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2021 COURSE SELECTION GUIDE For Year 9-12 students at New Plymouth Boys’ High School npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 1
Content 3 Welcome 4 Curriculum Outline 5 How NCEA works at each level 5 Endorsements 6 Getting into University in NZ 7 Halls of Residence 8 Alternative Courses of Study 9 Vocational Pathways 10 How to choose NCEA Level 1 Courses 12 How to choose NCEA Level 2 Courses 14 Our Faculties 16 Year 10 Introduction 17 Year 10 Courses 20 Level 1 Introduction 21 Level 1 Prerequisites Table 22 Level 1 Compulsory Courses 23 Level 1 Full Year Optional Courses 30 Level 1 Half Year Optional Courses 36 Level 2 Introduction 37 Level 2 Prerequisites Table 38 Level 2 Compulsory Courses 39 Level 2 Full Year Optional Courses 49 Level 2 Half Year Optional Courses 54 Level 3 Introduction 55 Level 3 Prerequisites Table 56 Level 3 Full Year Optional Courses 66 Level 3 Half Year Optional Courses 70 School Rules 72 Uniform Regulations 73 2021 Course Selection Form 75 What’s next? 2 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection Guide
Welcome
to this guide for Years 9 to 12 students.
At NPBHS a senior student chooses a combination of either full
or half-year courses to make up their programme of study. This
allows students the flexibility to design a programme that suits
their needs and interests.
This Course Selection Guide has been designed to provide
information to enable students to choose the courses that suit
them best. All students will be given guidance from their Huia
teacher on how to use this booklet to complete their Course
Selection Form on page 73. Students will have the opportunity
to speak with senior teachers from each course area plus they
will be able to discuss their choices with either their Dean, Senior
House Leader, or a member of the Senior Leadership Team, to
confirm the programme of study that meets their future needs.
We have grouped courses into units of
work. Each half-year course is worth 1
unit of work and a full-year course is
worth 2 units of work.
At NCEA Level 1 (Year 11):
1. Students have compulsory English.
2. Students have compulsory Mathematics.
3. Students have compulsory Science or AgriScience.
4. Students have to select six units of optional work.
At NCEA Level 2 (Year 12):
1. Students select a compulsory English course.
2. Students have to select ten units of optional work.
At NCEA Level 3 (Year 13):
1. Students have to select twelve units of optional work.
2. If students intend going to University it is important they
check the school’s website for the requirements for
University Entrance.
NEW PLYMOUTH BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL
*Please note: Some courses may not run TE KURA TAMATANE O NGAMOTU
due to low class numbers.
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Curriculum Outline
Year 9 Students select 4 half-year Optional Courses
Compulsory Courses HALF YEAR Drama Technology Electronics
English Optional Courses ESOL Technology Metal
Health & AgriScience French Technology Wood
Physical Education Ancient Roman Civilisation Graphics Visual Art
Mathematics and Language (Classics) Home Economics
Science Athlete Development Māori Performing Arts
Social Science Programme Music
Technology Business Studies Performance Music
The Arts Computer Science Spanish
Tikanga ā kura Digital Media Te Reo Māori
Year 10 Students select 2 half-year Optional Courses
Compulsory Courses HALF YEAR Computer Science Music
English Optional Courses Digital Media Performance Music
Health Education AgriScience Drama Spanish
Mathematics Ancient Roman Civilisation ESOL Te Reo Māori
Physical Education and Language (Classics) French Technology Electronics
Science Athlete Development Graphics Technology Metal
Social Science Programme Home Economics Technology Wood
Visual Art Business Studies Māori Performing Arts
Level 1 Students select 6 units of Optional Courses - a full-year course is worth 2 units and a half-year is 1 unit
NCEA Level 1 Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate Māori Performing Arts HALF YEAR Health
Compulsory Courses Athletic Preparation and Metalwork Practical Optional Courses It’s All Greek To Me
English Applied Training Physical Education Armed Forces and Māori History Aotearoa 1
Mathematics Business Studies Science Police 1 Māori History Aotearoa 2
Science or AgriScience Computer Science Sound and Lighting Armed Forces and Metalwork
Digital Media Spanish Police 2 Music Practical
FULL YEAR Drama Te Reo Māori Athletic Preparation and Music Theory
Optional Courses Economics Technology Electronics Applied Training Outdoor Education
Accounting ESOL Technology Engineering Business for Trades Physical Education
AgriScience Geography Technology Wood Commerce Robotics
Ancient Roman and Greek Graphics Cooking for Entertaining Sport Management
Civilisation (Classics) History Farm Management 1 Woodwork
Art Studio - Design Hospitality Farm Management 2
Level 2 Students select 10 units of Optional Courses - a full-year course is worth 2 units and a half-year is 1 unit
NCEA Level 2 Athletic Preparation and Geography Te Reo Māori Front of House
Compulsory Courses Applied Training Graphics with Architecture Technology Electronics Māori History Aotearoa 1
English (Full) or Biology Graphics with Product Technology Engineering Māori History Aotearoa 2
English for Industry (Full) or Building and Construction Design Woodwork Mathematics
UE Literacy (Full) or Business Studies Health Science Mathematics (Statistics)
English Literacy (Half) Calculus History HALF YEAR Music Practical
Chemistry Hospitality Optional Courses Music Theory
FULL YEAR Computer Science Māori Performing Arts Armed Forces and Physical Education
Optional Courses Digital Media Metalwork Practical Police 1 Robotics
Accounting Drama Outdoor Education Armed Forces and Sport Management
AgriScience Earth and Space Science Physical Education Police 2 This is Sparta
Ancient Roman and Greek Economics Physics Athletic Preparation and Tourism 1
Civilisation (Classics) ESOL Science Applied Training Tourism 2
Art Studio - Design Farm Management Sound and Lighting Business for Trades
Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate Furniture Making Spanish Financial Planning 1
Art Studio - Photography Gateway Statistics Financial Planning 2
Level 3 Students select 12 units of Optional Courses - a full-year course is worth 2 units and a half-year is 1 unit
NCEA Level 3 Business Studies Geography Technology Engineering Māori History Aotearoa 1
FULL YEAR Calculus Graphics Woodwork Māori History Aotearoa 2
Optional Courses Chemistry History Mathematics
Accounting Computer Science Hospitality NCEA Level 3 Mathematics (Statistics)
AgriScience Digital Media Māori Performing Arts HALF YEAR Music Practical
Ancient Roman and Greek Drama Metalwork Practical Optional Courses Music Theory
Civilisation (Classics) Earth and Space Science Physical Education Armed Forces and Physical Education
Art Studio - Design Economics Physics Police 1 Robotics
Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate English Politics and Law Armed Forces and Study
Art Studio - Photography ESOL Science Police 2 Tourism 1
Athletic Preparation and Farm Management Spanish English Tourism 2
Applied Training Film and Media Statistics Financial Planning 1
Biology Furniture Making Te Reo Māori Financial Planning 2
Building and Construction Gateway Technology Electronics Hospitality
All courses are subject to sufficient student numbers and available staffing. The range of senior courses may change year to year.
