Year 10 Sports and Hauora Studies
10SHS Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Davies.
Recommended Prior LearningNo prerequisites required however a high level of engagement and participation preferred in Year 10SHS course.
This course will prepare students for both Level 1 Health and/or Physical Education. Students will be introduced to aspects of Sport Science (biophysical principles, including functional anatomy and biomechanics), Health Promotion, Socio-cultural factors, Aquatics and Sexuality Education. These topics are not covered in the compulsory Year 10 Health & Physical Education course.
Aims of the Course:
- To provide students with the opportunities to extend their knowledge and understanding of Health and Physical Education concepts taught in compulsory Junior Health and Physical Education courses.
- To develop students' literacy skills needed for Level 1.
- Provide connections that utilize skills learned in school to life situations, such as involving students in a school health promotion campaign
Faculties:
Physical Education, Health & Dance
Assessment Information
Students are assessed on their application and understanding of Health and Sports Science concepts throughout the year across a combination of theoretical written assessments and practical applications.
Year 11 Health Studies, Year 11 Physical Education
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryPhysical Education Uniform (St Mary's College top, St Mary's College shorts and sport shoes), swimming togs and swimming cap.
A trip is included in this course to practically experience the learning throughout the first part of the year. The cost of trip is $30-$40.