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SACRED HEART COLLEGE SENIOR SUBJECTS 2019 INFORMATION BOOKLET
NOTE:
This booklet is supplied to students to aid the selection of options for the coming year.
The inclusion of any subject in the booklet is NOT a guarantee that the particular subject will in fact
be offered next year, as this depends on the numbers of students wishing to study the subject.
Students and their parents/caregivers will be aided with their selection of subjects via a personal
interview between the student and:
The Careers Advisor
OR
The Director of the Academic InstituteSENIOR COURSE BOOK FOR 2019
Page
1 Index
2 Introduction, National Certificate of Educational Achievement, NCEA, Endorsements
3 Subjects in the Senior School – 2019
4 Year 11 / 12 / 13 Course Information
5 Common University Entrance Standard Information
6 Religious Studies L1 – 11RST, Religious Studies L2 – 12RST, Religious Studies L3 – 13RST
7 Religious Education L2 – 12/13RED, Religious Education ELL L1 – 11REL
8 Religious Education ELL L2 – 12REL, Religious Education ELL L3 – 13REL
9 Accounting L1 – 11ACC, Accounting L2 – 12ACC
10 Accounting L3 – 13ACC, Art - Visual Art L1 – 11ART
11 Art Design L2 – 12DES, Art Design L3 – 13DES, Art Painting L2 – 12PNT
12 Art Painting L3 – 13PNT, Biology L2 – 12BIO
13 Biology L3 – 13BIO, Business Studies L1 – 11BUS
14 Business Studies L2 – 12BUS, Business Studies L3 – 13BUS
15 Chemistry L2 – 12CHE, Chemistry L3 – 13CHE
16 Chinese L1 (Mandarin) – 11CHI, Chinese L2 (Mandarin) – 12CHI
17 Chinese L3 (Mandarin) – 13CHI, Classical Studies L2 – 12CLS
18 Classical Studies L3 – 13CLS, Drama L1 – 11DRA
19 Drama L2 – 12DRA, Drama L3 – 13DRA
20 Economics L1 – 11ECO, Economics L2 – 12ECO
21 Economics L3 – 13ECO, English L1 – 11ENG
22 English L1-11ENT, English L1-Thematic Studies (ELL) 11ENL (A) & 11ENL (B)
23 English L2 (A) – 12ENG, English L2 (B) – 12EN2
24 English L2 (C) Thematic Studies (ELL) – 12ENT, English L2 (A) – Thematic Studies (ELL) –12ENL
25 English L2 (B) - Thematic Studies (ELL) – 12ENL, English L3 (A) – 13ENG
26 English L3 (B) - 13EN2, English L3 (C) – 13ENT
27 English L3 - Thematic Studies (ELL) – 13ENL, English L4 – 13EN4,
English for Academic Purposes – 11EAP/12EAP
28 Geography L1 – 11GEO, Geography L2 – 12GEO
29 Geography L3 – 13GEO, History L1 – 11HIS
30 History L2 – 12HIS, History L3 – 13HIS
31 Maths L1 – 11MAT/11MAX, Maths L1 – 11MA2, Maths L1 – 11MA3
32 Maths L2 – 12MAC, Maths L2 – 12MAT, Maths L3 – 13MAC
33 Maths L3 – 13MAS, Maths L3 – 13MAT, Media Studies L2 – 12MED
34 Media Studies L3 – 13MED, Music L1 – 11MUS
35 Music L2 – 12MUS, Music L3 – 13MUS
36 Photography L2 – 12PHO, Photography – L3 – 13PHO
37 Physical Education L1 – 11PED
38 Physical Education L2 – 12PED
39 Physical Education L3 – 13PED
40 Physics L2 – 12PHY, Physics L3 – 13PHY
41 Physics L3 – 13PES, Science L1 – 11AGS, Agricultural Science
42 Science (Applied) L1 – 11ASC, Science L1 – 11BSC, Biological Science
43 Science L1 – 11PSC, Physical Science, Spanish L1 – 11SPA
44 Spanish L2 – 12SPA, Spanish L3 – 13SPA
45 Sports Leadership Studies L2 – 12SLS, Sports Leadership Studies L2/3-13SLS
46 Te Reo Māori L1 – 11MAO, Te Reo Māori L2 – 12MAO
47 Te Reo Māori L3 – 13MAO, Transition L3 – 13TRA
48 Travel & Tourism L2 – 12TVT, Travel & Tour. L3 – 13TVT
TECHNOLOGY 49 Carpentry L1 – 11CAR, Carpentry L2 – 12CAR
COURSES 50 Carpentry L3 – 13CAR
51 Design & Visual Comm. L1 – 11DVC, Design & Visual Comm. L2 – 12DVC
52 Design& Visual Comm. L3 – 13DVC
53 Digital Tech. Computer Science L1 – 11CSC, Digital Tech. Computer Science L2 – 12CSC
54 Digital Tech. Computer Science L3 – 13CSC, Digital Tech. Digital Media L1 – 11DME
55 Digital Tech. Digital Media L2 – 12DME, Digital Tech. Digital Media L3 – 13DME
56 Hospitality and Catering L1 – 11HOS, Hospitality and Catering L2 – 12HOS
57 Hospitality and Catering L3 – 13HOS
58 Mechanical Technology L1 – 11MET
1INTRODUCTION
Schools throughout New Zealand implement the new, New Zealand Curriculum Framework and the National
Certificate of Educational Achievement. Parents and students should attempt to become familiar with the
qualifications and the implications which will follow from them.
Student Courses at Sacred Heart College are organised so that:
(a) Students may work at different levels in different subjects.
(b) Year 11, 12 and 13 students study a compulsory core of subjects at each level, together with a number of
optional subjects.
(c) Students may choose these subjects from any level, provided that they meet the school’s recommended entry
criteria for study in that subject at that level.
Standards for NCEA can be accumulated over several years.
NB: It must be noted that progression through the levels in any subject is not automatic.
Exceptions for special circumstances may only be granted by the Principal, who will decide after consultation
with the student’s parents and relevant school staff. Parents who insist that their son follow a course of
study against the recommendation of the school will be asked to certify that they do this knowingly.
