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Pearson Edexcel BTEC Sport and Exercise Science Past Papers & Mark Schemes

Free BTEC Sport and Exercise Science past papers & mark schemes. Anatomy, physiology, psychology, and biomechanics. Units 1–13. 90 resources.

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BTEC Sport and Exercise Science – Question Paper – Unit 13 – January 2021

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January 2020

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June 2019

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Anatomy, Psychology, and Performance Science: BTEC Sport and Exercise Science

Pearson Edexcel BTEC Sport and Exercise Science (Level 3 National) prepares students for careers in sport science, performance analysis, coaching, and health-related exercise professions. The qualification integrates physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, and sport psychology within a vocational framework. Unit 1 — Anatomy and Physiology — is the core external examination, assessing the musculoskeletal system, cardiovascular function, respiratory mechanics, and energy systems. Unit 2 covers fitness testing and training principles. Unit 3 — Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology — is a set task in two parts: Part A (preparation under supervised conditions) and Part B (a timed response using the materials developed in Part A). Unit 13 explores sport and exercise physiology at an advanced level, examining lactate threshold, VO₂ max, periodisation, and training adaptations in detail. Ninety resources cover papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports across all assessed units.

Exam Paper Structure

Unit 1No calculator

Anatomy and Physiology

2 hours🎯 90 marks📊 Varies% of grade
Musculoskeletal anatomyCardiovascular physiologyRespiratory mechanicsEnergy systems
Unit 3No calculator

Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology (Set Task)

Part A + Part B🎯 Varies marks📊 Varies% of grade
Motivation and goal-settingArousal, anxiety, and performanceGroup dynamics and cohesion
Unit 13Calculator ✓

Advanced Sport and Exercise Physiology

Externally assessed🎯 Varies marks📊 Varies% of grade
Lactate threshold and VO₂ maxTraining adaptationsPeriodisation and peaking

Key Information

Exam BoardPearson Edexcel
Specification CodePearson BTEC Level 3 National Sport and Exercise Science
QualificationBTEC
Grading ScaleP / M / D / D*
Assessment TypeExternal exams + set tasks + internal units
TiersNo tiers
Number Of PapersMultiple units
Exam DurationUnit 1: 2 hours; Unit 3: timed response
Total MarksVaries by unit
Calculator StatusCalculator allowed
Available SessionsJanuary and June series
Total Resources90

Key Topics in Sport and Exercise Science

Topics you need to know

Skeletal and muscular anatomyLever systems and biomechanicsEnergy systems: PC, glycolytic, aerobicCardiovascular and respiratory responses to exerciseMotivation, arousal, and psychological performanceFitness testing protocolsTraining principles and periodisationSport injury prevention and rehabilitation

Exam Command Words

Command wordWhat the examiner expects
DescribeGive an account of a physiological process or structure
ExplainGive reasons for a physiological response or psychological phenomenon
EvaluateJudge the effectiveness of a training method or performance strategy
ApplyUse theoretical knowledge to explain a specific sporting scenario

Typical Grade Boundaries

GradeApproximate mark needed
D*85–100%
D70–84%
M55–69%
P40–54%

⚠️ BTEC Sport and Exercise Science unit boundaries vary by session.

Physiology Precision and Applied Psychology for BTEC Sport Science

Unit 1 demands precise anatomical and physiological terminology. When describing muscle contractions, specify the type (isotonic concentric, isotonic eccentric, isometric), the joint involved, the bones and muscles acting, and the type of lever system. Practise labelling diagrams of the heart, lung, and major skeletal muscles, as diagram questions are common. For energy systems, learn the sequence clearly: the phosphocreatine system dominates the first ten seconds, anaerobic glycolysis bridges ten seconds to two minutes, and aerobic respiration sustains prolonged activity. Be able to link each system to specific sports activities and explain the role of oxygen and the causes of fatigue within each system. Unit 3 psychology questions reward candidates who apply psychological theory to specific sporting scenarios. When discussing motivation, use Weiner's attribution theory or self-determination theory with a named sporting example. For arousal, reference the inverted-U hypothesis with a specific sport and performance level rather than speaking in abstract terms.

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