Leaving Certificate Physical Education (PE) develops the students’ capacity to participate in physical education and physical activity in a confident and informed way. In Leaving Certificate Physical Education, students have an opportunity to study physical education for certification. The specification is designed to appeal to students who have an interest in and a commitment to participation and performance in physical activity. Leaving Certificate Physical Education develops the students’ capacity to become an informed, skilled, self-directed and reflective performer in physical education and physical activity in senior cycle and in their future life.

Assessment:

• Project: 50%
• Exam: 50%