Sport, Health and Performance
Elective Unit
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. Course Description
This elective explores health, wellbeing and sporting performance from a global perspective. Students investigate how factors such as mental health, nutrition, technology, socioeconomic status, gender equity and access to resources influence health outcomes, physical activity participation and athletic performance in Australia and around the world. They examine variations in health and performance across different populations and explore initiatives that promote inclusion, equity and wellbeing. Through practical and theoretical learning, students investigate training principles, coaching strategies, skill acquisition, injury prevention and the role of sports science and technology in enhancing performance. Building on concepts from core Health and Physical Education, this elective provides a strong foundation for future study in VCE Health and Human Development, VCE Physical Education, VCE/VET Sport and Recreation, and IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science. Essential Questions
- What are the dimensions of health and wellbeing, and how do they interrelate?
- How and why does health status vary within Australia and between low-, middle- and high-income countries?
- What factors influence global health outcomes and wellbeing?
- What challenges exist in addressing health inequities across the world?
- How can individuals and communities take social action to improve health and wellbeing?
- How have advancements in sports science, technology and training methods improved sporting performance?
- What training principles contribute to improved fitness and performance?
- What are the characteristics of an effective coach, and how do they support skill acquisition and game sense development?
- How do injury prevention and management strategies support participation and performance in physical activity and sport?
- How can scientific data be used to monitor, evaluate and improve health and performance outcomes?
Areas of Study
- Understanding Health and Wellbeing
- Global Health
- Technique and Technology in Sport
- Sports Coaching
Assessment
- Portfolio
- Written Test and Practical Assessment
- Research Task
- Media presentation
| Task |
Description |
| Research task |
Global Indigenous populations task
Research a chosen First Nations or Indigenous population. Explore their cultural traditions, lifestyle, diet, health and wellbeing practices and overall health outcomes experienced. |
| Unit 3 |
Social action |
| Short Film |
Creation of a short film to highlight a global health issue and research social action that could be undertaken to help reduce the impact of this issue |
| Exam: Global Health |
Short answer and extended response questions. |
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