Written exam

The exam is set and marked by NCFE. The assessment assesses learners’ knowledge and understanding of the content areas of this qualification. A variety of assessment questions will be used, including multiple-choice, short-answer and extended response questions. This will enable learners to demonstrate their breadth of knowledge and understanding of the subject and ensure achievement at the appropriate level, including stretch and challenge.

Please click on the below links to view our KS4 Curriculum Overviews for 2023/24:

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