Course information
Physical Education Studies is designed for students with an interest in the biological, physiological, psychological, social and cultural influences on performance and participation in physical activity. Through both practical and theory classes, students develop knowledge and skills to improve resilience, an understanding of how to improve health and wellbeing and improve movement skills. This course will provide students with an opportunity to improve physical fitness and aims to prepare students for life long physical wellbeing.
Post-school pathways
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Workload expectation
As a general guide to success in this course one hour per week of additional study on top of regular classes is expected.
Course pattern
May be available as a Minor or Major.
Suggested Minor course
Semester | Unit |
|---|---|
1 | Sport Skill Acquisition |
2 | Leisure and Recreation |
Suggested Major course
Semester | Unit |
|---|---|
1 | Sport Skill Acquisition |
2 | Leisure and Recreation |
3 | Building and Improving Teams |
4 | Sport, Activity, Culture and Society |
Unit descriptions
Sport Skill Acquisition
Students explore the acquisition and development of sports skills and apply processes and theories associated with skill acquisition and refinement. They respectfully and safely participate in activities in a diverse range of sports, building self-efficacy.
Leisure and Recreation
This unit develops student’s understanding of physical activity, recreation and sport from a participatory perspective. Students explore activities focused on improving fitness, personal, emotional and physical wellbeing and the importance of lifelong physical activity.
Building and Improving Teams
Students explore and develop skills associated with the enhancement of teams. They will learn about factors which affect performance and implement strategies used to support players’ emotional, social and physical development. They safely participate and apply concepts during a diverse range of activities promoting teamwork and collaboration.
Sport, Activity, Culture and Society
Students explore a range of sports and physical activities that contribute to individual, societal and cultural identity. They participate in and reflect on how a variety of physical activities and culturally diverse individual and team sports impact personal, societal and national identity.