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WAIUKU COLLEGE
SENIOR COURSE
INFORMATION
NCEA LEVEL 1
2020
SENIOR OPTIONS OVERVIEW 2020
NCEA Level 1 NCEA Level 2 NCEA Level 3 Teacher/HoD
English 101 & 102 English 201 & 202 English 301 UEAS
Miss Flynn
Communication English 302
Media Studies Media Studies UEAS Ms Thomson
Te Reo Maori Te Reo Maori Te Reo Maori UEAS Mrs Jakeman
Chinese Chinese Chinese (2021) UEAS Ms Kwan
Spanish Spanish Spanish UEAS Mrs Glen
English Language (English as a Second Language) English Language (English as a Second Language) English Language (English as a Second Language) Ms Kwan
Business Studies Business Studies Mr Nelson
Geography Geography Geography UEAS Miss Corcoran
History History History UEAS
Ms Hughes
Tourism Tourism
Drama Drama Drama UEAS
Ms Davison
Performing Arts Technology Performing Arts Technology
Up to 2 from:
Either Visual Arts OR Design & Photography Visual Arts (1 or 2 Timetable Lines) UEAS Mr Kew
Design, Painting, Photography
Music Music Music UEAS Mr Ruegg
History of Art UEAS Mr Kew
Design and Visual Communications (DVC) Design and Visual Communications (DVC) Design and Visual Communications (DVC) UEAS Mr Narayan
Digital Technology (Computing) Digital Technology (Computing) Digital Technology (Computing) UEAS Mr Flynn
Home Economics Hospitality & Catering Hospitality & Catering Mrs Drummond
Materials Technology: Wood Building and Construction
Materials Technology (Metalwork/Woodwork) Dr Henderson
Materials Technology: Metal Product Design/Engineering & Sustainability UEAS
Biology Biology UEAS Ms Couper
Chemistry Chemistry UEAS Mr North
Science 101 & 102
Physics Physics UEAS Mr Johnson
Science Mr North
Primary Industries Academy Primary Industries Ms Patterson
Mathematics & Statistics 202
Mathematics & Statistics - Statistics UEAS
Mathematics & Statistics 101 & 102 Mrs Everitt
Mathematics & Statistics 201
Mathematics & Statistics - Calculus UEAS
Physical Education Physical Education UEAS
Physical Education
Sport Studies Sport Studies
Miss Potts
Health UEAS
Early Childhood Education
Gateway/STAR Courses Gateway/STAR Courses Careers Centre
Junior Services Academy Senior Services Academy (2 Timetable Lines) Mr Neilson
UEAS = University Entrance Approved Subject
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INTRODUCTION
This guide provides students and their parents/caregivers with information about the NCEA subjects
available at Waiuku College. It is hoped that this information will help students, and their
parents/caregivers, as they decide what subjects to take next year.
Choosing the right NCEA subjects is very important as it can have a major influence on a student’s
educational success. Students have a lot of subjects to choose from. It is important that they think
carefully about where they want to go when they leave school before they decide which courses to
take. If a student has no idea what they want to do they should choose a broad range of subjects.
Remember, it becomes more difficult to change direction as students progress through the senior
school, so think carefully, consult widely and choose wisely.
Selecting Subjects
Take a close look at the Senior Subject Overview at the front of this booklet. The overview shows
all of the subjects available at Waiuku College. Paying particular attention to which subjects lead on
from Level 1 to Level 2 and Level 3.
Note those subjects that stop at a particular level, and plan how you will fill your options if
you go on.
Students should follow a broad-based, general course of study for as long as possible. Early
specialisation is not recommended.
Entry to some careers and tertiary courses can be made easier by selecting appropriate NCEA
courses. The Careers Advisor can be consulted for information on these requirements.
If you want to go to university, or would like to have the option of going, make sure you choose four
or five subjects that lead on to University Entrance Approved Subjects (UEAS).
General criteria you should use in your choices are:-
• Your interests
• Your abilities
• Any career intentions you have
• Allow for flexibility in case of a change in your career plans
• Any subjects needed for higher level or tertiary studies.
To make good decisions, you need the right information. Check that you have:-
• Discussed your subject choices with your family, teachers, Dean and the Careers Advisor
• Used the Quest Database at www.careers.govt.nz
Important Dates
• Monday 22nd July – Students issued with Senior Course Information Booklets
• Thursday 25th July – Option Information Evening
• Thursday 8th August – Academic Counselling Interviews
• Friday 16th August – Deadline for all options choices to be entered on MUSAC Edge
The school reserves the right to cancel or change courses.