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT:
For a student to be awarded the NCEA Level 1 he must achieve 80 credits. Of these, ten credits must be in literacy and
ten credits in numeracy. These credits may be gained from Achievement Standards across a range of subjects and do
not necessarily have to come from English, Te Reo or Mathematics.
For a student to be awarded the NCEA Level 2 he must achieve 80 credits, 60 of which must be from Level 2, or higher
standards. Students are required to have achieved the Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy requirements to be awarded this
qualification.
NB: NQF qualifications have components for which there are automatically transferable credits. Credits gained
for the NCEA (Level 1) may be used towards meeting the requirements of the NCEA (Level 2) as well as other
qualifications registered on the NQF.
For a student to be awarded the NCEA Level 3 he must achieve 80 credits, 60 of which must be from Level 3 or higher
standards. Students are required to have achieved the Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy requirements to be awarded this
qualification.
NB: Students intending studying at University are advised that the Common Entrance to University requires literacy
credits from Level 2 or above and numeracy credits from Level 1 or above.(Please refer to page 5 of this booklet).
ENDORSEMENTS:
Certificate Endorsements
Students are able to achieve their NCEA certificate at Level 1, 2 or 3 with a Merit or Excellence Endorsement. To qualify
for these endorsements students must gain at least 50 credits at Merit or Excellence to have their certificate endorsed
with Merit or Excellence respectively.
Course Endorsements
Course Endorsements are offered at NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3. To gain a Course Endorsement with either Merit or
Excellence a student must gain at least 14 credits at Merit or Excellence respectively in that course. At least three of
these credits must be gained from internally assessed Achievement Standards and at least three credits gained from
externally assessed Achievement Standards. *
* Exceptions to the minimum requirements for internally and externally-based Achievement Standards apply to
courses in Physical Education, Religious Education and Visual Arts, where externally assessed Achievement Standards
do not exist. A student studying these courses will be able to gain a course endorsement solely from internally
assessed Achievement Standards.
2SUBJECTS IN THE SENIOR SCHOOL – 2019
YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13
NCEA LEVEL 1 NCEA LEVEL 2 NCEA LEVEL 3
Religious Education Religious Education Religious Education
Physical Education Transition
GROUP A GROUP A GROUP A
English English Accounting
Thematic Studies Thematic Studies Art / Design
**Thematic Studies – ELL **Thematic Studies ELL Art / Painting
*Te Reo Māori Biology
Business Studies
GROUP B GROUP B Carpentry
Mathematics Accounting Chemistry
Mathematics Art / Design Chinese (Mandarin)
Mathematics Art / Painting Classical Studies
Biology Design and Visual Communication
Business Studies Digital Technology – Computer Science
Carpentry Digital Technology – Digital Media
Chemistry Drama
GROUP C Chinese (Mandarin) Economics
Science – Agricultural Classical Studies English
Science – Applied Design and Visual Communication Thematic Studies
Science – Biological Digital Technology – Computer Science **Thematic Studies ELL
Science – Physical Digital Technology – Digital Media English Scholarship
Drama English for Academic Purposes
Economics Geography
English for Academic Purposes History
GROUP D Geography Hospitality & Catering
Accounting History Mathematics
Art Hospitality & Catering Media Studies
Business Studies Mathematics Music
Carpentry Media Studies Photography
Chinese (Mandarin) Music Physical Education
Design and Visual Communication Photography Physics – General
Digital Technology – Computer Science Physical Education Physics – Towards Engineering & Scholarship
Digital Technology – Digital Media Physics Spanish
Drama Spanish Sports Leadership Studies
English for Academic Purposes Sports Leadership Studies Te Reo Māori or Rangatira
Economics *Te Reo Māori or Rangatira Travel and Tourism
Geography Travel and Tourism
History
Hospitality & Catering
Mechanical Technology
Music
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
*May be chosen in one Group only Some additional subjects maybe
offered by Correspondence
**ELL – English Language Learners **ELL – English Language Learners **ELL – English Language Learners
3COURSES AT YEAR 11
Studies in Year 11 for most students are based on courses approved for the nationally co-ordinated NCEA Level 1
Achievement and Unit Standards. Students at Sacred Heart College normally take 7 subjects including Religious
Education and Physical Education.
Referring to the table of subjects on page 3, Year 11 students would follow a course consisting of:
• Religious Education
• Physical Education and Health
• One subject from Group A
• One subject from Group B
• One subject from Group C
• Two subjects from Group D
Provided that he meets the entry requirements for a subject at a particular level, a Year 11 student could choose a
subject from a year level other than his own.
STAR – (SECONDARY TERTIARY ALIGNMENT RESOURCE)
Students from Years 10-13 are able to participate in STAR courses; these courses vary in length.
The courses include work-based learning and lead to credits in Unit Standards for the NCEA.
Sacred Heart College Departments funded by STAR are:
Travel and Tourism / Carpentry / Hospitality / Sports Leadership / Mechanical Technology
COURSES AT YEAR 12
Studies at Year 12 for most students are based on Level 7 of the NZ Curriculum Framework courses and/or courses
approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority. Students at Year 12 will have the opportunity to enter for NCEA
Level 2 courses. Some courses at Year 12 will also offer Level 1 Standards. Provided that he meets the minimum entry
requirements for a subject at a particular year level, a Year 12 student could choose a subject from a year level higher
than Level 2.
After referring to the table of subjects on Page 3, Year 12 students must ensure that their courses consist of:
• Religious Education
• One subject from Group A at either Year 11 or Year 12 level
• Four subjects from the following:
Group B at Year 12 level OR
Group A at Year 13 level OR
from Groups B, C or D (at Year 11 level) OR a combination of these groupings.
COURSES AT YEAR 13
Introduction
Students at the Year 13 level and above have the opportunity of studying courses at Level 3, should they qualify for entry.
Some students will be able to study courses at other levels where appropriate and necessary. Studies at Year 13 for
most students are based on Level 8 of the NZ Curriculum Framework courses and/or courses approved by the New
Zealand Qualifications Authority. Some courses at Year 13 will also offer Level 2 Standards.
