Stage 1 Sports Science
Length of Course
Level
Learning Area
Core or Specialist
Pre-requisites
Nil
Subject Description
Students selecting Sports Science will explore individual learning interests combining Science and Sport. There will be flexibility in the selection of themes and topics studied based on the interests of the students.
Through Scientific Studies students develop knowledge of scientific principles and concepts through their own investigations in areas such as practical sports, health and fitness, diet and nutrition etc. They develop the skills and abilities to explain scientific phenomena, and to draw evidence-based conclusions from investigations of sports science related issues.
By the end of this course, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding aspects of:
- Health and fitness
- Diet and nutrition
- Allied fields up for negotiation
Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through
- School Assessed Individual Inquiry Folio
- Collaborative Inquiry
Stage 2 Sports Science
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