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HSC Course Core Topics (60%) Health Priorities in Australia Factors Affecting Performance Optional Component (40%) Students to select two options each from: The Health of Young People Sport and Physical Activity in Australian Society Sports Medicine Improving Performance Equity and Health In addition to core studies, students select two options in each of the Preliminary and HSC courses Special Requirements Students are required to purchase a workbook that covers all areas (core and options) for each year of study. The cost of the workbook is $65. The students also undertake a series of seminars at The University of Sydney which attracts an annual fee of around $30. Assessment / Homework Information The Assessment Schedule and tasks are evaluated annually and are thus subject to change. At the time of printing, the current schedule was as follows: Preliminary Course Research Assignment - Media search (25%) Skill Analysis - Body in motion. (15%) Case Study - First Aid/fitness choices (20%) Written Examination (40%) HSC Course Research assignment (15%) Training Program Analysis (15%) Half Yearly Exam (10%) Performance plan (20%) Trial HSC (40%) Nightly revision of this subject is mandatory should a student wish to achieve a result that would allow matriculation. The Higher School Certificate: Preliminary Courses 2012 Page 65 HSC Courses 2013
Sport Lifestyle and Recreation Overview SLR is an ideal subject for those senior students not wishing to obtain an ATAR allowing University entry. Students will learn about the importance of a healthy lifestyle and recognise the need to be active, responsible and informed decision makers. This course encourages students to continue to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of the role of sport, a healthy lifestyle and recreation in everyday life. Content The course aims to: • Develop in students an awareness of social and community values in the areas of sport, lifestyle and recreation; • Promote an understanding of the requirements for healthy living; • Develop a deeper understanding of the interaction between society, sport, recreation and fitness; • Identify how sport influences and affects various groups and sections of our society; • Provide students with a greater understanding of their physical and sporting potential. Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies enables students to build upon their learning in Years K-10 PDHPE, it focuses on those aspects of learning that relate most closely to participation in sports and physical activity. It aims at developing the student’s knowledge, understanding and skills needed to adopt health-promoting lifestyles. The 'Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies' program at Waverley College is an important element of the overall school curriculum as it encourages students to explore the role of sport, a healthy lifestyle and recreation in everyday life. Situated near Sydney's city beaches, many Waverley students have access to an environment which encourages an active lifestyle. The Course involves the study of the following Board developed modules. The modules studied at Waverley are as follows: Aquatics (Yr 12) Athletics Dance First Aid and Sports Injuries (Yr 11) Fitness (Yr 12) Games and sports Applications 1 Games and sports Applications II The Higher School Certificate: Preliminary Courses 2012 Page 66 HSC Courses 2013
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