After referring to the table of subjects on Page 3, Year 13 students must ensure that their courses consist of:
• Religious Education
• Five subjects from Group A at Year 13 level OR
from Groups A and B (at Year 12 level) OR
from Groups B, C or D (at Year 11 level) OR
a combination of these groupings
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
All the information in this booklet was up to date and correct at the time of printing.
Each course includes a cost – the figure given is only a guide and is subject to change.
4ENTRY TO UNIVERSITY AND OTHER TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
Each University/Tertiary Institution will have its own set of entry criteria. Students are expected to check these entry
criteria. Information is available from the Sacred Heart College Careers Office and from Tertiary Institutes themselves.
COMMON UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE STANDARD
Common University Entrance will be as follows:
Most Universities will require a higher standard of entry into selected programmes than those listed in the Common
Standard and will also require students to have undertaken Level 3 Courses in specified subjects. These are referred to
commonly as limited entry courses. This list is now extensive. Students and parents should consult University
admissions information for specifics.
COMMON UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE STANDARD
A person shall be qualified for entrance to a University in New Zealand if he/she has obtained all of the following criteria:
1. NCEA Level Three
2. A minimum of 42 credits at Level 3 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework, including a minimum of 14 credits
at Level 3 or higher in each of three subjects from an approved subject list.
3. A minimum of 10 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or higher (offered from a range of Level One subjects on the National
Qualifications Framework).
4. A minimum of 10 Literacy credits at Level 2 or higher (offered from a range of Level Two and Three subjects on the National
Qualifications Framework); of which 5 credits must be in Reading and 5 credits must be in Writing. The literacy credits will
be selected from a schedule of approved Achievement Standards and Unit Standards.
14 credits at 14 credits at
14 credits at
Level 3 or Level 3 or
Level 3 or
higher in an higher in an
higher in an
approved approved
approved
subject subject
subject
10 Numeracy credits from Level One or higher
10 Literacy credits at Level 2 or higher (5 Reading credits + 5 Writing credits)
APPROVED SUBJECTS (All at Level 3 NCEA)
(*Subjects offered at Sacred Heart College)
*Accounting Education for Sustainability *Music
Agriculture & Horticulture *English *Painting (Practical Art)
*Biology French (2nd language) *Photography (Practical Art)
*Business Studies *Geography *Physical Education
*Chemistry German (2nd language) *Physics
*Chinese (Mandarin) (2nd language) Hauora Printmaking (Practical Art)
*Classical Studies *History Processing Technologies
*Computer Science History of Art *Religious Studies
Cook Islands Maori Indonesian (2nd language) Samoan
*Dance Japanese (2nd language) *Science
*Design (Practical Art) Korean (2nd language) Sculpture (Practical Art)
*Design & Visual Communication Latin Social Studies
*Digital Technologies *Mathematics *Spanish (2nd language)
*Drama *Mathematics with Calculus *Technology
Earth & Space Science *Mathematics with Statistics *Te Reo Rangatira OR *Te Reo Māori
*Economics *Media Studies Tongan
5RELIGIOUS STUDIES – LEVEL 1 11RST
HOD: Stephen Berecz
Entry Criteria: Completion of Year 10 Religious Education course.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Reformation and Beyond
90817 Describe a significant development within a religious tradition 1 Internal 6
Understanding the Gospel Story
90816 Describe the purpose of a sacred text within a religious tradition 1 Internal 6
Conscience, Morality and Values
90818 Describe the application of the key ethical principle(s) of a religious tradition to 1 Internal 6
an issue
You will learn:
The Religious Studies course follows the New Zealand National Religious Education Curriculum Statement as determined by the NZ
Catholic Bishops’ Conference (2010) and is a full academic course. The course is assessed through Achievement Standards.
Where does this course lead:
Students who study 6 subjects at Year 11 will have two periods from different subjects, to ensure their religious education course is
covered. Course assessments are subject to change.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES – LEVEL 2 12RST
Entry Criteria: 6 credits in Level 1 Religious Education and Level 1 Literacy.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Religions Of The World and Loss, Death, Grief and Dying
90823 Explain the significance of a key belief within two religious traditions. 2 Internal 6
Biblical Studies
91724 Explain a significant theme in a sacred text within a religious tradition 2 Internal 6
Social Justice
90822 Explain how a contemporary social action derives from the ethical principles of 2 Internal 6
a religious tradition
You will learn:
The Religious Studies course follows the New Zealand National Religious Education Curriculum Statement as determined by the NZ
Catholic Bishops’ Conference (2010) and is a full academic course. The course is assessed through Achievement Standards.
Where does this course lead:
Retreats are run at class level, throughout the year, with opportunities for students to participate in the Eucharist and Reconciliation.
Major feast days of the Church are also celebrated. Course assessments are subject to change.
Cost: Retreat $75.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES – LEVEL 3 13RST
Entry Criteria: Completion of Year 12 Religious Education course.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Ethics
90826 analyse the response of a religious tradition to a contemporary ethical issue 3 Internal 6
Jesus the Christ
91725 Analyse the meanings in a sacred text within a religious tradition 3 Internal 6
(Optional) Cults, Sects and New Religious Movements
90825 Analyse religious tradition(s) in Aotearoa New Zealand 3 Internal 6
You will learn:
The Religious Education course follows the New Zealand National Religious Education Curriculum Statement as determined by the
NZ Catholic Bishops’ Conference (2010) and is a full academic course. The course is assessed through Achievement Standards.
Where does this course lead:
An overnight Retreat is completed at this level with opportunities for students to celebrate Eucharist and Reconciliation throughout
the year. Major feast days of the Church are also celebrated. Course assessments are subject to change.
Cost: Retreat $75.
6RELIGIOUS EDUCATION – LEVEL 2 12/13RED
HOD: Stephen Berecz
Entry Criteria: Completion of Year 11 Religious Education course.
2017 – CYCLE A
Social Issues in the light of Christian Faith 2/3 Internal N/A
Understanding Religion – explain the perspective of selected traditions on loss,
death, dying and associated grief 2/3 Internal N/A
Describe the life and times of Jesus Christ and the responses of his
contemporaries 2/3 Internal N/A
2018 – CYCLE B
Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Social Issues in the light of Christian Faith 2/3 Internal N/A
World Religions – exploring various religious traditions and comparing their
beliefs with that of Christianity 2/3 Internal N/A
Biblical Studies – involving reading and interpretation of Scripture texts 2/3 Internal N/A
You will learn:
The Religious Education course covers Units selected from the New Zealand National Religious Education Curriculum Statement
as determined by the NZ Catholic Bishops’ Conference (2010) and is assessed internally.
