Sport Science

This is an options subject offered by the PE Department. There is also an option for Dance.
Students who choose this option will take the qualification Cambridge National in Sport Science

Course description

Our Cambridge National in Sport Science will encourage students to think for themselves about the scientific world of sport whilst putting those theories and concepts into practice in both theoretical and practical sport situations. They will gain a full and complete understanding of these areas to enable progression at level 3 into a scientific discipline of their choice.

How is the course graded?

All results are awarded on the following scale:

Distinction* at Level 2 (*2)
Distinction at Level 2 (D2)
Merit at Level 2 (M2)
Pass at Level 2 (P2)
Distinction at Level 1 (D1)
Merit at Level 1 (M1)
Pass at Level 1 (P1)

How will I be assessed?

Unit R180 is assessed through an external exam of 1 hour and 15 minutes. This is worth 40% of the qualification.
Unit R181 is an internally assessed non-exam unit. This is worth 40% of the qualification.
Unit R182 is an internally assessed non-exam unit. This is worth 20% of the qualification.

R180

Reducing the risk of sports injuries and dealing with common medical conditions

Learners will be prepared to take part in physical activity in a way which minimises the risk of injuries occurring. It 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.

R181

Applying the principles of training: fitness and how it affects skill performance

Learners 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. Students will then interpret the data collected from these fitness tests and learn how best to feed this back.

R182

The body’s response to physical activity and how technology informs this

Learners will gain understanding of how both the cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal systems provide them with the energy and movements needed to keep 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.