4 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection Guide
How NCEA works
at each level
LEVEL 1 LEVEL 3
80 credits at Level 1 or above 60 credits at Level 3 or above
(including 10 literacy credits and 10 20 credits at Level 2 or above
numeracy credits) Level 1 literacy and numeracy
Total = 80 credits Total = 80 credits
LEVEL 2 The school’s website has details on the
60 credits at Level 2 or above literacy and numeracy requirements for
20 credits from anywhere on the National NCEA.
qualifications framework
Level 1 literacy and numeracy
Total = 80 credits
Endorsements
When students perform consistently above the 'Achieved' level, their
result(s) can be 'endorsed' to reflect that high achievement. This can
occur at either the certificate or individual course level.
Certificate Endorsement
For an NCEA certificate to be endorsed with Excellence a student must gain 50 credits at
Excellence at the level of the certificate or above. So, if a student has 50 Level 1 credits at
Excellence they may have their Level 1 certificate endorsed with Excellence. Likewise, if
a student gains 50 credits at Merit (or Merit and Excellence) at Level 1 their NCEA Level
1 certificate may be endorsed with Merit. Endorsement awards show on the Record of
Achievement.
Course Endorsement
Course endorsement provides recognition for a student who has performed exceptionally
well in an individual course.
Students will gain an endorsement for a course if, in a single school year, they achieve:
• 14 or more credits at Merit or Excellence, and
• at least 3 of these credits from externally assessed standards and 3 credits from
internally assessed standards. Note, this does not apply to Physical Education,
Religious Studies and level 3 Visual Arts.
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 5
Getting into University in NZ
University Entrance (UE) is the minimum requirement to go to a New Zealand university.
80 credits, including
14 credits in three 10 Literacy credits 10 Numeracy
at least 60 credits
at Level 3 or above. + different approved + at Level 2 or above.
5 credits in reading,
+ credits at Level 1 or
Can include up to 20 Level 3 subjects. above.
5 credits in writing.
credits at Level 2.
University Entrance subjects at New Plymouth Boys’ High School: 14+ approved credits
Accounting Biology Earth and Space Science Physics
AgriScience Business Studies Economics Spanish
Ancient Roman and Calculus English Statistics
Greek Civilsation (Classics) Chemistry Geography Te Reo Māori
Art Studio - Design Computer Science Graphics Technology Electronics
Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate Digital Media History Technology Engineering
Art Studio - Photography Drama Physical Education
University Specific Requirements (in addition to University Entrance)
Some programmes have additional requirements such as specific subjects, an interview, audition, portfolio and/or references.
The University of Auckland Auckland University of Technology The University of Waikato Massey University
• A specific Rank Score. • A specific Rank Score is required • Check their website for specific • Check their website for specific
• Check their website for specific for a Bachelor of: entry requirements for your entry requirements for your
entry requirements for your - Engineering chosen programme. chosen programme.
chosen programme. Refer to the - Health Sciences
website for details on Table A and/ • Check their website for specific
or Table B subjects. entry requirements for your
chosen programme.
Victoria University of Wellington Lincoln University University of Canterbury University of Otago
• A Rank Score of 150+. • A Rank Score of 150+. • An additional application form is • A Rank Score of 140+.
• Check their website for specific • Check their website for specific required for a Bachelor of: • Check their website for specific
entry requirements for your entry requirements for your - Engineering with Honours entry requirements for your
chosen programme. chosen programme. - Fine Arts chosen programme.
- Music - performance course
- Speech and Language Pathology
• Check their website for specific
entry requirements for your
chosen programme.
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Halls of Residence
You need to apply for a hostel, halls of residence or residential college even before you are accepted into a course at university
or polytech. Applications need to be made as early as August the year before you plan to study, and accommodation offers are
generally made to prospective students in October, even before NCEA exams start.
It is better to apply and secure a room rather than delay and take your chances on long waiting lists. Applications require
a reference from your school as well as all your other details, and it’s important that you know this has been done and can
accompany your application.
When universities or polytechnics are looking If you don’t get in the first time
at your application, they get a confidential around, don’t give up. Quite a
reference from your school and they look at
number of prospective students
YOUR YEAR 12 results, not what you achieve
change their minds in December
in Year 13. If study is on your horizon, how
and January, resulting in places
you perform in Year 12 is hugely important.
The better you go in Year 12, the more options
becoming available to students on
you have when applying and the better your
the waiting lists. Visits to hostels
chances of being accepted. can be arranged if wanted, and
these can be organised through
the respective institution’s
accommodation office.
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 7
Alternative Courses of Study
STAR Trades Academy
STAR is the Secondary Tertiary Alignment Resource which allows Taranaki Trades Academy is the exclusive vehicle that will take
students to participate in courses provided by tertiary institutions Level 2 to Level 3 students along the career highway towards a
such as WITT or private training establishments such has Taranaki vocational qualification while still at school. Students can remain
FEATS. STAR allows students to explore options and make choices engaged in education, be assisted in transition from a secondary to
related to the world of work or further education. tertiary learning environment, and gain credits towards NCEA Level
2 and a tertiary qualification.
As STAR courses are done in addition to the normal school
subjects, selection for a STAR course requires boys to be up- The Academy is a partnership between Taranaki secondary
to-date and working well in normal classes. The decision about schools, WITT and Industry.
which programmes run is made on the basis of student demand.
Entry Requirements:
However, every effort is made to support the needs of the
• Be enrolled in a Taranaki secondary school; and be in Levels 2
individual students, so students with definite career plans should
and 3.
explore the possibility of having a STAR course tailored to their
• Working towards, or have completed, at least 60 credits at
needs.
NCEA Level 1.
• Have a genuine interest in a particular career area.
Gain approval from your school and parents/guardians.
Gateway
Attend an interview and create a personal education plan.
Gateway - Te Tomokanga builds the links between school • Be motivated to succeed.
and business and allows schools to offer workplace learning
PLEASE NOTE: Final programmes for 2021 are conditional to
opportunities for their students. The programme will develop
sufficient student numbers.
students’ vocational skills while still at school. They will be able to
get first-hand experience of what it is like in the workforce, and also
to begin the qualifications needed to ‘today’s job market’.
3 + 2 Pathway
Students involved in NCEA Levels 2 and 3, will have the opportunity
Before committing to a 3 + 2 course, students should check with
to pursue these qualifications whilst beginning a trade/career
the Careers Advisor or the HOD of the department to check that
specific qualification. They may be registered with the appropriate
credits offered have not already been embedded in the school
industry Training Organisation (ITO) to begin their workplace
programme.
training.
3 + 2 is an exciting government initiative designed for students
Students are encouraged to go out and find their own placement.
who have gained NCEA Level 2 who are enrolled in Level 3
All Gateway students complete three Health and Safety units
secondary school. Students in 3 + 2 work towards NCEA Level 3
before they begin their placement.
at school three days a week as well as gaining a Level 3 tertiary
Students are in a training situation and are not paid while on qualification two days a week at WITT.
