Marlborough Boys’ College Marlborough Boys’ College

NCEA L3 Physical Education B

PED3B
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning

It is recommended but, but not required, that students have taken previous Physical Education courses at level 2 or 3.


This course is both practical and theory-based. It will suit students interested in sport, wanting to study sport further, or moving into a sport based career.

Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology - This is a career that every professional sports team or individual has. We look at how the mind plays big part in everything we do. 

Exercise Physiology - Looking at body's responses to physical activity. How the body adapts to physical activity over time? How can we train in the most effective way?

Biomechanical Analysis - analyzing our movements using video. From there we investigate ways we can be more effective during exercise and sports movement 

Volleyball in conjunction with theory work.

There is the option to do Achievement Standard As 3.5 which looks at an issue in Sport. This standard allows you to achieve 4 reading credits for literacy.



Course Overview

Semester B
Biomechanical Analysis
Skill Acquisition and Sports Psychology
Exercise Physiology
Sociology
Volleyball in conjunction with theory work.

Learning Areas:

Year 13 (NCEA Level 3), Physical & Health Education - Akoranga Koiri


Assessment Information

All internally assessed Achievement Standards.

Career Pathways

Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Loader, Zookeeper, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Building and Construction Labourer, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Flooring Installer, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Miner/Quarry Worker, Mine/Quarry Manager, Diver, Concrete Worker, Stonemason, Sports Coach/Official, Driller, Fencer, Firefighter, Ranger, Professional Sportsperson, Security Officer/Guard, Massage Therapist, Model, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Parking Officer, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Roading Construction Worker, Roadmarker, Roofer, Secondary School Teacher