Sport and Exercise Science
Why study BTEC Sport?
- An alternative to A Level PE
- 5 out of 8 units are coursework
- BTEC explores different aspects of PE and Sport
- Equivalent of two A Levels
How will I be assessed?
By written assignments, presentations and practical assessments; three examinations and five coursework units.
entry requirements
- An interest in PE/Sport
- GCSE PE desirable but not essential
- English and Mathematics GCSE Grade 4 or above
What skills will I gain from studying BTEC Sport?
- Teaching and Coaching Skills
- Skills of Analysis of Data
- Social Skills
- A deeper understanding of current issues on Sport
- Report Writing
- Leadership Skills
Where can BTEC Sport lead?
- Teaching / Coaching
- Leisure Centre Management
- Sport / Media / Commercialism Work
- Working for NGB of Sport
Staff
The following members of staff form the PE department at King Edwards:
| Staff Member | Job Title |
| Mrs N Coombes | Head of Department (0.8) |
| Mr A Haigh | Head of Department (0.2) |
| Mr H Smith | 2nd in PE |
| Mr D Butler | Head of Sixth Form |
| Miss K Hinz | Assistant Headteacher |
| Mr J Tizard | Teacher in PE |
| Miss C Walker | Teacher in PE |
| Mrs S Butler | Teacher in PE |
| Miss G Sheppard | Teacher in PE |
| Mrs H Raines | Teacher in PE |