Gateway placement.
Students chosen for the programme need to be committed to it.
Engineering Education to
They will become full members of an organisation’s workplace and
Employment (EE2E Pathway)
will be treated much the same as any other employee and follow
the school rules as applicable to students outside the classroom. EE2E is for students strong in Mathematics and Science aiming
for a career in Instrumentation, Electronics, Civil Engineering,
Students need to go through an interview process as there are only
Digital Engineering, Control Systems and Robotics. Half a day
65 placements available.
with WITT every Thursday gives students the Level 4 Engineering
There is no cost to a student to be involved in this programme. Fundamentals paper which counts towards the New Zealand
Diploma of Engineering which pathways to the BEing Tech.
Interested students should discuss this with the Careers Advisor.
8 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection Guide
Vocational Pathways What are the Vocational Pathways? The Vocational Pathways provide new ways to achieve NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3 and develop pathways that progress to further study, training and employment. Achieving NCEA Level 2 is the foundation for success in further education and the world of work. Level 3 builds upon this through shared opportunities across school, tertiary, and industry training. The Vocational Pathways provide a framework for students to show how their learning and achievement is valued in the workplace by aligning learning to the skills needed for industry. The six Vocational Pathways are: The six Vocational Pathways improve the relevance of learning for students by indicating how their learning and achievement is valued by broad sectors of the workforce. Each has been colour-coded for ease of recognition to help students and teachers plan study pro- grammes. Government, industry, and educational representatives selected a range of Level 1 and 2 achievement and unit standards that they believed provide a curriculum foundation in each Vocational Pathway. These are known as Recommended standards. At Level 2, an additional category has been given to some of the Recommended standards, known as Sector-Related standards. These are standards that are closely related to the Vocational Pathway and require development of skills from, or direct experience in, an industry setting. The make-up of the pathways is important when young people are planning to achieve a Vocational Pathways Award. At Level 3, achievement standards and Levels 3–7 qualifications have been mapped to the Vocational Pathways. npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 9
How to choose NCEA Level 1 Courses
1 WHAT DO I
2 WHAT AM I
Playing music
ENJOY? Making art GOOD AT?
Building things
NOTE: Credit and course information based on 2020 Courses. Please speak to Careers Advisor for updated information in 2021.
Social & Community Construction & Manufacturing &
Services Infrastructure Technology
EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO
THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY
Airforce, Animal Control, Army, Careers Advisor, Architecture, Design, Building, Carpentry, Butcher, Baker, Computers, IT, Electronics,
Coast Guard, Counsellor, Doctor, Joinery, Earthworks, Excavation, Programming, Electrical Equipment,
Early Childhood Educator, Firefighter, Lifeguard, Demolition, Electricial work, Engineering, Appliances, Components, Engineering,
Navy, Nursing, Health Care Assistant, Paramedic, Gardening, Landscaping, Plumbing, Design, Metal Works, Fabrication, Mining,
Physiotherapist, Police, Prison Officer, Road Construction, Oil and Gas, Scientist, Textiles, Leather,
Probation Officer, Psychologist, Maintenance, Apparel, Transportation, Wood, Paper, Printing,
Social Worker, Teacher. Surveying. Woodwork, Carpentry.
COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS
CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY
L1AFP1H Armed Forces and Police 1 4 L1COSCF Computer Science 10 L1COSCF Computer Science 21
L1AFP2H Armed Forces and Police 2 8 L1DIGIF Digital Media 6 L1DIGIF Digital Media 19
L1APATF Athletics Preparation and L1ELECF Technology Electronics 4 L1ECONF Economics 5
Applied Training 19 L1ENGLF English 29 L1ELECF Technology Electronics 24
L1APATH Athletics Preparation and L1GEOGF Geography 4 L1ENGLF English 29
Applied Training 9 L1GRAPF Graphics 18 L1GRAPF Graphics 18
L1BFTRH Business for Trades 3 L1MATHF Mathematics 15 L1MATHF Mathematics 15
L1COSCF Computer Science 6 L1METPF Metal (Practical) 14 L1METPF Metal (Practical) 16
L1DIGIF Digital Media 10 L1METPH Metalwork 12 L1METPH Metalwork 12
L1ECONF Economics 3 L1SCIEF Science 16 L1SCIEF Science 24
L1ENGLF English 29 L1TENRF Technology Engineering 16 L1TENRF Technology Engineering 16
L1GEOGF Geography 3 L1TEWOF Technology Wood 18 L1TEWOF Technology Wood 6
L1HISTF History 12 L1WOODH Woodwork 11
L1HLTHH Health 8
L1MAOPF Māori Performing Arts 12
L1MAORF Te Reo Māori 12
L1MATHF Mathematics 10
L1ODEDH Outdoor Education 6
L1PHEDF Physical Education 21
L1PHEDH Physical Education 11
L1SCIEF Science 16
L1SPANF Spanish 10
10 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection Guide3 WHAT COURSES DO I
NEED FOR A JOB?
See examples below 4 WHAT COURSES DO
I NEED FOR ... Vocational Pathways
NCEA Level 2
Polytechnic, University
NOTE: Credit and course information based on 2020 Courses. Please speak to Careers Advisor for updated information in 2021.
Primary Industries Service Creative
(Food & Fibre) Industries Industries
EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO
THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY
Agriculture - Dairy, Meat, Wool, Aquaculture - Accounting, Banking, Finance, Airforce, Army, Actor, Musician, Singer, Dancer, Architecture, Interior
Seafood, Fishing, Forestry, Beauty Therapy , Bus Driver, Coach Driver, Chef, Design, Art Gallery, Museum Curator,
Heavy Vehicle Driver, Barista, Bartender, Front of House, Customer Artist, Sculptor, Director, Producer, Publisher,
Horticulture - Fruit, Vegetables, Landscaping, Services, Education, Health, Fitness, Lawyer, Legal Event Management, Fashion Design,
Machinery Operator, Servicer, Services, Media, Journalism, Navy, Personal Trainer, Graphic Design, Animation, CGI,
Researcher, Scientist, Pilot, Police Officer, Real Estate Agent Librarian, Marketing, Advertising, Branding,
Stockbuyer. Retail, Sales Assistant, Sales, Marketing. Musical Production, Photography, Product Design.
COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS
CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY
L1ACCYF Accounting 4 L1ACCYF Accounting 9 L1ACCYF Accounting 13
L1AFP2H Armed Forces and Police 2 4 L1AFP1H Armed Forces and Police 1 4 L1AFP1H Armed Forces and Police 1 4
L1AGHRF AgriScience 19 L1AFP2H Armed Forces and Police 2 8 L1APATF Athletics Preparation and
L1BFTRH Business for Trades 3 L1APATF Athletics Preparation and Applied Training 16
L1BUSSF Business Studies 20 Applied Training 19 L1APATH Athletics Preparation and
L1COSCF Computer Science 10 L1APATH Athletics Preparation and Applied Training 6
L1DIGIF Digital Media 14 Applied Training 9 L1BFTRH Business for Trades 7
L1ECONF Economics 20 L1BFTRH Business for Trades 7 L1BUSSF Business Studies 7
L1CLSTF Ancient Roman and Greek
L1ELECF Technology Electronics 4 L1BUSSF Business Studies 7
Civilisation (Classics) 20
L1ENGLF English 29 L1COSCF Computer Science 6 L1DESNF Art Design 18
L1GEOGF Geography 18 L1DIGIF Digital Media 6 L1DIGIF Digital Media 19
L1HLTHH Health 8 L1ECONF Economics 8 L1DRMAF Drama 14
L1MAOPF Māori Performing Arts 12 L1ENGLF English 29 L1ECONF Economics 8
L1MAORF Te Reo Māori 12 L1GEOGF Geography 21 L1ELECF Technology Electronics 15
L1MATHF Mathematics 18 L1HISTF History 16 L1ENGLF English 29
L1METPF Metal (Practical) 14 L1HLTHH Health 8 L1GEOGF Geography 6
L1METPH Metalwork 12 L1HOSPF Hospitality 24 L1GRAPF Graphics 18
L1PHEDF Physical Education 4 L1HOSPH Cooking for Entertaining 15 L1HISTF History 20
L1PHEDH Physical Education 4 L1MAOPF Māori Performing Arts 18 L1HLTHH Health 3
L1SCIEF Science 24 L1MAORF Te Reo Māori 12 L1MAOPF Māori Performing Arts 29
L1SMANH Sports Management 9 L1MATHF Mathematics 18 L1MAORF Te Reo Māori 12
L1SPANF Spanish 9 L1ODEDH Outdoor Education 14 L1MATHF Mathematics 18
L1TENRF Technology Engineering 16 L1PHEDF Physical Education 21 L1PAITF Art Painting 16
L1TEWOF Technology Wood 10 L1PHEDH Physical Education 11 L1PHEDF Physical Education 21
L1FAR1H Farm Management 8 L1SCIEF Science 12 L1PHEDH Physical Education 11
L1SCIEF Science 12
L1FAR2H Farm Management 8 L1SMANH Sports Management 3
L1SLTNF Sound and Lighting 4
L1SPANF Spanish 20 L1SMANH Sports Management 3
L2ODED1F Outdoor Education 26 L1SPANF Spanish 15
L1TENRF Technology Engineering 16
L2ODED1F Outdoor Education 4
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 11How to choose NCEA Level 2 Courses
1 WHAT DO I
2 WHAT AM I
Playing music
ENJOY? Making art GOOD AT?
Building things
NOTE: Credit and course information based on 2020 Courses. Please speak to Careers Advisor for updated information in 2021.
Social & Community Construction & Manufacturing &
Services Infrastructure Technology
EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO
THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY
Airforce, Animal Control, Army, Careers Advisor, Architecture, Design, Building, Carpentry, Butcher, Baker, Computers, IT, Electronics,
Coast Guard, Counsellor, Doctor, Joinery, Earthworks, Excavation, Programming, Electrical Equipment,
Early Childhood Educator, Firefighter, Lifeguard, Demolition, Electricial work, Engineering, Appliances, Components, Engineering,
Navy, Nursing, Health Care Assistant, Paramedic, Gardening, Landscaping, Plumbing, Design, Metal Works, Fabrication, Mining,
Physiotherapist, Police, Prison Officer, Road Construction, Oil and Gas, Scientist, Textiles, Leather,
Probation Officer, Psychologist, Maintenance, Apparel, Transportation, Wood, Paper, Printing,
Social Worker, Teacher. Surveying. Woodwork, Carpentry.
COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS
CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY
L2AFP1H Armed Forces and Police 1 3 L2BLDGF Building and Construction 20 L2CHEMF Chemistry 20
L2AFP2H Armed Forces and Police 2 9 L2CHEMF Chemistry 20 L2COSCF Computer Science 19
L2APATF Athletics Preparation and L2COSCF Computer Science 19 L2DIGIF Digital Media 20
Applied Training 3 L2DIGIF Digital Media 20 L2ELECF Technology Electronics 21
L2APATH Athletics Preparation and L2ELECF Technology Electronics 10 L2ENGLF English 22
Applied Training 3 L2ENGLF English 22 L2FURNF Furniture Making 19
L2BIOLF Biology 14 L2ESSCF Earth and Space Science 16 L2GATEF Gateway 3
L2CHEMF Chemistry 16 L2FURNF Furniture Making 6 L2GRAPF Graphics 13
L2COSCF Computer Science 6 L2GATEF Gateway 3 L2HOSPF Hospitality 2
L2DIGIF Digital Media 16 L2GEOGF Geography 3 L2MATCF Mathematics for Calculus 16
L2ENGLF English 22 L2GRAPF Graphics 13 L2MATHF Mathematics 8
L2ESSCF Earth and Space Science 8 L2MATCF Mathematics for Calculus 16 L2MATHH Mathematics 5
L2GATEF Gateway 2 L2MATHF Mathematics 8 L2METPF Metalwork Practical 16
L2GEOGF Geography 7 L2MATHH Mathematics 5 L2PHYSF Physics 23
L2HLTHF Health Science 14 L2PHYSF Physics 20 L2SCIEF Science 18
L2MAORF Te Reo Māori 12 L2SCIEF Science 14 L2TENRF Technology Engineering 16
L2MATHF Mathematics 18 L2TENRF Technology Engineering 10
L2MATHH Mathematics 4 L2WOODF Woodwork 16
L2PHEDF Physical Education 9
L2PHEDH Physical Education 7
L2PHYSF Physics 13
L2SCIEF Science 13
L2SMANH Sports Management 3
L2SPANF Spanish 5
12 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection Guide3 WHAT COURSES DO I
NEED FOR A JOB?
See examples below 4 WHAT COURSES DO
I NEED FOR ... Vocational Pathways
NCEA Level 3
NOTE: Credit and course information based on 2020 Courses. Please speak to Careers Advisor for updated information in 2021.
Polytechnic, University
Primary Industries Service Creative
(Food & Fibre) Industries Industries
EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO EXAMPLES OF JOBS RELATED TO
THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY THIS PATHWAY
Agriculture - Dairy, Meat, Wool, Aquaculture - Accounting, Banking, Finance, Airforce, Army, Actor, Musician, Singer, Dancer, Architecture, Interior
Seafood, Fishing, Forestry, Beauty Therapy, Bus Driver, Coach Driver, Chef, Design, Art Gallery, Museum Curator,
Heavy Vehicle Driver, Barista, Bartender, Front of House, Customer Artist, Sculptor, Director, Producer, Publisher,
Horticulture - Fruit - Vegetables, Landscaping, Services, Education, Health, Fitness, Lawyer, Legal Event Management, Fashion Design,
Machinery Operator, Servicer, Services, Media, Journalism, Navy, Personal Trainer, Graphic Design, Animation, CGI,
Researcher, Scientist, Pilot, Police Officer, Real Estate Agent Librarian, Marketing, Advertising, Branding,
Stockbuyer. Retail, Sales Assistant, Sales, Marketing, Musical Production, Photography, Product Design.
COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS COURSE COURSE CREDITS TOWARDS
CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY CODE NAME PATHWAY
L2ACCYF Accounting 4
L2AGHRF AgriScience 20 L2ACCYF Accounting 11 L2AFP1H Armed Forces and Police 1 5
L2BIOLF Biology 18 L2AFP2H Armed Forces and Police 2 9 L2AFP2H Armed Forces and Police 2 9
L2BUSSF Business Studies 15 L2APATF Athletics Preparation and L2APATF Athletics Preparation and
L2CHEMF Chemistry 20 Applied Training 16 Applied Training 7
L2APATH Athletics Preparation and L2APATH Athletics Preparation and
L2COSCF Computer Science 10 Applied Training 7
L2DIGIF Digital Media 20 Applied Training 9
L2BUSSF Business Studies 10
L2ENGLF English 25 L2BIOLF Biology 3 L2CHEMF Chemistry 3
L2BUSSF Business Studies 4 L2CLSTF Ancient Roman and Greek
L2GATEF Gateway 5
L2CHEMF Chemistry 15 Civilisation (Classics) 20
L2GEOGF Geography 3 L2COSCF Computer Science 6 L2COSCF Computer Science 19
L2GRAPF Graphics 7 L2DIGIF Digital Media 12 L2DESNF Art Design 20
L2HLTHF Health Science 5 L2ECONF Economics 8 L2DIGIF Digital Media 20
L2MAORF Te Reo Māori 12 L2ENGLF English 25 L2DRMAF Drama 14
L2MATCF Mathematics for Calculus 9 L2ELECF Technology Electronics 6
L2GATEF Gateway 2 L2ENGLF English 9
L2MATHF Mathematics 18 L2GEOGF Geography 18 L2FURNF Furniture Making 6
L2MATHH Mathematics 4 L2HISTF History 9 L2GEOGF Geography 8
L2METPF Metalwork Practical 4 L2HLTHF Health Science 17 L2GRAPF Graphics 16
L2PHYSF Physics 20 L2HOSPF Hospitality 27 L2HISTF History 5
L2MAOPF Māori Performing Arts 28 L2HLTHF Health Science 7
L2SCIEF Science 21
L2MAORF Te Reo Māori 12 L2MAOPF Māori Performing Arts 28
L2SMANH Sports Management 3
L2MATCF Mathematics for Calculus 2 L2MAORF Te Reo Māori 12
L2TENRF Technology Engineering 4 L2MATCF Mathematics for Calculus 7
L2FARMF Farm Management 18 L2MATHF Mathematics 16 L2MATHF Mathematics 11
L2MATHH Mathematics 2 L2MATHH Mathematics 5
L2ODED1F Outdoor Education 26 L2MUSCH Music Performance 27
L2PHEDF Physical Education 17 L2ODED1F Outdoor Education 4
L2PHEDH Physical Education 13 L2PAITF Art Painting 20
L2SCIEF Science 14 L2PHEDF Physical Education 17
L2SMANH Sports Management 3 L2PHEDH Physical Education 11
L2PHOTF Art Photography 20
L2SPANF Spanish 15 L2SCIEF Science 6
L2TOU1H Tourism 1 - Business and L2SLTNF Sound and Lighting 16
World Tourism 11 L2SMANH Sports Management 6
L2TOU2H Tourism 2 - NZ Tourism 10 L2SPANF Spanish 5
L2TENRF Technology Engineering 10
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 13Our Faculties
YEAR 9 YEAR 9 YEAR 9 YEAR 9
Drama English Athlete Development Mathematics
French ESOL Programme
Māori Performing Arts Health & Physical Education YEAR 10
Music YEAR 10 Home Economics Mathematics
Performance Music English
Spanish ESOL YEAR 10 LEVEL 1
Te Reo Māori Athlete Development Mathematics
Tikanga ā kura LEVEL 1 Programme
Visual Art English Health Education LEVEL 2
ESOL Home Economics Calculus
YEAR 10 Physical Education Mathematics
Drama LEVEL 2 Mathematics (Statistics)
French English LEVEL 1 Statistics
Māori Performing Arts English for Industry Athletic Preparation and
Music English Literacy Applied Training LEVEL 3
Performance Music UE Literacy Cooking for Entertainment Calculus
Spanish ESOL Health Mathematics
Te Reo Māori Hospitality Mathematics (Statistics)
Visual Art LEVEL 3 Outdoor Education Statistics
English Physical Education
LEVEL 1 ESOL
Art Studio - Design Film and Media LEVEL 2
Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate Athletic Preparation and
Drama Applied Training
Māori History Aotearoa 1 Front of House
Māori History Aotearoa 2 Health Science
Māori Performing Arts Hospitality
Music Practical Outdoor Education
Music Theory Physical Education
Sound and Lighting
Spanish LEVEL 3
Te Reo Māori Athletic Preparation and
Applied Training
LEVEL 2 Hospitality
Art Studio - Design Physical Education
Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate
Art Studio - Photography
Drama
Māori History Aotearoa 1
Māori History Aotearoa 2
Māori Performing Arts
Music Practical
Music Theory
Sound and Lighting
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
LEVEL 3
Art Studio - Design
Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate
Art Studio - Photography
Drama
Māori History Aotearoa 1
Māori History Aotearoa 2
Māori Performing Arts
Music Practical
Music Theory
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
HEAD OF FACULTY HEAD OF FACULTY HEAD OF FACULTY HEAD OF FACULTY
Mr Bevan Matene Ms Anne McSweeney Mr Larry Wilson Dr Janine Wright
bevan.matene@npbhs.school.nz anne.mcsweeney@npbhs.school.nz larry.wilson@npbhs.school.nz janine.wright@npbhs.school.nz
14 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection GuideYEAR 9 YEAR 9 YEAR 9 YEAR 9
AgriScience Ancient Roman Civilisation Computer Science Learning Support
Science and Language (Classics) Digital Media
Business Studies Graphics YEAR 10
YEAR 10 Social Science Technology Electronics Learning Support
AgriScience Technology Metal
Science YEAR 10 Technology Wood LEVEL 1
Ancient Roman Civilisation Learning Support
LEVEL 1 and Language (Classics) YEAR 10 STAR
AgriScience Business Studies Computer Science
Science Social Science Digital Media LEVEL 2
Graphics Gateway
LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1 Technology Electronics Learning Support
AgriScience Accounting Technology Metal STAR
Biology Ancient Roman and Greek Technology Wood Trades Academy
Chemistry Civilisation (Classics)
Earth and Space Science Armed Forces and Police 1 LEVEL 1 LEVEL 3
Physics Armed Forces and Police 2 Computer Science 3 + 2 Pathway
Science Business for Trades Digital Media Gateway
Business Studies Graphics Learning Support
LEVEL 3 Economics Metalwork
AgriScience Farm Management 1 Metalwork Practical
Biology Farm Management 2 Robotics
Chemistry Geography Technology Electronics
Earth and Space Science History Technology Engineering
Physics Sport Management Technology Wood
Science It’s All Greek To Me Woodwork
LEVEL 2 LEVEL 2
Accounting Building and Construction
Ancient Roman and Greek Computer Science
Civilisation (Classics) Digital Media
Armed Forces and Police 1 Furniture Making
Armed Forces and Police 2 Graphics with Architecture
Business for Trades Graphics with Product Design
Business Studies Metalwork Practical
Economics Robotics
Farm Management Technology Electronics
Financial Planning 1 Technology Engineering
Financial Planning 2 Woodwork
Geography
History LEVEL 3
Sport Management Building and Construction
This is Sparta Computer Science
Tourism 1 Digital Media
Tourism 2 Furniture Making
Graphics
LEVEL 3 Metalwork Practical
Accounting Robotics
Ancient Roman and Greek Technology Electronics
Civilisation (Classics) Technology Engineering
Armed Forces and Police 1 Woodwork
Armed Forces and Police 2
Business Studies
Economics
Farm Management
Financial Planning 1
Financial Planning 2
Geography
History
Politics and Law
Tourism 1
Tourism 2
HEAD OF FACULTY HEAD OF FACULTY HEAD OF FACULTY HEAD OF FACULTY
Mr John McLellan Mr Michael Taylor Ms Suzanne Scott Mr Rik Allen
john.mclellan@npbhs.school.nz michael.taylor@npbhs.school.nz sue.scott@npbhs.school.nz rik.allen@npbhs.school.nz
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 15Year 10
All students study
English, Health Education,
Mathematics, Physical
Education, Science, Social
Science, and Visual Art.
