Cambridge National Sport
Curriculum Intent
The Cambridge Nationals in Sport Studies take a more sector-based focus, whilst also encompassing some core sport/physical education themes. Learners have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge about different types of sport and physical activity, skills development and sports leadership to their own practical performance. They will learn about contemporary issues in sport such as funding, participation, ethics and role models, and sport and the media. Learners will develop an appreciation of the importance of sport locally and nationally, different ways of being involved in sport and of how this shapes the sports industry.
Programmes of Study
Cambridge National Certificate in Sport Studies
Unit R051: Contemporary issues in sport
Unit R052: Developing sports skills
Unit R053: Sports leadership
Unit R054: Sport and the media
Marking and Assessment
All assessments will be marked in accordance with the criteria set by the Governing body Cambridge National
Examinations
Mandatory
R051: Contemporary issues in sport
Written paper, OCR set and marked, 1 hour – 60 marks (60 UMS), Learners answer all questions.
R052: Developing sports skills,
Centre assessed tasks, OCR moderated 60 marks (60 UMS), Learners should spend approximately 10 hours on the assessment tasks
Optional
R053: Sports leadership,
Centre assessed tasks, OCR moderated 60 marks (60 UMS), Learners should spend approximately 10 hours on the assessment tasks
R054: Sport and the media,
Centre assessed tasks, OCR moderated 60 marks, (60 UMS), Learners should spend approximately 10 hours on the assessment tasks
Revision Guides/Supporting Resources
Resources such as PowerPoint etc for each class are either on ‘office 365 teams’ or ‘the school network ‘classwork, student shared area’.
Staff Details
Cambridge National Sport is a subject within the PE department
Mr Moore – Head of Department
Mrs Sweeney – Teacher of Physical Education (SSCO)
Mrs Eastham – Teacher of Physical Education (Progress Coordinator Yellow section)
Mr Hutton – Teacher of Physical Education and History
Careers and Progression
This Cambridge National in Sports Studies complements vocational qualifications including Health and Social Care, IT, Fitness Training and Performing Arts. It is also a great partner for, Sociology, Maths and English Language.
Upon completion, learners can progress to A-levels, Technical Certificates and other Level 3 vocational qualifications such as BTEC National Diploma in Sports.
Students may progress to university to study a variety of courses, including Sports Science, Sports Studies, Leisure Management, Teaching, Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy and others.
Progress Ladder - PE