The course is aimed at students who require English support.
Where does this course lead:
Retreats are run at Class Level, throughout the year, with opportunities for students to celebrate Eucharist and Reconciliation.
Major feast days of the Church are also celebrated.
As well as the above Unit Standards, we look at Christianity today and everyday issues facing young people in New Zealand.
Course assessments are subject to change.
Cost: Retreat $75.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ELL – (English Language Learners) – LEVEL 1 11REL
HOD: Stephen Berecz & Ms Ngawai Hooker
An Introduction to the Special Character of Sacred Heart College where students will have the opportunity to come to
understandings that enable them to participate fully in the Catholic nature of the College.
Entry Criteria: This course is for students in the English Language Learner programme who come from non-Catholic or
Non-Christian backgrounds and who are in Year 11.
US No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Understanding the Gospel Story: Using stories from the Gospels, students will:
27982 Read and understand basic texts on familiar topics 1 Internal 8
27997 Write basic texts for practical purposes 1 Internal 7
Describe key ethical principles of a religious tradition and how they are
applied to an issue
27988 Participate in basic spoken personal exchanges 1 Internal 10
27998 Complete basic forms on familiar topics 1 Internal 4
You will learn:
The Religious Education course covers Units selected from the New Zealand National Religious Education Curriculum Statement
as determined by the NZ Catholic Bishops’ Conference (2010) and is assessed using the EL Unit standards. Course assessments
are subject to change. Major feast days of the Church are celebrated and discussed.
Where does this course lead:
To Religious Education (ELL) courses in Years 12 and Year 13.
Course assessments are subject to change.
7RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ELL – (English Language Learners) – LEVEL 2 12REL
HOD: Stephen Berecz & Ms Ngawai Hooker
Building on the Special Character of Sacred Heart College, students will have the opportunity to come to understandings that
will enable them to participate fully in the Catholic nature of the College.
Entry Criteria: This course is for students in the English Language Learner programme who come from non-Catholic or
non-Christian backgrounds and who are in Year 12.
US No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Social Issues in the light of Christian Faith
28000 Write simple texts for practical purposes 2 Internal 7
27984 Read and understanding simple texts for practical purposes 2 Internal 7
World Religions - Exploring various religious traditions and comparing their
beliefs with that of Christianity
27992 Participate in simple spoken routine transactions 2 Internal 10
28001 Complete simple forms 2 Internal 5
You will learn:
The Religious Education course covers Units selected from the New Zealand National Religious Education Curriculum Statement
as determined by the NZ Catholic Bishops’ Conference (2010) and is assessed using the EL Unit Standards.
Where does this course lead:
Major feast days of the Church are celebrated and discussed.
As well as the above Unit Standards, we look at Christianity today and everyday issues facing young people in New Zealand.
Course assessments are subject to change.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ELL – (English Language Learners) – LEVEL 3 13REL
HOD: Stephen Berecz & Ms Ngawai Hooker
Building further on the Special Character of Sacred Heart College, students will have the opportunity to come to under-
standings that will enable them to participate fully in the Catholic nature of the College.
Entry Criteria: This course is for students in the English Language Learner programme who come from non-Catholic or
non-Christian backgrounds and who are in Year 13
US No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Social Issues in the light of Christian Faith
28069 Write texts for practical purposes 3 Internal 5
28057 Read and understand texts for practical purposes 3 Internal 5
Understanding Religion – explain the perspective of selected traditions on
loss, death, dying and associated grief
28064 Present information on a familiar topic 3 Internal 5
You will learn:
The Religious Education course covers Units selected from the New Zealand National Religious Education Curriculum Statement
as determined by the NZ Catholic Bishops’ Conference (2010) and is assessed using the EL Unit Standards.
Where does this course lead:
Major feast days of the Church are celebrated and discussed.
As well as the above Unit Standards, we look at Christianity today and everyday issues facing young people in New Zealand.
Course assessments are subject to change.
8ACCOUNTING – LEVEL 1 11ACC
HOD: Ms Sonia Collins
Entry Criteria: There is no minimum entry, although obtaining an Achieved grade in Year 10 Commerce would be an
advantage.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
90976 Demonstrate an understanding of accounting concepts for small entities 1 External 3
90977 Process financial transactions for a small entity 1 Internal 5
90978 Prepare financial statements for sole proprietors 1 External 5
90979 Prepare financial information for a community organisation’s annual general
meeting 1 Internal 4
90981* Make a financial decision for an individual or group 1 Internal 3
*Students will complete AS90981 in Term Four of 2018.
You will learn:
The aims of this course are to:
• Gain knowledge, skills and experience to manage the financial affairs of individuals, whãnau, and local small
entities including community organisations, while acting with integrity.
• Gain knowledge, skills and experience to make use of appropriate communication tools to process, report and
interpret financial information for individuals, whãnau and local small entities including community organisations.
Where does this course lead:
To Level 2 and Level 3 Accounting courses, provided sufficient credits are gained.
Cost: Workbooks and study guides $80.
ACCOUNTING – LEVEL 2 12ACC
Entry Criteria: Obtaining 14 credits in NCEA Level 1 Accounting OR at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91174* Demonstrate understanding of accounting concepts for an entity that
operates accounting subsystems (optional) 2 External 4
91175 Demonstrate understanding of accounting processing using accounting
software 2 Internal 4
91176 Prepare financial information for an entity that operates accounting sub-
systems 2 External 5
91177 Interpret accounting information for entities that operate accounting sub-
systems 2 External 4
91179 Demonstrate understanding of an accounts receivable sub-system for an
entity 2 Internal 3
91386* Demonstrate understanding of an inventory subsystem for an entity. 2 Internal 3
*Students will be offered one of AS91174 or AS91386 in 2019, to be decided by the HOD.
You will learn:
The aims of this course are to:
• Gain knowledge, skills and experience to manage the financial affairs of individuals, whãnau, and local or regional
small or medium entities including community organisations that operate accounting sub-systems, while acting with
integrity.
