Level 2 Sports Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Miss R. Gunn.
The Year 12 Sports Science course includes:
- An optional 3 day experience at an Outdoor Pursuits Camp, this trip includes students participating in a range of outdoor activities.
- Learning about anatomy, biomechanics and skill learning, relating to Volleyball.
- Improving student’s practical performance and social responsibility in Ultimate Frisbee and any chosen sport.
- Develop and apply group processes through a range of team activities.
- Examine the significance for self, others and society for a sporting event.
Recommended Prior Learning
Satisfactory completion of Year 11 Sports Science or HOD approval.
Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirements
Optional Activities - Outdoor Education experience ( approx cost $450), Tough Girl/Tough Guy Challenge ( approx cost $65 ).
Pathway
Tertiary education in - Physical Education, Physiotherapy, Medicine, Occupational therapy, Teaching, Sports Science, Nutrition, Recreation and Leisure. Careers in - Health and Fitness Centres, Recreation Centres, Regional Sports Trusts, Coaching and Sports Management, Sports Psychology, National Sport Foundations, Public Health Organisations.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
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NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills
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Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity
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Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 2.5 - Examine the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event, a physical activity, or a festival
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Physical Education 2.8 - Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity
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Disclaimer
We aim to enable every student to have the course that they prefer, however, some courses have limited places or pre-requisits that may restrict the student's choice.