All students also study two option
courses.
Courses that are part of the option
system are:
• AgriScience
• Ancient Roman Civilisation and
Language (Classics)
• Athlete Development Performance
• Business Studies
• Computer Science
• Digital Media
• Drama
• French
• Graphics
• Home Economics
• Māori Performing Arts
• Music
• Performance Music
• Spanish
• Te Reo Māori
• Technology Electronics
• Technology Metal
• Technology Wood
16 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection GuideAgriScience Ancient Roman Civilisation
O P T I O N 1 0 A G R
and Language (Classics)
O P T I O N 1 0 C L S
AgriScience introduces students to the fastest growing
industry in New Zealand. The course covers modern Ancient Roman Civilisation and Language is the study of
agricultural theory, conservation of plants and animals and the people, places and events of the classical world and
practical outdoor horticulture practice. how they influence the modern world. The course covers
the study of Roman public architecture, including roads,
Prerequisites aqueducts, thermae, amphitheatre, the political structure,
Students will require a good background in Year 9 Science Roman childhood and education, Roman religion and
or AgriScience, and an interest in plant management, from death. Students will be doing basic Latin translations and
farming and plant science, to home gardening. developing source analysis and research skills.
Prerequisites
Year 9 Classical Studies (recommended but not essential).
Athlete Development Business Studies
Programme O P T I O N 1 0 B U S
O P T I O N 1 0 A D P
Business Studies introduces students to the skills required
The Year 10 Athlete Development Programme is designed to build an enterprising culture in New Zealand. The course
to develop the strength and conditioning of our athletes covers the knowledge of business and how to apply that
while at the same time developing sport specific skills. knowledge in a range of business contexts.
Students in Rugby, Cricket, Hockey, Basketball and Football In Year 10, the course looks at enterprising people in New
will work directly with the school’s Sports Directors/ Zealand and abroad. It also looks at the risks people take
coaches in sport specific sessions. They will also have the and the rewards they receive, whether that is in daily life,
opportunity to enhance their tactical and decision-making sport or business. Students learn how entrepreneurs
processes in an invasion game environment. combine resources and add value to them in order to make
a profit.
Placement will be dependent on previous sporting
performance and selection by the sport development team.
Prerequisites
Year 9 Business Studies
Prerequisites
Year 9 Athlete Development Programme
Computer Science Digital Media
O P T I O N 1 0 C O S O P T I O N 1 0 D I G
The Computer Science course is designed for students who Digital Media is designed for a student wanting to create
want to learn programming in a game design context. They and manipulate a range of media products including,
will be introduced to the creation of simple arcade games the visual arts/performing arts, web pages, graphics,
using the open source software Gamemaker and use html animations and video. Students gain knowledge in theory
and css to create websites which tell a story. Students will related to media products, create web pages, original
continue to develop skills in digital literacy including file images, animations and video. The technology design
management and research as well as being introduced process is used to develop an outcome and manage an
to some key programming concepts in python and App original project.
Inventor which will prepare them for senior level Computer
Science courses. Theoretical knowledge including number Prerequisites
systems such as binary, and usability of interfaces will also None
be taught.
Prerequisites
None
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 17Drama French
O P T I O N 1 0 D R A O P T I O N 1 0 F R E
Year 10 Drama offers students the opportunity to express This course is designed for students who are interested in
themselves in a range of creative ways. Students will travelling, working or studying abroad. Students may simply
develop confidence in using their voices, bodies, movement wish to learn a beautiful Romance language or they may
and use of space. Drama creation, drama rehearsing and hope to open up career options. Through learning French,
performance, stage managing, team work and film making students will discover new cultures and develop a different
are all key aspects covered in this course. Students will perspective on the world and their place in it. This half year
be fully prepared for the transition into Level 1 Drama. course covers a wide variety of content, including how to
Year 9 Drama transitions into this course, but it is not a talk about personal details, family and friends, hobbies,
requirement. school, music, food, holidays and the places we live. French
classes are very interactive and taught in a fun and relaxing
Prerequisites atmosphere. This course can lead on to Level 1 French.
None
Prerequisites
Year 9 French (recommended but not essential).
Graphics Home Economics
O P T I O N 1 0 G R A O P T I O N 1 0 H E C
Graphics is the subject of visual communication through Home Economics develops awareness of individual dietary
drawing, design and presentation techniques. The Year 10 needs and the needs of family members. This course is an
course will allow students to develop their creativity and introduction to Level 1 Hospitality (NCEA Level 1). Practical
learn about the practice of designing. Students will make skills will be developed and a variety of nutritious dishes will
informed decisions on aesthetic and functional aspects of be produced. Students will learn to work in organised and
design and develop a range of drawing skills, including 3D co-operative teams.
