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PHYSICAL EDUCATION-CORE
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE
This core PE course offers students a wide and varied programme of activities and is regarded as a
continuation in the development of basic skills learned in earlier years.
Core PE is a non-examination subject and aims to implement the following objectives:
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to develop a knowledge of health and exercise in the pursuit of a healthy and active lifestyle
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to acquire a positive body image
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to obtain a range of personal and social skills through Physical Education
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to become skilful, knowledgeable and discerning consumers of sport
CAREERS
For those interested in sport, there is a wide choice of careers ranging from the professional athlete to
work-related sport such as: Teaching and Coaching, Recreational Management, The Media, Sports Medicine
and many others.
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