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Unit 1: Opportunities for and the effects of leading a healthy and active lifestyle.60% of AS mark, 30% of A Level2 hour written examinationPHED1 sectionSection A: six structured questionsSection B: application of theoretical knowledge to a practical situationUnit 2: Analysis and evaluation of physical activity as a performer and/or in adopted role/s.40% of AS mark, 20% of A LevelCandidates perform, analyse and evaluate the execution of core skills/techniques in isolation and in structured practice as either a player/performer and in an adopted role or two adopted roles.Unit 3: Optimising performance and evaluating contemporary issues within sport.30% of A Level2 hour written examinationSection A? how exercise physiology can optimise performanceSection B? how application of psychological knowledge can optimise performanceSection C?contemporary influences in sport and their impact on the performerUnit 4: Optimising practical performance in a competitive situation.20% of A LevelInternal assessment with external moderationCandidates perform, analyse and evaluate their own performance identify weaknesses, and suggest causes and appropriate corrective measures.
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