11SPO

Year 11 Sports Science

Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Watson.

This is an Achievement Standard course that includes both theory and practical work. 

There are three major practical activities throughout the year, The Great Expedition ( a team challenge involving running sea kayaking and problem solving), Basketball /Volleyball and Circus performance. Students participate in these activities while at the same time demonstrating their understanding and awareness of sporting movement. Assessments are in the form of written reports, practical demonstration, verbal assessment and online reflection. 

Topics include functional anatomy, biomechanics, responses to exercise, interpersonal skills, influences on participation and strategies used to learn new skills.





Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

This cost covers the two day expedition in Term One.

Description Type Value
Expedition - Term 1 Optional $75.00
$75.00

Pathway

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.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 20
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 90962 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.1 - Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence own participation


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 90963 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 90964 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.3 - Demonstrate quality movement in the performance of a physical activity


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 90966 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.5 - Demonstrate interpersonal skills in a group and explain how these skills impact on others


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 90967 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.6 - Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe the outcomes


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Note that picking a course doesn't guarantee entry.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the year level dean or the Future Pathways team for support and guidance.