Sports Studies

Assessment

In Year 12 students will study units 1 and 3. In Year 13 students will study units 2 and 4. Unit 1 is Anatomy and Physiology and covers aspects of the human body and the changes that occur when taking part in physical activity. This unit is assessed by an exam. Unit 2 is Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport, and Well-being. In this unit, students learn how to test for a variety of fitness and lifestyle components and produce an action plan to improve lifestyle and fitness. This unit is assessed by an externally moderated piece of coursework. Unit 3 is Professional Developments in the Sports Industry which prepares students for a career in the sport and leisure industry. This unit is internally assessed via coursework assignments. Unit 4 is Sports Leadership where students develop and plan coaching sessions to improve their leadership skills. This unit is internally assessed via coursework assignments.