Level 3 Physical Education (AS)

NCEA Level 3 Physical Education is an academic course that builds on the foundations of Levels 1 and 2, combining both theory and practical work. The course encourages students to think critically about physical activity, evaluate their experiences, and understand the social and biophysical influences on movement. Key topics include

• Biophysical principles: Students learn about biomechanics, anatomy, and exercise physiology to understand human movement.
• Sociology of sport: Students examine the role of sport and physical activity in New Zealand society and culture, often focusing on a current event or issue.
• Training principles: Students develop, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of performance improvement or training programmes
• Lifelong wellbeing: Students evaluate their personal physical activity experiences to devise strategies for lifelong wellbeing.
• Practical application: Students participate in a range of physical activities to apply their theoretical knowledge
• Safety management: Students analyse issues in safety management for outdoor activity to devise safety management strategies