Pearson Edexcel A-Level Physical Education Past Papers & Mark Schemes
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June 2018
1 fileA-Level Physical Education – Mark scheme – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2018
June 2017
5 filesA-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2017
A-Level Physical Education – Mark scheme – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2017
A-Level Physical Education – Mark scheme – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2017
A-Level Physical Education – Question paper – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2017
A-Level Physical Education – Question paper – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2017
June 2016
2 filesJune 2015
8 filesA-Level Physical Education – Mark scheme – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2015
A-Level Physical Education – Question paper – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2015
A-Level Physical Education – Mark scheme – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2015
A-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 1 (6PE02) – June 2015
A-Level Physical Education – Question paper – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2015
A-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 4 (6PE04) – June 2015
A-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2015
A-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2015
June 2014
8 filesA-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 4 (6PE04) – June 2014
A-Level Physical Education – Question paper – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2014
A-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2014
A-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 1 (6PE02) – June 2014
A-Level Physical Education – Mark scheme – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2014
A-Level Physical Education – Question paper – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2014
A-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 3 (6PE03) – June 2014
A-Level Physical Education – Mark scheme – Unit 1 (6PE01) – June 2014
June 2012
1 fileA-Level Physical Education – Examiner report – Unit 4 (6PE04) – June 2012
Sport Science, Biomechanics, and Psychology of Performance at A-Level
Exam Paper Structure
Scientific Principles of Physical Education
Psychological and Social Principles of Physical Education
Practical Performance
Key Information
| Exam Board | Pearson Edexcel |
| Specification Code | 9PE0 |
| Qualification | A-Level |
| Grading Scale | A*–E |
| Assessment Type | 2 written papers + practical assessment |
| Component 1 | 2 hr 30 min — Scientific Principles of PE (36%) |
| Component 2 | 1 hr 45 min — Psychological and Social Principles (24%) |
| Component 3 | Practical Performance (40%) |
| Available Sessions | June 2017 – June 2024 (plus legacy papers) |
| Total Resources | 145 |
Key Topics in Physical Education
Topics you need to know
Exam Command Words
| Command word | What the examiner expects |
|---|---|
| Calculate | Work out a numerical value using biomechanical or physiological formulae — show working and include units |
| Analyse | Break down a sporting performance, movement, or issue into components, explaining how they interact |
| Evaluate | Judge the effectiveness of a training method, intervention, or psychological strategy using evidence |
| Apply | Use physiological, biomechanical, or psychological principles to explain a specific sporting scenario |
| Justify | Give reasons for a coaching decision or training recommendation, supporting with scientific principles |
| Describe | Give a detailed account of a physiological process, biomechanical principle, or psychological theory |
Typical Grade Boundaries
| Grade | Approximate mark needed |
|---|---|
| A* | 70–82% |
| A | 60–69% |
| B | 50–59% |
| C | 40–49% |
| D | 30–39% |
| E | 22–29% |
⚠️ Typical boundaries for written components (150 marks total). Practical component graded separately. Check Pearson's website.
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