13 MĀTAI HĀKINAKINA / SPORTS SCIENCE
Subject Description
Overview Information:
This Physical Education course will give students the opportunity to learn about anatomy, biomechanics, energy systems, psychology and societal influences on sport. Much of this will be delivered through engaging practical learning situations. This course will also have a unit on adolescent health issues.
How and what will I learn at Level 1, 2, and 3?
This course will comprise units covering broad aspects of sports: Societal Influences; Human Performance and Psychology; Biomechanics and Anatomy; Health and Wellbeing; and Sports Education.
Students completing this course will develop an understanding of:
• Anatomy/biomechanics/exercise physiology
• Societal influences
• Sports performance
• Sports education: coaching / leadership / personal training / event management / player management
• Skill analysis including psychology
• Health and well-being
Sports Science Level 3
This course focuses on level 8 of the Health and Physical Education curriculum. It will offer you the opportunity to experience and participate in a wide range of physical activities, in a variety of contexts. It will also help develop your understanding to become a better athlete, performer and coach. This course expands upon many of the learning outcomes covered in the Level 1 & 2 Sports Science course .
What is this subject about?
The course provides learning experiences to further develop students’ knowledge and understanding of the theory and principles of Physical Education. It promotes the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle.
How will I learn? The course has a balance of theory and practical components. There is an emphasis on exercise and individual fitness, participation, and self reflection .
• Students plan and review a training programme based around their chosen sport.
• Students analyse a skill related to their chosen sport and plan for improvement and excel to a high standard
• Students use critical thinking in and around an issue related to physical activity, physical education and sport
What subjects should I have already done?
Students are practically assessed in their chosen sport according to specific criteria/rubrics. A reasonable level of fitness and a real interest in sports, fitness and movement. NCEA Level 2 is highly recommended.
Post Secondary Education: Any sports related tertiary study particularly in the following areas: Physical Education, Health - Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy, Coaching and Sports conditioning and officiating.
Subject Overview
Term 1
Module 1: Improving Skill Performance (Assessed against 3.2)
Using video analysis, students will analyse their own chosen sports skill or those of others. Students will make suggestions for improvement for that skill.
Module 2: Sports Skills Module (Practical) (Assessed against 3.4)
Students will have an opportunity to demonstrate the performance of physical skills against national standards in a specific sport.
Sport they participate in (It must be one of the NZQA approved rubrics)
Term 2
Module 3: Performance Improvement Programme – (PIP (Assessed against AS 3.3)
Students will analyse their current lifestyle and then plan a physical activity programme based around competing in their own sport. Students will then complete their 6 week programme, keep a log of all training sessions and evaluate its level of success- then complete the set programme which is including an strength or endurance event e.g. Cross - Fit
Term 3
Module 3: Performance Improvement Programme – (PIP (Assessed against AS 3.3)
Students will analyse their current lifestyle and then plan a physical activity programme based around competing in their own sport. Students will then complete their 6 week programme, keep a log of all training sessions and evaluate its level of success- then complete the set programme which is including an strength or endurance event e.g. Cross - Fit
Module 4: Issues Impacting on Society (Assessed against 3.5)
Students will examine an issue, activity or trend that has some impact on NZ society and has a connection with physical activity.
Eg. Early Specialisation in young athletes- related to sports academies.
Term 4
Module 4: Issues Impacting on Society (Assessed against 3.5)
Students will examine an issue, activity or trend that has some impact on NZ society and has a connection with physical activity.
Eg. Early Specialisation in young athletes- related to sports academies.
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 1 or Level 2 Sports Science, Science or Health L1 - L2
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 15 credits.
External
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 15
This course is recognised as a University Entrance Domain subject.
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