• Gain knowledge, skills and experience to make use of appropriate communication tools and skills to process, report
and interpret financial and non-financial information for individuals, whãnau and local and regional small or medium
entities including community organisations, that operate accounting sub-systems.
Where does this course lead:
To Level 3 Accounting Course provided sufficient credits are gained.
Cost: Workbooks and study guides $80.
9ACCOUNTING – LEVEL 3 13ACC
Entry Criteria: Obtaining at least 14 credits in Level 2 Accounting OR obtaining 16 credits in both English AND Mathematics
at Level 2, of which 10 are Merit or Excellence AND at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91405 Demonstrate understanding of accounting for partnerships 3 Internal 4
* 91406 Demonstrate understanding of company financial statement preparation 3 External 5
91407 Prepare a report for an external user that interprets the annual report of a
New Zealand reporting entity 3 Internal 5
91408 Demonstrate understanding of management accounting to make a decision 3 External 4
* 91409 Demonstrate understanding of a job cost subsystem for an entity 3 Internal 4
*Students will be offered one of AS91406 or AS91409 in 2019, to be decided by the HOD.
You will learn:
The aims of this course are to:
• Gain knowledge, skills and experience to manage the financial affairs of individuals, whãnau, and small, medium or
large entities including community organisations that may be local, regional, national or global to enable internal and
external users to make effective and ethical decisions.
• Gain knowledge, skills and experience to make use of appropriate communication tools and skills to process, report
and interpret financial and non-financial information for individuals, whãnau and small, medium or large entities
including community organisations that may be local, regional, national or global.
Where does this course lead:
NCEA Scholarship is available to selected students in this class. The content of this exam is the same as NCEA Level 3. Leads
to Tertiary Accounting courses, provided sufficient credits are gained. It makes the transition to University or Technical
Institute Commerce courses very easy.
Cost: Workbooks and study guides $80.
ART – VISUAL ART – LEVEL 1 11ART
HOD: Mr Marc Petersen
Entry Criteria: Completed Year 10 Art.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
90914 Use drawing methods and skills 1 Internal 4
90915 Use drawing conventions. 1 Internal 6
90916 Produce a body of work 1 External 12
You will learn:
Students will be doing a combination of the above standards.
The Visual Art course takes the student through the process of Design, Painting and 3D work.
Where does this course lead:
To Level 2 Art and Art School.
Cost: Students will need to buy their own paints & folio boards, which may be purchased through the Art Department at $27.
10ART DESIGN – LEVEL 2 12DES
HOD: Mr Marc Petersen
Entry Criteria: 16 credits in Level 1 Art OR portfolio of graphics and ICT work at the discretion of HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91310 Use drawing methods to apply knowledge 2 Internal 4
91315 Develop ideas in a related series 2 Internal 4
91320 Produce a systematic body of work 2 External 12
You will learn:
The Level 2 Design course teaches students the basics of design.
Where does this course lead:
To Level 3 Design and Design School.
Cost: Students need to buy their own folio boards and art equipment, which may be purchased through the Art Department
at $15.
ART DESIGN – LEVEL 3 13DES
Entry Criteria: 16 credits in Level 2 Art or portfolio of Graphics and ICT work, OR at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91445 Use drawing to demonstrate understanding 3 Internal 4
91450 Systematically develop ideas in a related series 3 Internal 4
91455 Produce a systematic body of work 3 External 14
You will learn:
The Level 3 Design course is the requirement for entry to a Design School.
Where does this course lead:
To Design School
Cost: Students need to buy their own folio boards and art equipment, which may be purchased through the Art Dept. at $25.
ART PAINTING – LEVEL 2 12PNT
HOD: Mr Marc Petersen
Entry Criteria: 16 credits in Level 1 Art.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91311 Use drawing methods to apply knowledge 2 Internal 4
91316 Develop ideas in a related series 2 Internal 4
91321 Produce a systematic body of work 2 External 12
You will learn:
The Level 2 Painting course teaches students the basics of painting.
This course is made to lead onto Level 3 Painting and Art School.
Where does this course lead:
To Level 3 Painting and Art School.
Cost: Students need to buy their own folio boards and art equipment, which may be purchased through the Art Dept. at $15.
11ART PAINTING – LEVEL 3 13PNT
Entry Criteria: 16 credits in Level 2 painting, OR at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91446 Use drawing to demonstrate understanding 3 Internal 4
91451 Systematically develop ideas in a related series 3 Internal 4
91456 Produce a systematic body of work 3 External 14
You will learn:
The Level 3 Painting course is the requirement for entry to an Art School.
Where does this course lead:
To Art School.
Cost: Students need to buy their own paints and folio boards, which may be purchased through the Art Department at $52.
BIOLOGY – LEVEL 2 12BIO
HOD: Mrs Anna Mortiaux
This course is designed for those who have a particular interest in Biology and would like to take Biology at Level 3.
Entry Criteria: A Merit grade in the following Level 1 standard in Science:
Science 90948 – Demonstrate an understanding of genetic variation.
AND an Achieved grade in THREE of the following Level 1 standards in Science
Chemistry 90934 – Demonstrate understanding of aspects of chemical reactions
Chemistry 90932 – Demonstrate understanding of aspects of carbon chemistry
Physics 90937 = Demonstrate understanding of aspects of electricity and magnetism
OR
An Achieved grade in ALL THREE of the following Level 1 standards in Science:
Chemistry AS 90930 - Carry out a Chemistry investigation with direction.
Science 90934 – Demonstrate an understanding of chemical ideas relation to acids and bases
Science 90940 – Demonstrate an understanding of aspects of Mechanics
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91153 Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision 2 Internal 4
91156 Demonstrate understanding of life processes at the cellular level 2 External 4
91157 Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change 2 External 4
91158 Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision 2 Internal 4
91159 Demonstrate understanding of gene expression 2 External 4
Where does Biology lead in the school curriculum? Level 2 Level 3
Biology Biology
Physical Education Physical Education
Where does this course lead:
To Level 3 Biology.
Cost: Bio-zone Workbook approx. $30. There is a Field trip to Tahuna Torea in Term 1 ( AS91158). AME $25.
Education Perfect $20
12BIOLOGY – LEVEL 3 13BIO
Entry Criteria: At least achieved with Merit in both of the following Level 2 Internal standards in Biology:
AS91153, AS91158
At least one achieved with Merit and two achieved passes in the following External Level 2 standards in
Biology: AS91156, AS91157, AS91159
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
Integrate biological knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-
91602 3 Internal 3
scientific issue
Demonstrate understanding of the responses of plants and animals to their
91603 3 External 5
external environment
91605 Demonstrate understanding of evolutionary processes leading to speciation 3 External 4
Demonstrate understanding of how an animal maintains a stable internal
91604 3 Internal 3
environment.
Demonstrate understanding of human manipulations of genetic transfer and
91607 3 Internal 3
its biological implications
You will learn:
The Biology course covers a broad range of Biology topics and is ideal preparation for study of Biology at University. Topics
range from the in-depth study of speciation and evolution through to animal and plant responses and the techniques and
applications associated with biotechnology. This course is designed for those who have a particular interest in Biology and
would like to take Biology at University.
Where does this course lead:
Botany, Zoology, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Veterinary Science, Sports Science, Physical Education,
Biochemistry, Physiology, Microbiology, Anatomy and Ecology, to name a few!
Cost: Workbook $30. Education Perfect $20 (website)
BUSINESS STUDIES – LEVEL 1 11BUS
HOD: Ms Sonia Collins
Entry Criteria: At least an Achieved grade in Year 10 English. Obtaining an Achieved grade in Year 10 Commerce would be an
advantage, OR at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
90837 Demonstrate an understanding of internal features of a small business 1 External 4
90838 Demonstrate an understanding of external factors influencing a small business 1 External 4
*90840 Apply the marketing mix to a new or existing product 1 Internal 3
90841 Investigate aspects of human resource processes in a business 1 Internal 3
Carry out and review a product-based business activity within a classroom
90842 1 Internal 6
context with direction
*Students will complete AS90840 in Term Four of 2018.
The aims of this course are to:
• Understand how, as a result of internal and external factors, small business owners make operational decisions that
have consequences for the success of their business.
• Plan, carry out, and then review a one-off business activity, basing recommendations for the future on market
feedback.
• Business themes for Level 1 includes: business formation, functions of business, people in business, business
management and business environment.
Where does this course lead:
Levels 2 and 3 Business Studies courses.
Cost: Workbooks and study guides $80.
Students contribute $20 per student in Term Two as initial start-up capital for their Business Activity which are partly or
fully repaid when their Business Activity shows a profit.
There is also a field trip in Term Three which will cost approximately $30 per student.
13BUSINESS STUDIES – LEVEL 2 12BUS
Entry Criteria: Obtaining 14 credits in NCEA Level 1 Business Studies OR at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
90843 Demonstrate understanding of the internal operations of a large business. 2 External 4
90846 Conduct market research for a new or existing product. 2 Internal 3
90847 Investigate the application of motivation theory in a business 2 Internal 3
90848 Carry out, review and refine a business activity within a community context
with guidance. 2 Internal 9
The aims of this course are to:
• Explore how and why large businesses in New Zealand make operational decisions in response to internal factors.
• Plan, take to market, review, and then refine a business activity incorporating a community well-being focus, basing
recommendations for the future on market feedback.
• Business themes for Level 2 includes: business formation, functions of business, people in business, business
management and business environment.
Where does this course lead: Level 3 Business Studies Course.
Cost: Workbooks and study guides $80. Students contribute approximately $20 per student in Term Two as initial start-up
capital for their Business Activity which are partly or fully repaid when their Business Activity shows a profit.
There will be a field trip during the year which will cost approximately $30 per student.
BUSINESS STUDIES – LEVEL 3 13BUS
Entry Criteria: Obtaining 14 credits in NCEA Level 2 Business Studies OR at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91379 Demonstrate an understanding of how internal factors interact within a
business that operates in a global context. 3 External 4
91382 Develop a marketing plan for a new or existing product. 3 Internal 6
91384 Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity. 9 Internal 9
The aims of this course are to:
• Analyse how and why New Zealand businesses operating in global markets make operational and strategic decisions in response
• to interacting internal and external factors.
• Plan, take to market, review and then refine an innovative, sustainable business activity; analyse the activity and its success in the
market place.
• Business themes for Level 3 includes: business functions, people in business, business management, business environment.
• Students will participate in the Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) where students set up and run a real business,
create a product or service and bring it to market. The students will have support from a Regional Coordinator, a business
mentor and their local business community.
Through The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme, students will:
• Learn about business planning and operations
• Develop a range of personal and business skills
• Consult with and create networks in their community
The ‘YES’ programme offers students great opportunities such as a share in a $25,000 National prize pool, Regional awards, cash prizes,
Tertiary Scholarships, attending National Business competitions and events and maintain business networks through the ‘YES’ Alumni and
Business Incubator Programmes.
Where does this course lead: It leads to Tertiary Commerce courses, provided sufficient credits are gained. It makes the transition to
University or Technical Institute Commerce courses very easy. It also aims to set students up to start their own businesses after leaving
school.
Cost: Students contribute approximately $100 per student in Term One as initial start-up capital for their
Business Activity which are partly or fully repaid when their Business Activity shows a profit.
The ‘YES’ fee is $35 per student.
There will also be a field trip during the year which will cost approximately $30 per student.
14CHEMISTRY – LEVEL 2 12CHE
HOD: Mrs Anna Mortiaux
Entry Criteria: A Merit grade in either of the following Level 1 standard in Science:
Chemistry 90934 - Demonstrate understanding of aspects of chemical reactions
Science 90944 – Demonstrate an understanding of chemical ideas relating to acids and bases
AND an Achieved grate in TWO of the following Level 1 standards in Science:
Science 90948 – Demonstrate an understanding of biological ideas relating to genetics
Science 90940 – Demonstrate an understanding of aspects of Mechanic
Physics 90937 – Demonstrate an understanding of electricity and magnetism
Chemistry 90932 - Demonstrate understanding of aspects of carbon chemistry
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91161 Carry out quantitative analysis 2 Internal 4
Demonstrate understanding of bonding, structure, properties and energy
91164 2 External 5
changes
91165 Demonstrate understanding of the properties of selected organic compounds 2 External 4
91166 Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactivity 2 External 5
91167 Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction 2 Internal 3
You will learn:
The reactions, structure and principles’ involved in chemical reactions of all types.
Where does this course lead: Level 2 Level 3
Chemistry
Physical Education Physical Education
Cost: Chemistry Workbooks $37. Education Perfect $20 (website).
CHEMISTRY – LEVEL 3 13CHE
Entry Criteria: Achieved with Merit in both of the internally assessed Achievement Standards in Level 2 Chemistry
AS WELL AS at least Merit achievement in 2 of the 3 Level 2 external Achievement Standards.
Mathematics to a Level 2 standard is also required.
AS Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
No.
91388 Demonstrating an understanding of spectroscopic data in Chemistry 3 Internal 3
Demonstrate understanding of thermochemical principles and the
91390 3 External 5
properties of particles and substances
91391 Demonstrate understanding of the properties of organic compounds 3 External 5
91392 Demonstrate understanding of equilibrium principles in aqueous 3 External 5
systems
91393 Demonstrate understanding of oxidation–reduction processes 3 Internal 3
You will learn:
This Course investigates the structure of Matter, Energy Changes, Aqueous Solutions, Chemical Changes, Organic and
Inorganic Chemistry.
Where does this course lead:
Engineering, Geology, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine and associated courses.
Cost: Chemistry Workbook $37. Education Perfect $20 (web site).
15CHINESE- LEVEL 1 – (Mandarin) 11CHI
HOD: Mr Ben Christie
Teacher in charge: Ms Lanxin Ma
Entry Criteria: Students must have completed Year 10 Chinese and Achieved in all four skills for the End of Year Exams.
Also, any student with a Chinese-speaking background; (this will involve an interview).
As No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
90868 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Chinese texts on areas of
most immediate relevance 1 External 5
90869 Give a spoken presentation in Chinese that communicates a personal response 1 Internal 4
90870 Interact using spoken Chinese to communicate personal information, ideas and
opinions in different situations 1 Internal 5
90871 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of Chinese texts on areas of most
immediate relevance 1 External 5
90872 Write a variety of text types in Chinese on areas of most immediate relevance 1 Internal 5
You will learn:
This course is a continuation of the Year 10 Chinese programme. You will not only gain an understanding of the Chinese
language, but many cultural aspects will be included. The four skills: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking will be
developed. Level 1 allows students to respond to basic situations in a Chinese speaking environment.
Where does this course lead:
Level 1 Chinese is a requirement for advancement to Level 2 Chinese. Having a solid, fundamental knowledge of Chinese is
essential as we are living in a changing world and it may widen your career choices in the future.
Cost: Level 1 Course book/Language Perfect is $40
CHINESE – LEVEL 2 – (Mandarin) 12CHI
Entry Criteria: Students should have completed a minimum of 12 credits at Level 1 at Achieved level.
Some exceptions may be granted to students who are native speakers of Chinese.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91108 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Chinese on familiar matters 2 External 5
91109 Interact using spoken Chinese to share information and justify ideas and
opinions in different situations 2 Internal 5
91110 Give a spoken presentation in Chinese that communicates information, ideas
and opinions 2 Internal 4
91111 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of written and/or visual Chinese text(s)
on familiar matters 2 External 5
91112 Write a variety of text types in Chinese to convey information, ideas, and
opinions in genuine contexts 2 Internal 5
You will learn:
Students deepen their knowledge of structure, vocabulary and culture and increase their ability to communicate in Chinese.
Where does this course lead:
Level 2 Chinese is a pre-requisite for advancement to Level 3 Chinese.
Cost: Level 2 Course book/Language Perfect is $40.
16CHINESE – LEVEL 3 – (Mandarin) 13CHI
Entry Criteria: Students should have completed a minimum of 12 credits at Level 2 at Achieved level.
Some exceptions may be granted to students who are native speakers of Chinese.
AS No. Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91534 Give a clear spoken presentation in Chinese that communicates a critical
response to stimulus material. 3 Internal 3
91533 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended spoken Chinese texts. 3 External 5
(Optional)
It will be
compulsory
in 2018
91535 Interact clearly using spoken Chinese to explore and justify varied ideas and
perspectives in different situations. 3 Internal 6
91536 Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended written and/or visual
Chinese texts. 3 External 5
91537 Write a variety of text types in clear Chinese to explore and justify varied ideas
and perspectives. 3 Internal 5
You will learn:
Students further extend their linguistic and cultural understanding and their ability to interact appropriately with other
speakers; this will lead them to new ways of thinking about, questioning, and interpreting the world and their place in it.
Where does this course lead:
Students who achieve at Level 3 will comfortably handle first-year University Chinese and, with exceptional results, may be
granted direct entry to second-year Chinese studies.
Cost:
Level 3 Course book/ Language Perfect is $40.
CLASSICAL STUDIES – LEVEL 2 12CLS
HOD: Mr Don Harland
Teacher In Charge: Mrs Stephanie Ioka
Entry Criteria: Sufficient external Credits in English and/or History at Level 1 or higher.
AS No Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91200 Examine ideas and values of the classical world 2 External 4
91201 Examine the significance of features of work(s) of art in the classical world 2 External 4
91204 Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical
world and aspects of other cultures 2 Internal 6
91202 Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world 2 Internal 4
You will learn:
Classical Studies is the study of the History, Literature, Art and Architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, without the study of
ancient languages. Level 2 topics include: Homer’s Odyssey (Literature), the Persian Wars (History), Athenian Art and
Architecture (Art History and Classical mythology.
Where does this course lead:
In the topics studied, many of the origins of Western Europe’s art, architecture, literature, law, philosophy, politics and religion,
are to be found. Furthermore, Greek and Latin are the foundations of the English language. As a multi-disciplinary subject,
students enjoy the pursuit of subject areas which are normally separated in the curriculum.
In addition, there potentially will be an overseas trip to Italy and Greece in 2019 for the Year 12 and 13 students of that year.
This trip will support any study of Classics, however, it is not essential.
Cost:
$10 for Course booklet and field excursions.
