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HSC PDHPE Syllabus (NESA) Explained
The former HSC PDHPE syllabus covered Health Priorities in Australia and Factors Affecting Performance, plus two options. Its final HSC exam was in 2025. Students sitting the HSC from 2026 study Health and Movement Science under a separate syllabus. NESA syllabus transition ↗
Former Year 12 core topics
- Health Priorities in Australia
- Factors Affecting Performance
Former Year 12 options
Students answered questions on two of these options in the final exam.
- The Health of Young People
- Sport and Physical Activity in Australian Society
- Sports Medicine
- Improving Performance
- Equity and Health
See the 2025 NESA PDHPE exam pack for the paper and marking material.
Preparing for Health and Movement Science
Start with the Health and Movement Science syllabus guide and official papers for the new course. Compare individual older PDHPE questions with the current syllabus before using them for practice.