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PLANNING SHEET
START
When I leave school, I hope to:
Don’t know Get a job Do a diploma or Do a degree at university or
immediately certificate course at polytechnic
polytechnic or a training
course
So I must keep my As a:
? The course/training will The degree will
course as general as possibly be in: possibly be in:
possible ______________________ ___________________
______________________ ___________________
__________ _______
For this I will need NCEA Level 3 in: For this I will need NCEA Level 3 in:
1. ___________________________ 1. ___________________________
2. ___________________________ 2. ___________________________
3 ___________________________ 3 ___________________________
4. ___________________________ 4. ___________________________
5. ___________________________ 5. ___________________________
So, at Level 2 I need: So, at Level 2 I need:
1. English 1. English
2. ___________________________ 2. ___________________________
3. ___________________________ Have you 3. ___________________________
4. ___________________________ 4. ___________________________
checked
5. ___________________________ 5. ___________________________
6. ___________________________ Degree/Diploma 6. ___________________________
Certificate
requirements?
So, at Level 1 I need: So, at Level 1 I need:
1. English 1. English
2. Mathematics 2. Mathematics
3 Science (or Primary Industries) 3 Science (or Primary Industries)
4. ___________________________ 4. ___________________________
5. ___________________________ 5. ___________________________
6. ___________________________ 6. ___________________________
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SENIOR OPTIONS GUIDELINES 2020
SENIOR QUALIFICATIONS
NCEA (National Certificate of Educational Achievement).
Each subject is divided up into Standards. Each standard is worth a set number of credits. If students
achieve the standard (in other words they pass it) they are awarded the corresponding number of
credits. In order to achieve NCEA Level 1, 2 or 3 there is a minimum number of credits that students
have to earn – see below. They also have to achieve NCEA Literacy and Numeracy.
NCEA Literacy and Numeracy: By achieving NCEA Literacy and Numeracy students are
demonstrating that they have reached the minimum standards required in reading, writing and
arithmetic. In order to achieve Literacy and Numeracy, students must gain a minimum of 10 Literacy
credits and 10 Numeracy credits. Lots of NCEA Level 1, 2 and 3 standards count towards Literacy
and Numeracy. For example a student achieves a standard worth 3 credits and the standard also
counts towards Literacy. The 3 credits count towards their overall total but also towards the 10
credits they need for Literacy. Each subject page gives information about which standards contribute
to Literacy and Numeracy. Gaining Literacy and Numeracy is not the same thing as passing English
and Maths.
NCEA Level 1: Students need to achieve 80 credits at Level 1 or above. They must also meet the
Literacy and Numeracy requirements.
NCEA Level 2: Students need to achieve 80 credits, 60 of which must be at Level 2 or above. The
other 20 credits can be from Level 1 or above. They must also meet the Literacy and Numeracy
requirements.
NCEA Level 3: Students need to achieve 80 credits, 60 of which must be at Level 3 or above. The
other 20 credits can be from Level 2 or above. They must also meet the Literacy and Numeracy
requirements.
Scholarship: These are optional exams targeted at the top Yr13 academic students across the
country, and there are a range of financial awards available for the most successful students.
Scholarship exams do not count towards NCEA Level 3 nor do they lead to a qualification.
University Entrance
University Entrance, or UE, is the minimum qualification required to study at a New Zealand
university. To gain University Entrance students must:
• Achieve NCEA Level 3 – see above.
• Achieve 14 Level 3 credits in each of three University Entrance Approved Subjects (UEAS),
e.g. 14 credits in English + 14 credits in Geography + 14 credits in Chemistry.
• Achieve UE Literacy by gaining 5 reading and 5 writing credits at Level 2 or above. UE
Literacy credits are earned by gaining specific Achievement Standards at Level 2 or 3 across
a range of subjects.
• Achieve Numeracy by gaining 10 numeracy credits at Level 1 or above – see NCEA
Numeracy above.
Many university courses have additional requirements, for example they may specify which Level 3
subjects students should have taken. Students should research the exact requirements of any
courses they are interested in applying for. Auckland University prefers students to have a minimum
of 17 Level 2 or 3 English credits, in addition to the minimum UE Literacy requirements.
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COURSE FEES
Please refer to individual subject pages for information about course related fees. By applying for a
particular course you are indicating your agreement to pay the related fees.
SENIOR COURSE STRUCTURE
The Senior Timetable
The senior timetable is made up of six lines, A to F. Each line contains four periods giving a total of
24 periods a week. Period 5 on Wednesdays is a study period. Students in Years 11 and 12 take
six subjects and students in Yr13 normally take five and have the extra line for individual study.
Some subjects, e.g. Level 2 Services Academy, take up two lines of the timetable.
Year 11 students MUST take English, Maths and Science (or Primary Industries), plus three options.
Year 12 students MUST take English or Te Reo Maori and five options. They should retain a broad
choice of subjects. Students should take Maths if it is required as a foundation for tertiary study or
they have not yet gained Level 1 Numeracy (10 credits) or UE Numeracy (10 Maths credits at Level
1 or above).
Year 13 students are strongly advised to study English, or a subject with a major English language
component (eg. History, Media Studies or Health) especially if intending to go to University. Students
must take a total of 5 options which make up a coherent overall course related to their proposed
tertiary study, or employment. Students may take a sixth subject at the discretion of the Year 13
Dean.
English, Mathematics and Science 101 or 102
In English, Mathematics and Statistics and Science students are placed into one of two streams,
101 or 102. 101 is for students who demonstrated a higher level of success in Yr10 and 102 is for
students who require additional support.
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CONDITIONS
Some students are entitled to Special Assessment Conditions (SAC) such as a reader/writer or extra
time when they are completing internal assessments and exams. Students can qualify for SAC for
a variety of reasons, such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and visual or hearing impairment. If students have
had additional support in the junior school they may qualify for SAC when doing NCEA. Contact Ms
Joyce, the schools Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO), for more information.
GETTING OPTIONS ADVICE
The Form Teacher should be the first source of help. The subject teachers, Heads of Department
and Deans will be glad to assist in any way they can. Students can also speak with the school’s
Careers Advisor, Miss Wilson.
DEANS: Year 10 - Mr Jackson
Year 11 - Mrs Whitehead
Year 12 - Ms Taylor
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VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS
BRIDGING THE GAP FROM LEARNING TO EARNING
As well to counting towards NCEA, many Level 2 credits also count towards one or more of the Vocational
Pathways. Vocational Pathways awards highlight a student’s learning, achievement and skills in relation to a
particular group of industries or services. There are six Vocational Pathways:
• Manufacturing and Technology
• Construction and Infrastructure
• Creative Industries
• Primary Industries
• Service Industries
• Social and Community Services
HOW TO USE THE VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS INFORMATION
I Don’t Know What I want to do When I Leave School
If you don’t know what you want to do when you leave school you can use the Vocational Pathways
information to get an idea of which industries or sectors the courses you choose may be useful for.
I Know What I want to do When I Leave School
If you know what you want to do when you leave school you can use the Vocational Pathways
information to help you choose courses that will help you follow your desired career path.
VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS AWARDS
If you pass NCEA Level 2 and you have earned 60 Level 2 credits from the recommended list of standards for
a particular pathway, including 20 from the list of sector-related standards, you will be awarded that
Vocational Pathway on your Record of Achievement. For example you could receive the Primary Industries
Vocational Pathway award or the Creative Industries Vocational Pathway award. This will tell employers and
trainers that you already have a good foundation to start training in their particular industry.
LEVEL 1 STANDARDS AND VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Although Level 1 credits do not count towards any of the Vocational Pathways Awards, there is a list of
recommended standards. These standards are considered to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to
get you started on your way towards achieving a particular Level 2 Vocational Pathway award.
FOR MORE INFORMATION. . .
For more information visit the Vocational Pathways website at http://youthguarantee.net.nz/vocational-
pathways/
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PATHWAY OPPORTUNITIES IN
THE SENIOR SCHOOL
When students reach Year 12 a range of new opportunities are presented that enable them to plan their
pathway through the senior school and on to tertiary study or employment.
GATEWAY PROGRAMME
A structured work experience programme called “Gateway” operates for Year 12 and Year 13 students.
Students need to be “work-ready” and have the necessary attitudes. Students complete a work placement
with an employer one day a week for around ten weeks, while they continue to study at school.