17CLASSICAL STUDIES – LEVEL 3 13CLS
Entry Criteria: Level 2 Classical Studies OR Level 3 English OR at the discretion of the HOD.
AS No Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91395 Analyse the significance of a work(s) of art in the classical world 3 External 4
91396 Analyse the impact of a significant historical figure on the classical world 3 External 6
90514 Complete independent research on an area of the classical world 3 Internal 6
91398 Demonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on
other cultures across time 3 Internal 6
You will learn:
Classical Studies is the study of History, Literature, Art and Architecture of Ancient Greece and Rome, without the study of
ancient languages. Level 3 topics include: Alexander the Great (History), Virgil’s ‘Aeneid’ (Literature), and Roman Art and
Architecture (Art History).
Where does this course lead:
In the topics studied, many of the origins of Western Europe’s art, architecture, literature, law, philosophy, politics and religion,
are to be found. Furthermore, Greek and Latin are the foundations of the English language. As a multi-disciplinary subject,
students enjoy the pursuit of subject areas which are normally separated in the curriculum.
Cost: $10 for Course booklet and field excursions.
DRAMA – LEVEL 1 11DRA
HOD: Mr Don Harland
Teacher In Charge: Mr Scott Chalmers
Entry Criteria: There is no minimum entry requirement. This course will require students to have the right attitude, aptitude
and commitment to working in groups and rehearsing outside of class time. The TIC Drama reserves the right
to screen suitable applicants for this course.
AS No Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
90006 Apply drama techniques in a Dramatic context. 1 Internal 4
90997 Devise and perform a drama. 1 Internal 5
91000 Demonstrate understanding of a significant play. 1 Internal 4
90009 Perform an acting role in a scripted production. 1 Internal 5
90011 Demonstrate understanding of the use of drama aspects within live
performance. 1 External 4
90998 Demonstrate understanding of features of a drama/theatre form. 1 External 4
You will learn:
Students will develop their understanding of the processes used to create, rehearse, and perform drama. The course will cover
all aspects of drama production, devising and writing scripts, rehearsal and performance, as well as back stage work and theatre
technologies.
Students will also study an historical theatre form; reading and performing work from famous playwrights; this work will be
incorporated into class performances and used in the external examinations.
All students will work in groups for assessments and will learn valuable organisation and leadership skills. Drama students
must be committed to rehearsals outside of class time if they are to achieve all of the available internal assessment credits.
The drama course and number of internal assessments can be altered to suit the needs and abilities of individual students.
It is unlikely that any individual student will complete all 26 credits.
Where does this course lead:
Level 2 Drama. Drama students will develop their confidence in their ability to present and speak in public situations.
They will also be able to work in groups, communicating effectively and developing plans.
The organisation skills gained through this course are easily transferable to many different situations.
All Level 1 Drama credits count towards Level 1 literacy.
Cost: Students will need to attend live theatre performances during the year, the cost of which will vary.
18DRAMA – LEVEL 2 12DRA
Entry Criteria: There is no minimum entry requirement but previous experience in performance is recommended. This course
will require students to have the right attitude, aptitude, and commitment to working in groups and rehearsing
outside of class time. The TIC Drama reserves the right to screen suitable applicants for this course.
AS No Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91213 Apply drama techniques in a scripted context 2 Internal 4
91214 Devise and perform a drama to realise an intention 2 Internal 5
91215 Discuss a drama or theatre form with reference to a text 2 External 4
91217 Examine the work of a playwright 2 Internal 4
91218 Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production 2 Internal 5
91220 Discuss drama elements, techniques, conventions and technologies within live
performance. 2 External 4
91221 Direct a scene for drama performance 2 Internal 4
You will learn:
Students will develop their understanding of the processes used to create, rehearse, and perform drama.
The course will cover all aspects of drama production, devising and writing scripts, rehearsal and performance, as well as back
stage work and theatre technologies.
Students will also study an historical theatre form; reading and performing work from famous playwrights; this work will be
incorporated into class performances and used in the external examinations.
All students will work in groups for assessments and will learn valuable organisation and leadership skills. Drama students
must be committed to rehearsals outside of class time if they are to achieve all of the available internal assessment credits.
The drama course and number of internal assessments can be altered to suit the needs and abilities of individual students.
Where does this course lead: Level 3 Drama. Drama students will develop their confidence in their ability to present and
speak in public situations. They will also be able to work in groups, communicating effectively and developing plans.
The organisation skills gained through this course are easily transferable to many different situations.
Cost: Students will need to attend live theatre performances during the year, the cost of which will vary.
DRAMA – LEVEL 3 13DRA
Entry Criteria: There is no minimum entry requirement but previous experience in performance is recommended. This course
will require students to have the right attitude, aptitude, and commitment to working in groups and rehearsing
outside of class time. The TIC Drama reserves the right to screen suitable applicants for this course.
AS No Descriptor Level Assessment Credits
91512 Interpret scripted text to integrate drama techniques in performance 3 Internal 4
91513 Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept. 3 Internal 5
91517 Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production. 3 Internal 5
91518 Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance. 3 Internal 4
91516 Demonstrate understanding of the work of a drama theorist or practitioner. 3 External 4
91514 Interpret a prescribed text to demonstrate knowledge of a theatre form or
period. 3 External 4
You will learn: Students will develop both their theoretical and practical understanding of the processes used to create,
rehearse, and perform drama. The course will cover all aspects of drama production, devising and writing scripts, rehearsal
and performance, as well as back stage work and theatre technologies with an emphasis on adapting existing theatrical models
to new purposes. Students will study an historical theatre form; reading and performing work from famous playwrights; this
work will be incorporated into class performances and used in the external examinations. All students will work in groups for
assessments and will learn valuable organisation and leadership skills. Drama students must be committed to rehearsals
outside of class time if they are to achieve all of the available internal assessment credits. The drama course and number of
internal assessments can be altered to suit the needs and abilities of individual students. The Scripting and Directing standards
are optional. There is the opportunity for Level 3 students to sit the Drama Scholarship exam.
Where does this course lead:
Drama can lead students to tertiary performing arts courses as well as being a sought after skill for language rich courses such
as Law and Medicine.
Cost: Students will need to attend live theatre performances during the year, the cost of which will vary.
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