Level 3 Physical Education
Course Description
A full achievement standard course which is a university approved (UE) subject and course endorsement is available. This course is made up of a mixture of sports science and socio cultural theory which engages you in critical thinking about “all things physical”. Contemporary approaches to skill acquisition and leadership are also explored.
The course is somewhat co-constructed with student input based on interests and what students wanted to get out of PE. Practical activities have included: Badminton, Frisbee, Turbo Touch, Leading Primary students for PE, visits to/from AUT Millennium Institute of sport and a range of practical activities to engage you in critical thinking about key concepts.
Learning and evidence for assessment is gathered through immersion in the practical aspect of the course.
Course fees will be approximately $50
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Recommended Prior Learning
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.1 - Evaluate physical activity experiences to devise strategies for lifelong well-being
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Physical Education 3.3 - Evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement programme
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Physical Education 3.4 - Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 3.5 - Examine a current physical activity event, trend, or issue and its impact on New Zealand society
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Physical Education 3.8 - Examine contemporary leadership principles applied in physical activity contexts
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
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
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths