SPOR300

Sport Studies 300

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Madar.

Sports Studies 300 is an exciting step for anyone passionate about the world of sports and physical activity. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of sports science, coaching techniques, sports management, and athletic performance. It’s ideal for those looking to turn their enthusiasm for sports into a professional career, whether in coaching, sports therapy, or sports administration. With hands-on experience and a deep dive into the science behind athletic performance, this course provides the skills and knowledge needed to excel in various sports-related fields.

Topics covered include:

  • Event Management - Ski Trip

  • Biophysical Principles (biomechanics, functional anatomy, sports psychology, skill learning)

  • Sports Coaching & Leadership 

  • Sports Performance














Recommended Prior Learning

Active participation and effort applied at Sport Studies 200 

Is able to run a beep test at Level 6

Has shown previous involvement in school sports as a player/manager/coach.  

Is willing to support the sports & PE department in running activities that promote health and physical activity.






Career Pathways

Course Skills

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 16
Internal Assessed Credits: 16
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91498 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 3.1 - Evaluate physical activity experiences to devise strategies for lifelong well-being


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91501 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 3.4 - Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91505 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 3.8 - Examine contemporary leadership principles applied in physical activity contexts


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91789 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 3.9 - Devise strategies for a physical activity outcome


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 16
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 16

Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.

Disclaimer

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