Key Points:
• Provides workplace learning related to the student’s career goals;
• A formal partnership is made between the school, employer and learner prior to starting the work
placement;
• The workplace learning is assessed and learners are able to gain Unit Standard NCEA credits;
• An individual learning plan is developed for each student detailing the qualifications and learning to be
achieved in the workplace;
• Assessment usually occurs in the workplace;
• Students develop a relationship with a local enterprise, as well as links with Industry Training
Organisations.
Students often benefit from the Gateway Programme by becoming more motivated and self-confident.
Students have reported that the workplace learning is easier because it is ‘real’.
In recent years we have had Gateway placements in businesses including: Animal Care, Building, Engineering,
Hairdressing, Equine, Agriculture, Sport and Recreation, Early Childhood Education, Automotive,
Horticulture, Construction, Tourism, Midwifery, Plumbing and Electrical.
In 2020 we will have placements available for 32 students in Year 12 and 13. Students will need to fill out a
Gateway Application Pack, complete relevant sections on the school’s career tool and successfully complete
an interview.
Please contact the Gateway Coordinator in the Careers Centre to apply. Applications close at the end of
Week 4 Term 1, 2020. Interviews will take place in Week 5 Term 1.
S.T.A.R. COURSES
Senior students can study part of a Unit Standards based Polytechnic course while still at school. Success in
one of these will give easier access to a full time course at polytechnic in the future. The courses would suit
students who find it difficult to find a stimulating full time programme at school. S.T.A.R. Courses are
outlined on the ‘S.T.A.R. Courses’ pages of this booklet. New courses may become available during the year.
These will be advertised via the Student Notices. Further details can be obtained by contacting the Careers
Centre.
If you want to book a place on any of the S.T.A.R. courses you need to do so before the end of this year
(2019).
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STAR COURSES 2020
• COURSE FEES ARE PAID BY THE SCHOOL. However, if student fail to attend without just cause they will be
billed for the full amount of the course.
• Students complete Unit Standard assessments that count towards NCEA Level 2 or above.
• Travel may be arranged by the School where a number of students are going on the same day, for the same
length of time. Students have to pay part of travel costs.
• Students must be committed to going every day if they decide to register.
TERM TIME COURSES (Year 12 and above)
• Baking and Pastry For Cafes
1 day / 5 weeks
• A Career in Nursing
2 days
• Flight Attending
2 days
• Tourism
• Police Preparation Course 2 days
• Intermediate First Aid 2 days
• Communication – Interview Techniques 1 to 2 days
• Forklift Truck Licence
2 days
Bookings for 2020 need to be made in 2019
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2020 FIRST AID COURSE
During the year students are offered the chance to complete an Intermediate First Aid course. The course is run in
school by Actions for Survival at the end of Term 2 or in the school holidays. Places are limited so book early!
HOLIDAY STAR COURSES
“Off-site”
1. Cut Above Academy: Hairdressing
Beauty Therapy
Barbering
2. Samala Robinson Make-up
Special Effects Make-up
3. South Seas Film & TV: Intro to Film & Television (Taster Course)
Intro to Animation
On-Screen Acting
4. NZ Radio Training School Radio Broadcasting
5. MAINZ: Live Sound
Audio Engineering
6. Taratahi Equine*
Agriculture
There are limited places on each course
*Not funded by the school
Please visit the Careers Centre or email careers@waiuku-college.school.nz before the end of 2019 to enrol for 2020
courses.
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Subject: BUSINESS STUDIES
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 28
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 English and Maths assessments/exam at Achieved level or
higher.
What Will You be Studying?
• Investigate aspects of human resource processes in a business
• Demonstrate understanding of consumer choices, using scarcity and/or demand
• Demonstrate understanding about production
• Demonstrate understanding of producer choices
• Cash management
• Process financial transactions
• Demonstrate an understanding of internal features of a small business
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• $40.00 approximately for a one day trip (optional but recommended).
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Business Studies
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 5
Primary Industries 19
Service Industries 20
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 17
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90837 External 4 Yes No
90841 Internal 3 Yes No
90977 Internal 5 No No
90982 Internal 4 Yes No
90983 External 4 Yes No
90984 Internal 5 Yes No
90985 External 3 Yes No
26Subject: CHINESE LANGUAGE
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 19
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have studied Chinese Language in Year 10.
What Will You be Studying?
