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13 PHYSICAL EDUCATION - MĀTAURANGA TINANA

13PE
Course Description

Curriculum Leader: Ms T. Murphy.

Recommended Prior Learning

Prerequisite - Achieved at least 10 credits at Level 2 PE. 

Open entry to students who did not do Level 2 PE, but a conversation must happen with the Curriculum Leader.

You need to have an interest in being physically active.


Level 3 Physical Education involves students learning in, through and about movement in a range of different physical activity environments. This course may include the following topics: devising strategies to improve a physical activity outcome (Volleyball), evaluating physical activity experiences throughout student’s lives, examining a current exercise trend and its impact on New Zealand society and demonstrating quality movement in a physical activity context (lawn bowls, Tough Gal and volleyball). Students will also have the opportunity to organise their own end-of-year PE camp. Critical thinking, understanding research and reaching coherent judgements are some of the fundamental skills acquired in this course.

Topics likely to be offered in 2026: 

  • Analysis of a physical skill (Anatomy and Biomechanics).
  • Evaluate physical activity experiences for lifelong wellbeing.
  • Two physical activity contexts are offered to the students and practiced and performed (lawn bowls + volleyball).
  • Examining a current trend, event or issue in physical activity and its impact on New Zealand Society.
  • Overnight camp at the end of the year (students decide on location/activities).

15 NCEA L3 credits, all internal.

Course Cost: 

Activities off site and camp: Approximately $200


Learning Areas:

PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH - MĀTAURANGA Ā-TINANA Ā-HAUORA


Career Pathways

Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Acupuncturist, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Occupational Therapist, Osteopath, Physiotherapist, Journalist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Sports Coach/Official, Professional Sportsperson, Trainer, Tertiary Lecturer, Recreation Co-ordinator, Secondary School Teacher, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Police Officer, Community Development Worker, Youth Worker, Health Promoter



			


				

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