Level 3 Sport Development Programme UE Approved

Level 3 Sports Performance and Development – Course Overview

The Level 3 Sports Performance and Development Programme is tailored for high-performing student-athletes at Massey High School who aspire to refine their physical capabilities while developing leadership and critical thinking skills relevant to sport and performance.

This course blends advanced practical training with theoretical exploration of key issues in sport. The practical component focuses on high-level, sport-specific coaching and applied performance, while the theoretical component includes Level 3 Physical Education Achievement Standards. Students investigate topics such as leadership in sport, outdoor education and risk management, and the role of sport in society.

The programme supports the development of well-rounded athletes who demonstrate strategic thinking, personal responsibility, teamwork, and a strong understanding of the broader impacts of sport.

Important note: Students enrolled in Level 3 Sports Performance and Development may not also take Level 3 Physical Education, as both courses include overlapping achievement standards.

Learning Outcomes – NCEA Level 3 Sports Performance and Development

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Apply and evaluate effective leadership strategies within sport contexts

• Develop and reflect on personal performance in a team or individual setting

• Apply risk management strategies in an outdoor, expedition-based environment

• Critically examine and debate the wider social, cultural, and personal significance of sport in society

• Demonstrate high-level technical and tactical performance in selected sporting activities

Assessment Overview – 16 Credits

• Leadership in Sport

AS 91505 (3.8) – Internal – 4 Credits
Title: Examine leadership strategies applied in physical activity
Focus: Students take on leadership roles in sport settings, reflect on their effectiveness, and evaluate outcomes based on peer and self-feedback.

• Tramping & Camping – Outdoor Education

AS 91789 (3.9) – Internal – 4 Credits
Title: Devise strategies for a physical activity outcome
Focus: Plan and participate in an outdoor expedition (e.g. tramping and camping), evaluating strategies to ensure personal and group success.

• The Role of Sport in Society

AS 91498 (3.1) – Internal – 4 Credits
Title: Evaluate physical activity and its impact on the well-being of New Zealand society
Focus: Analyse how sport influences individual identity, community engagement, and national culture.

• Performance in Physical Activity – Tchoukball

AS 91501 (3.4) – Internal – 4 Credits
Title: Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
Focus: Apply advanced technical and tactical skills in a performance setting (e.g. Tchoukball), with a focus on accuracy, decision-making, and contribution to team success.