• To understand and produce a variety of text types in Chinese
• Formal and informal Chinese language used in speech that communicates a personal response
• To understand a variety of spoken Chinese texts
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course fees.
What Further Study Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Chinese Language
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 9
Service Industries 15
Social & Community Services 5
Creative Industries 10
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90868 External 5 No No
90869 Internal 4 No No
90871 External 5 No No
90872 Internal 5 No No
27Subject: DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Periods per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 30
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass Yr10 Art assessments at an Achieved level or better.
What Will You be Studying?
• How to demonstrate understanding of art works from a Māori and another cultural context.
• How to use drawing methods and skills for recording information using wet and dry media.
• How to use drawing conventions to develop work in more than one field of practice.
• How to produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a
range of media.
• How to produce a finished work that demonstrates skill appropriate to cultural conventions.
• How to use adobe Creative Cloud.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• $50.00 Art Fees. Covers all materials and S.D. card required for the course.
• Optional cost for licence fee for Adobe Creative Cloud on personal computer.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Design, Photography
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 4
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 30
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90913 Internal 4 No No
90914 Internal 4 Yes No
90915 Internal 6 No No
90916 External 12 No No
90917 Internal 4 No No
28Subject: DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 25
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
Successful completion of Year 10 DVC course
What Will You be Studying?
• Produce freehand sketches that communicate design ideas
• Produce instrumental, multi-view orthographic drawings to communicate technical features of
design ideas
• Produce instrumental paraline drawings to communicate design ideas
• Use rendering techniques to communicate the form of design ideas
• Use the work of an influential designer to inform design ideas
• Undertake development of design ideas through Graphics practice
• Promote an organized body of design work to an audience using visual communication techniques
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• Course fee: $30 for DVC templates
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 DVC
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 22
Manufacturing & Technology 25
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 0
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 25
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
91063 External 3 No No
91064 External 3 No Yes
91065 External 3 No Yes
91066 Internal 3 No No
91067 Internal 3 No No
91068 Internal 6 No No
91069 Internal 4 Yes No
29Subject: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 18
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
Open entry, however It is recommended that you have taken Year 10 Digital Technology, or have an
interest in Digital Technology .
What Will You be Studying?
Typical work would be designing a 3D item e.g., an animated character or vehicle, Making the Digital 3D
item, then showing off the character in short animation. Programming a Robot to perform a specific task.
• How to produce a design – for a character, vehicle or game asset.
• How to plan and develop a digital outcome – 3D Modelling, texturing, animating
• Develop a digital media outcome – Video editing techniques
• How to construct a basic computer program – program a robot.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• Free
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
• Level 2 Digital Technology
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 9
Manufacturing & Technology 17
Primary Industries 13
Service Industries 9
Social & Community Services 13
Creative Industries 17
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
91878 Internal 3 No No
91884 Internal 6 No No
91880 Internal 4 No No
91883 Internal 4 No No
30Subject: DRAMA
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 25
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 Drama assessments at Achieved level or better.
What Will You be Studying?
• How to make up your own performance and perform it.
• How to perform in various styles of drama and theatre, as well as their social and historical context.
• How to interpret, and communicate about, the performing arts.
• How to interpret a script using voice, body, movement and space.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• Attending three professional performances. Cost $100.00.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Drama
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Creative Industries 25
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 0
Social & Community Services 0
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90997 Internal 5 Yes No
90999 Internal 4 Yes No
90009 Internal 5 Yes No
26690 Internal 3 No No
90006 Internal 4 Yes No
90011 External 4 Yes No
31Subject: ENGLISH 101
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 19
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 English assessments/exam with at Merit level or better. This
course is designed for students who have done well in English, especially with writing and taking
examinations.
What Will You be Studying?
• A novel or other written text
• Two or more short written texts (poetry/short stories)
• How to read and write about unfamiliar texts
• How to produce formal writing
• How to produce creative writing
• How to analyse film
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course costs.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 English 201
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 15
Creative Industries 19
Manufacturing & Technology 19
Primary Industries 19
Service Industries 19
Social & Community Services 15
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90849 External 4 Yes No
90850 External 4 Yes No
90851 External 4 Yes No
90053 Internal 3 Yes No
90052 Internal 3 Yes No
90856 Internal 3 Yes No
32Subject: ENGLISH 102
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 19
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 English assessments/exam at Achieved level or lower. This
course is designed for students who have struggled with English and need more time to complete internal
assessments. The standards in this course do NOT look at perfect writing and spelling skills.
