About the course
Higher PE - Course assessment
The Higher P.E. course is assessed in two parts: The performance and the exam. The performance involves you being assessed in two different activities. The exam tests your knowledge and understanding of the theoretical components of the course.
Higher PE - Command words
Your knowledge will be tested in different ways in the Higher Physical Education exam. This will be done through five command words: identify, describe, explain, analyse and evaluate.
Higher PE - Scenario
The third section of the Higher Physical Education exam is the scenario. This will always relate to two factors and can include any of the course content.