Physical Activity and Sports Studies represents a broad view of physical activity and the many possible contexts in which individuals can build activity into their lifestyle. It incorporates a wide range of lifelong physical activities, including recreational, leisure and adventure pursuits, competitive and non-competitive games, individual and group physical fitness activities, and the use of physical activity for therapy and remediation. Physical Activity and Sports Studies also promotes learning about movement and provides students with opportunities to develop their movement skills, analyse movement performance and assist the performance of others. The acquisition and successful application of movement skills are closely related to the enjoyment of physical activity and the likelihood of sustaining an active lifestyle. Students develop an appreciation of the traditions and special characteristics associated with various physical activities and also the artistic and aesthetic qualities of skilled performance and determined effort.

Recreation, physical activity, sport and related health fields provide legitimate career pathways. This course provides students with a broad understanding of the multifaceted nature of these fields. It also introduces students to valuable and marketable skills in organisation, enterprise, leadership and communication. Students with these skills will be positioned to make a strong contribution to their community as physical activity and sport provides a major context for both voluntary and paid work across Australia.

Physical Activity and Sport Studies is an excellent choice of subject for individuals who wish to extend themselves in the area of PDHPE. PASS provides opportunities for students to further develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in the area of human movement. The theory components investigate anatomy, nutrition and energy systems, and in the realm of sociology of sport, Australia’s sporting identity and participation in sporting organisations.

Students will be challenged to improve their existing movement skills to an advanced level and develop skills in new and challenging situations.

In a nutshell, PASS could be called Extension or Advanced PDHPE.