Section A: Short questions
You will answer 10 out of 12 questions and it is recommended you spend 50 minutes on them.
(Note, the 2023 paper has been edited to comply with Covid learning and students will only have to answer 5 short questions out of 12).
It’s a good idea to try and answer an extra question if you have time.
Section B: Case study
It is recommended to spend approximately 40 minutes on the case study question. You will be asked about a recent sporting event that has been in the news and you will apply your theoretical knowledge to answers here. Generally, this question will be divided into 4 or 5 parts.
Top Tip: Common theory-related questions may include the principles of training, rest and recovery strategies, injuries and treatments associated with the sport, training outside the activity etc.
Section C: Long questions
You should spend approximately 1 hour on section C and complete 3 long questions out of 5. (Note, the 2023 paper will only require you to answer 2 long questions).
It’s common for long questions to contain multiple topics so do not begin answering until you have read all parts of the question!!
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