GCSE Sports Science

Section A – Anatomy and Physiology

bones; joints; muscles and muscle action; tendons and ligaments; the circulatory system; the respiratory system

Section B – Factors affecting participation in physical activity

reasons for participating in physical activity; health, fitness and performance; skill-related fitness; principles of training; methods of training; diet, health and hygiene

Practical

volleyball plus one from either rugby or hockey; the main thrust of the course emphasises practical competence but will also include rules, tactics and analysis of performance