What Will You be Studying?
• How to explain connections between texts.
• How to identify themes and film techniques in the study of film.
• How to research and offer your own opinions on an issue of your choice.
• How to closely read a scene from a film.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 English 202 or 201 depending on results
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 11
Manufacturing & Technology 15
Primary Industries 15
Service Industries 15
Social & Community Services 8
Creative Industries 15
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90856 Internal 3 Yes No
90852 Internal 4 Yes No
90853 Internal 4 Yes No
90850 External 4 Yes No
90851 External 4 Yes No
33Subject: ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Single, Double or Triple Option: SINGLE
Total Credits Available: 20
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you complete the Foundation English Language course before starting the NCEA
Level 1 course.
What Will You be Studying?
• How to introduce yourself and others and answer questions about yourself.
• How to write simple descriptions of everyday items and events.
• You will learn techniques for keeping a conversation going.
• How to write simple recounts of past events.
• How to read and understand both information and narrative texts.
• Listening to instructions and completing information.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course fees.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 English Language
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 0
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 0
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
27996 Internal 5 No No
30994 Internal 5 No No
31013 Internal 10 No No
34Subject: GEOGRAPHY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Single, Double or Triple Option: SINGLE
Total Credits Available: 25
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 Social Studies assessments/exam with at Achieved level or
better.
What Will You be Studying?
• How and why earthquakes have shaped New Zealand, Japan and Nepal.
• The Patterns, processes and impacts of Earthquakes around the world.
• How to apply geographic skills and concepts to a range of situations.
• The contemporary issue of Housing in New Zealand
• How to use Geographic Information Systems to map the potential threats of Auckland’s volcanic
field.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• Recommended but not compulsory one day fieldtrip to Mangere Mountain - $30.00 (approx)
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Geography and NCEA Level 2 Tourism
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 4
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 18
Service Industries 21
Social & Community Services 3
Creative Industries 17
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
91007 External 4 Yes No
91008 External 4 Yes No
91009 Internal 3 Yes No
91010 External 4 Yes No
91011 Internal 4 Yes Yes
91013 Internal 3 Yes No
91014 Internal 3 No No
35Subject: HISTORY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Single, Double or Triple Option: SINGLE
Total Credits Available: 20
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 Social Studies assessments/exam or your Ancient Civilization’s
topic test at Achieved level or better.
What Will You be Studying?
• A significant event in New Zealand’s history
• The struggle for Civil Rights in America 1955- 70 and New Zealand in the 1970s
• The Origins of the Second World War
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• $25 approximately- One day field trip to Auckland Museum (optional but recommended)
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 History
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 16
Social & Community Services 20
Creative Industry 20
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
91001 Internal 4 Yes No
91002 Internal 4 Yes No
91003 External 4 Yes No
91004 Internal 4 Yes No
91005 External 4 Yes No
36Subject: HOME ECONOMICS
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 23
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 food technology assessments/exam with at Achieved level or
better.
What Will You be Studying?
• How cultural practices influence eating patterns in New Zealand. How international foods have
become popular in NZ.
• Implementing basic procedures to process a specified product. Developing a decorated cake for a
specific purpose.
• Demonstrate knowledge of an individual’s nutritional needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of practices and strategies to address food handling issues.
• Demonstrate understanding of how packaging information influences an individual’s food choices
and well-being.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• $140 ($35 per term which covers all ingredient costs.)
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Catering and Hospitality
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction and Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 4
Primary Industries 18
Service Industries 23
Social & Community Services 19
Creative Industries 0
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90958 Internal 5 Yes No
91082 Internal 4 No No
90956 Internal 5 No No
90959 Internal 5 Yes No
90961 External 4 Yes No
37Subject: MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY (Woodwork/Metalwork)
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 25
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you complete the Yr10 Technology course
What Will You be Studying?
• Woodwork (Furniture design, drawing and construction)
• Engineering (Reading plans, marking out, lathe work, milling, welding, grinding)
• Workshop safety
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• Project costs $60 (additional cost may apply for the extension project)
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Engineering and/or furniture making/building course.
