7–10Physical Activity and Sports Science 7–10 Syllabus (2025)

Identify the similarities and differences between physical activity for health and physical activity for fitness

Examine the positive impact that regular physical activity, sport and competition can have on the dimensions of health

Explain how sport and sporting events can enhance local communities

Propose strategies to increase participation in physical activity and sport in the local community

Describe the features of successful Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs that aim to improve health outcomes and engagement in sport

Explain the importance of physical activity and sport for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, their Cultures and Communities

Evaluate the positive impact that role models have on the individual and community, including role models in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities

Explain how self-management skills and personal attributes can increase the potential for success for elite athletes

Discuss how skills and attributes, developed through various roles involving physical activity and sport, may be transferable to school, the community or workplace settings

Outline the various ways people can volunteer in contexts related to physical activity and sport, and explain the personal and community benefits of such involvement

Discuss current and historical perspectives of Australia as a sporting nation and participate in a range of sports that are traditionally considered to be ‘Australian sports’

Investigate current trends of participation in physical activity and sport across diverse groups in Australia and analyse how these trends reflect Australia’s sporting identity

Assess how physical activity and sport contribute to the establishment of community and national identities in Australia

Investigate how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ Cultures contribute to Australia's sporting identity

Examine how the increased involvement and success of women in sport locally and internationally has influenced Australia's sporting identity

Examine the contribution of diverse cultures to Australia’s sporting identity

Evaluate how the behaviour of spectators and viewers can impact Australia’s sporting identity

Investigate the achievements of a diverse range of Australian athletes and sporting teams

Select an Australian athlete or sporting team and explain how their success has influenced their sport, individuals and communities

Assess the social and economic implications of Australia’s performance in international sporting events

Engage in a range of physical activities that are designed to enhance participation for people with disability

Participate in a range of physical activities that are culturally significant and explain how they are used to communicate cultural knowledge

Engage in a range of physical activities that enhance participation, skill development and a sense of accomplishment for children

Participate in a range of physical activities that assist older people in terms of healthy ageing

Describe how adaptive sports equipment supports participation for a diverse range of people

Analyse how physical activity and sport can be used to address the specific needs of a diverse range of people

Create written texts to explain and evaluate the role of physical activity and sport in the community

Use subject-specific language to communicate concepts of physical activity and sport in the community