Computer Modelling.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites None
None
Māori Performing Arts Music
O P T I O N 10MPA O P T I O N 10MUS
This course is an introduction to Māori Performing Arts. This is a continuation of the Year 9 course where students
Tauira will be introduced and developed the origins and learn basic guitar/keyboard and a little music theory. It
essential performance components skills. Tauira learn will involve students in the creative process and foster an
through the medium of Haka, Mōteatea, Waiata-a-ringa, appreciation of music. Students will work on individualised
maurākau and takaro Māori. Whanaungatanga is developed plans based on instruments and skill level.
through this course. This course leads in to Level 1Māori This course is not intended for students who want to study
Performing Arts. NCEA Music theory in the senior school.
Prerequisites Prerequisites
None None
18 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection GuidePerformance Music Spanish
O P T I O N 1 0 P E R O P T I O N 1 0 S PA
The emphasis of this course is on reading music and This course is designed for students who are interested in
practical development leading to NCEA Music. Students in travelling, working or studying abroad. Students may simply wish
this class will most likely be part of various bands. Students to learn a widely spoken Romance language or they may hope
will work on an individualised plan based on instrument and to open up career options. Through learning Spanish, students
skill level. will discover new cultures and develop a different perspective on
the world and their place in it. This half year course covers a wide
Prerequisites variety of content, including how to talk about personal details,
Year 9 Performance Music family and friends, hobbies, school, music, food, holidays and the
places we live. Spanish classes are very interactive and taught
in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. This course leads onto Level 1
Spanish.
Prerequisites
Year 9 Spanish (recommended but not essential).
Te Reo Māori Technology Electronics
O P T I O N 10MAO O P T I O N 1 0 T E E
Tauira will learn conversational Māori, waiata, karakia, kēmu The course has an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge
and haka in practical situations which include heritage, and practical exercises. Students will develop electronic
values and customs. Tauira will apply their knowledge in products and/or systems through the planning and design
real life situations such as pōwhiri, tangihanga and cultural process. The course will build on the development of the
festivals. This course encompasses an oral, as well as a electronic products learnt in Year 9.
written approach to learning Te Reo Māori.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Year 9 Electronics would be an advantage.
Year 9 Te Reo Māori or at the discretion of the Head of
Faculty.
Technology Metal Technology Wood
O P T I O N 1 0 T E M O P T I O N 1 0 T E W
Technology Metal is based around specific materials; Technology Wood is a stimulating and demanding course
tools, machinery and processes used in creating solutions where students have the opportunity to make a furniture
primarily out of mild steel and engineering materials. project using timber as the main medium. The development
This course is ideal for students who enjoy designing and application of related knowledge in tools, materials
and building projects. It will allow students to be creative and processes that specifically relate to the woodworking
and show ingenuity with simple project work, along with environment will be taught, with furniture making being the
covering recognised and fundamental workshop knowledge primary outcome.
and practice in set tasks.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites None
None
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 19Level 1
Students must take a
full year of English and
Mathematics, and will
be classed according to
individual needs.
Students must take either
Science or AgriScience, or
they can take both.
Students must select a combination
of full year and half year optional
courses. To the equivalent of 6
units of work - a full-year course
is worth 2 units of work and a half
year is one unit.
Students for which English is a
second language will be assessed
and offered ESOL assistance.
20 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection GuideLevel 1 Prerequisites Table * Available Credits (may change)
Course Course Course *Available Prerequisites Pathway to Course
Code Name Length Credits (at the discretion of the HOF) Level 2 Endors.
L1ACCYF Accounting Full Year 22 None Accounting Yes
L1AGHRF AgriScience Full Year 19 None AgriScience Yes
L1CLSTF Ancient Roman and Greek Civilisation (Classics) Full Year 20 None Ancient Roman and Greek Civilisation (Classics) Yes
L1DESNF Art Studio - Design Full Year 22 None Art Studio - Design No
L1PAITF Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate Full Year 20 None Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate No
L1APATF Athletic Preparation and Applied Training Full Year 17 None Athletic Preparation and Applied Training No
L1BUSSF Business Studies Full Year 20 None Business Studies Yes
L1COSCF Computer Science Full Year 20 None Computer Science Yes
L1DIGIF Digital Media Full Year 17 None Digital Media Yes
L1DRMAF Drama Full Year 14 None Drama No
L1ECONF Economics Full Year 20 None Economics Yes
L1ENGLF English Full Year 21 None English Yes
L1ESOLF ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Full Year - None ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) No
L1GEOGF Geography Full Year 21 None Geography Yes
L1GRAPF Graphics Full Year 18 None Graphics Yes
L1HISTF History Full Year 20 None History Yes
L1HOSPF Hospitality Full Year 28 None Hospitality No
L1MAOPF Māori Performing Arts Full Year 24 None Māori Performing Arts No
L1MATHF Mathematics Full Year 18 None Statistics, Calculus, Mathematics and Mathematics (Statistics) Yes
L1METPF Metalwork Practical Full Year 16 None Metalwork Practical No
L1PHEDF Physical Education Full Year 21 None Physical Education Yes
L1SCIEF Science Full Year 24 None Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Physics and Science Yes
L1SLTNF Sound and Lighting Full Year 10 None Sound and Lighting No
L1SPANF Spanish Full Year 24 None Spanish Yes
L1MAORF Te Reo Māori Full Year 24 None Te Reo Maori Yes
L1ELECF Technology Electronics Full Year 18 None Technology Electronics No
L1TENRF Technology Engineering Full Year 16 None Technology Engineering No
L1TEWOF Technology Wood Full Year 18 None Furniture Making or Building and Construction No
L1AFP1H Armed Forces and Police 1 Half Year 8 None Armed Forces and Police No
L1AFP2H Armed Forces and Police 2 Half Year 8 None Armed Forces and Police No
L1APATH Athletic Preparation and Applied Training Half Year 9 None Athletic Preparation and Applied Training No
L1BFTRH Business for Trades Half Year 10 None Business for Trades and Business Studies No
L1COMMH Commerce Half Year 8 None Economics and Accounting No
L1HOSPH Cooking for Entertaining Half Year 15 None Hospitality No
L1FAR1H Farm Management 1 Half Year 8 None Farm Management No
L1FAR2H Farm Management 2 Half Year 8 None Farm Management No
L1HLTHH Health Half Year 8 None Health Science No
L1AGTMH It’s All Greek To Me Half Year 12 None Ancient Roman and Greek Civilisation (Classics) No
L1MAH1H Māori History Aotearoa 1 Half Year 10 None Māori History Aotearoa No
L1MAH2H Māori History Aotearoa 2 Half Year 10 None Māori History Aotearoa No
L1METPH Metalwork Half Year 12 None Metalwork Practical No
L1MUSPH Music Practical Half Year 10 None Music Practical No
L1MUSTH Music Theory Half Year 20 None Music Theory No
L1ODEDH Outdoor Education Half Year 19 None Outdoor Education No
L1PHEDH Physical Education Half Year 8 None Physical Education No
L1ROBOH Robotics Half Year 10 None Robotics No
L1SMANH Sport Management Half Year 8 None Sport Management and Business Studies No
L1WOODH Woodwork Half Year 11 None Woodwork No
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 21LEVEL 1 COMPULSORY COURSES
English Mathematics
C RED C RED
AL AL
T
T
21 18
IT S
IT S
TO
TO
COMPULSORY L1ENGLF V C O M P U L S O R Y L1MATHF V
A
A
A IL L A IL L
E
E
AB AB
English is compulsory at Level 1. Students will be placed in the Mathematics is compulsory at Level 1. Students will be placed
appropriate class, according to their academic ability in English. in the appropriate class, based on their academic ability in
As such, students could be placed in a full year internal/ external Mathematics. As such, students could be placed in a full year
course or a full year internal course. There are extension classes internal/external course or a full year internal course. There are
for students who excel in English, a Sport in Education class for also extension classes for students who excel in Mathematics,
students who enjoy learning within a sport context, and a class a Sport in Education class for students who enjoy learning with
designed for those students for whom English is not their first a sporting context, and a numeracy class for those who need
language. Depending on the level of the class, topics covered extra support in their learning.
