Level 1 Health & Sport Science
Course Description
PURPOSE: You will enjoy this course if you have a particular interest in how the body works and health issues. The rapidly growing sport and health industry is worth over $12 billion a year to New Zealand. This course will give you a foundation in this exciting and dynamic industry.
COURSE OUTLINE: This course is an excellent choice for any student who enjoys learning about the body and the health issues that we, our families and community have to cope with. You will be encouraged to use your understanding of Science and critical thinking skills to help you make informed decisions on modern health issues. All standards are internally assessed achievement standards. This course is not eligible for subject endorsement but can lead to Year 12 Biology, Year 12 Marine Biology and Year 12 Investigative Science.
You can also take either Core Science (SCICS101) or Ag Hort Science (SCIAH101).
You CANNOT take Investigative Science (SCIIS101).
Recommended Prior Learning
You have an interest in the body and health issues and do well in internal assessments.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Science 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a science-informed response to a local issue
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Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the use of a range of scientific investigative approaches in a context
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Chemistry and Biology 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between a microorganism and the environment