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

Assess factors that increase risk in physical activity and sporting contexts and propose strategies to reduce these risks

Describe the features of a risk assessment and explain how it can be used to determine the likelihood and potential severity of risks

Evaluate the effectiveness of a variety of risk assessments in terms of identifying and minimising risk

Investigate organisations and resources that can provide advice and support when planning for safe participation in physical activity and sport

Justify the importance of protective equipment, modifications, rules, guidelines and policies for enhancing safety in physical activity and sport

Research and use data to analyse the likelihood of injuries resulting from physical activity and in sporting contexts

Describe the role of a sports trainer with reference to player safety, injury assessment and injury management

Discuss the role and responsibilities of a coach

Explain the various qualities and skills required to be an effective coach, including ethics, organisation, interpersonal skills, conflict management and ability to motivate others

Assess the effectiveness of different coaching styles in meeting the diverse needs of athletes, teams and a variety of sports

Assess the influence coaches have on personal attitudes, safety, participation and performance

Develop and implement basic coaching skills by instructing individuals or small groups in a physical activity or sports context

Design and conduct a coaching session for a selected physical activity or sport

Investigate formal coaching opportunities and qualifications

Assess an officiating code of conduct for a selected sport and how it supports and guides the officials, coaches, athletes and spectators

Discuss the roles and responsibilities of officials in sport

Explain the various qualities and skills required to be an effective official

Assess the influence officials have on personal attitudes, participation and performance

Develop and implement basic refereeing or umpiring skills in sport

Investigate formal officiating opportunities and qualifications

Assess an officiating code of conduct for a selected sport and how it supports and guides the officials, coaches, athletes and spectators

Outline the roles and responsibilities in event management and determine the skills required to successfully implement them

Investigate the suitability of different types of event structures and formats for specific physical activity and sporting events

Design a schedule and draw for an event, including modifications that could be made to promote participation and enjoyment

Explain the factors that make a sporting event a success

Identify and prioritise the tasks required to successfully manage a physical activity or sporting event, including the actions before, during and after the event

Prepare a budget for a physical activity or sporting event

Plan and implement a physical activity or sporting event that addresses key components of organisation, allocation of specific roles and responsibilities, planning a schedule and draw, and use of technology