include: writing, speaking, connections across texts, written and
and unfamiliar text. Course Endorsable
External - Yes
Course Endorsable Internal - No
Yes
Further Study
Further Study Level 2 Statistics and/or Calculus and/or Mathematics (half
Level 2 English year), and or Mathematics (Statistics) (half year).
Vocational Pathways Vocational Pathways
Science AgriScience
C RED C RED
AL AL
T
T
24 19
IT S
IT S
TO
TO
COMPULSORY L 1 S C I E F V COMPULSORY L1AGHRF V
A
A
A IL BL A IL L
E
E
A AB
This course is designed for students who wish to study sciences This course is designed for students who wish to gain
at higher levels. It covers theory in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, understanding and skills in primary production. Students will
and practical investigations. need to have a natural curiosity about science, practical work,
Note: Students may take compulsory Science and option and the outdoors. It covers practical skills, environment, and
AgriScience. primary production in New Zealand.
Note: Students may take compulsory AgriScience and option
Course Endorsable Science.
Yes
Course Endorsable
Further Study Yes
Level 2 Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Physics,
and Science. Further Study
Level 2 AgriScience
Vocational Pathways Vocational Pathways
22 New Plymouth Boys’ High School 2021 Course Selection GuideLEVEL 1 FULL YEAR OPTIONAL COURSES
Accounting AgriScience
C RED C RED
AL AL
T
T
22 19
IT S
IT S
TO
TO
FULL OPTION L1ACCYF V FULL OPTION L1AGHRF V
A
A
A IL L A IL L
E
E
AB AB
This course is designed for students who wish to gain an This course is designed for students who wish to gain
understanding of Accounting for small businesses. It covers; understanding and skills in primary production. Students will
basic cash management, processing of transactions as well as have a natural curiosity about science, practical work, and the
the creation and analysis of financial statements. outdoors. It covers practical skills, environment, and primary
Students cannot study this course as well as L1ACCYH (Level production in New Zealand.
1 Accounting (half year) and L1BFTRH (Level 1 Business for
Trades (half year). Course Endorsable
Yes
Course Endorsable
Yes Further Study
Level 2 AgriScience
Further Study
Level 2 Accounting
Vocational Pathways Vocational Pathways
Ancient Roman and Greek Art Studio - Design
C RED
AL
T
22
IT S
TO
Civilisation (Classics) AL
C RED
FULL OPTION L1DESNF V
T
20
IT S
A
A IL
TO
L
E
AB
FULL OPTION L1CLSTF V
A
A IL L
E
AB
This course is tailored for students who wish to gain an
This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of the Design process as it applies to Art. It
understanding of the Classical World. Ancient Roman and covers basic Photoshop skills, design layout and presentation
Greek Civilisation (Classics) encourages students to make links techniques.. By the end of the year, the boys will have produced a
between the past and present civilisations by exploring diverse 2-panel folio board where they show off their ideas, technical and
values and traditions, viewed from their cultural perspectives and media skills.
those of others. Students will also develop research and source
analysis skills. Course Endorsable
The year will be divided into three units: Olympian Gods and No
Greek Mythology, Homer’s Iliad and the Trojan War and Athenian Further Study
Art and Architecture. Level 2 Art Studio - Design
Course Endorsable Exclusions
Yes Students cannot choose both Art Studio - Design and Art Studio
- Paint & Illustrate.
Further Study
Level 2 Ancient Roman and Greek Civilisation (Classics)
Vocational Pathways Vocational Pathways
npbhs.school.nz or call 06 758 5399 23LEVEL 1 FULL YEAR OPTIONAL COURSES
Art Studio - Athletic Preparation and
Paint & Illustrate AL
C RED
Applied Training AL
C RED
T
T
20 17
IT S
IT S
TO
TO
FULL OPTION L 1 PA IT F V F U L L O P T I O N L 1 A PAT F V
A
A
A IL L A IL L
E
E
AB AB
This is a hands-on course providing boys with an opportunity This course is designed for students who are motivated to
to develop their creativity and critical thinking. Boys generate learn the skills and techniques required to become an athlete.
and extend their ideas in a self-directed and collaborative It covers the topics of physical fitness, self-management
environment. By the end of the year, the boys will have strategies, and strategies to improve performance. The
produced a 2-panel folio board where they show off their ideas, students will manage their own skills and fitness program
technical and media skills. with guidance from teaching staff. All assessment is ongoing
throughout the year.
Course Endorsable
No Course Endorsable
No
Further Study
Level 2 Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate Further Study
Level 2 Athletic Preparation and Applied Training
Exclusions
Students cannot choose both Art Studio - Paint & Illustrate and
Art Studio - Design.
Vocational Pathways Vocational Pathways
Business Studies Computer Science
C RED C RED
AL AL
T
T
20 20
IT S
IT S
TO
TO
FULL OPTION L1BUSSF V FULL OPTION L1COSCF V
A
A
A IL BL A IL L
E
E
A AB
This course is designed for students who wish to gain an This course is designed for students who want to learn skills in
understanding of how small business operate in New Zealand. Computer Science as well as work on their own project idea.
It covers business planning, marketing, human resource This course is helpful for students wishing to pursue a career
management and gives an insight into the internal features and in computer programming or game creation or undertake a
external factors that influence a small business. Science, Business or Engineering degree at university. This
course covers knowledge of how to plan a computer program;
Course Endorsable learning the structures and syntax including loops, decisions,
Yes lists and functions when programming in Python as well as a
knowledge of algorithms, programs and informal instructions.
Further Study
Students will build a computer and problem solve issues arising
Level 2 Business Studies
from this. This course also covers the technology design process
which students follow to design and create the best outcome.
Students will need to be self-motivated, and have a good level of
literacy. Students should have a Windows laptop. Preferably the
completion of Year 9 or 10 Computer Science.
Course Endorsable
Yes
Further Study
Level 2 Computer Science
Vocational Pathways Vocational Pathways
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