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 8
Manufacturing & Technology 17
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 0
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 0
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
US 22926 Internal 2 No No
AS 91059 Internal 4 No No
AS 91063 External 3 No No
AS 91046 Internal 6 No No
AS 91057 Internal 6 No No
AS 91048 External 4 Yes No
38Subject: MATHEMATICS 101
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 17
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
Successful completion of Year 10 Maths including the Bivariate Internal (91036)
What Will You be Studying?
• Algebra – skills related to simplifying and solving
• Graphs – linear, quadratic and basic exponential
• Linear Algebra – plotting points and writing equations
• Trigonometry – solving problems with right-angled triangles
• Probability – investigates a situation involving chance
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course fees
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Mathematics
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 14
Manufacturing & Technology 14
Primary Industries 17
Service Industries 17
Social & Community Services 7
Creative Industries 17
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
91027 External 4 No Yes
91028 External 4 No Yes
91029 Internal 3 No Yes
91032 Internal 3 No Yes
91038 Internal 3 Yes Yes
39Subject: MATHEMATICS 102
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 18
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
Successful completion of Year 10 Maths.
What Will You be Studying?
• Number – using fractions, percentages and rates
• Linear Algebra – plotting points and writing equations
• Measurement – perimeter, area, volume and capacity of basic shapes
• Trigonometry – solving problems with right-angled triangles
• Transformation Geometry – applying reflection, rotation and translation
• Probability – investigate a situation involving chance
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course fees.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• This subject enables students to gain NCEA Numeracy but it does not lead on to any Level 2
courses.
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 15
Manufacturing & Technology 15
Primary Industries 18
Service Industries 18
Social & Community Services 10
Creative Industries 18
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
91026 Internal 4 No Yes
91029 Internal 3 No Yes
91030 Internal 3 No Yes
91032 Internal 3 No Yes
91034 Internal 2 No Yes
91038 Internal 3 Yes Yes
40Subject: MUSIC
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 16 - 20
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass Yr10 Music assessments/exam with an Achieved level or better. Students
must be enrolled in itinerant instrument lessons throughout the year as part of the requirement to take
music.
What Will You be Studying?
• How to perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist.
• How to demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group.
• How to compose two original pieces of music.
• How to demonstrate aural and theoretical skills through transcription.
• How to demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• Optional $20.00 to purchase a set of headphones (student can provide their own). $25.00 for
Itinerant Music Lessons.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Music
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 0
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 24
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
91090 Internal 6 No No
91091 Internal 4 No No
91092 Internal 6 No No
91094* External 4 Yes No
*Optional, but required if student is seeking to gain a course endorsement.
41Subject: PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 17
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you display a high level of participation and effort in both year 9 and 10 Physical
Education.
What Will You be Studying?
• How our bodies function to create movement (Anatomy, Biomechanics).
• What factors affect participation in physical activity.
• Developing physical skills in Volleyball.
• Demonstrating interpersonal skills in a team environment.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course fees
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Physical Education
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 9
Service Industries 17
Social & Community Services 17
Creative Industry 17
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90962 Internal 5 No No
90963 Internal 5 Yes No
90964 Internal 3 No No
90966 Internal 4 Yes No
42Subject: PRIMARY INDUSTRIES TRADE ACADEMY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 40
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 Science assessments/exam at Achieved level or better.
What Will You be Studying?
• Career paths in the Primary industry, mainly Horticulture and Agriculture
• Health and safety for rural employment
• General garden maintenance, tool use and plant propagation
• Tree propagation and farm plantings
• Introduction to the dairy industry including farm visits
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• No cost. However, farm clothing to be worn on field trips, steel cap boots and raincoats.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Primary Industries
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 40
Service Industries 0
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 0
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
26969 Internal 3 No No
1 Internal 5 No No
19136 Internal 2 No No
19137 Internal 2 No No
23780 Internal 5 No No
23782 Internal 2 No No
23783 Internal 5 No No
19138 Internal 4 No No
19143 Internal 3 No Yes
19145 Internal 4 No No
22997 Internal 5 No No
43Subject: SCHOOL SERVICES ACADEMY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 2
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 19 at L2 and 1 at L1
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you completed the Yr10 School Services Academy course.
What Will You be Studying?
• Selected corps in the NZ Defence Force • Aviation terminology
• Risk management • Principles of flight
• Radio telephone networks • How to complete a form
• Principles of leadership • Communication using two way radios
• Small outboard engines • Rock climbing and rock movement
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• $150.00 (TBC) for multiday camp (optional but recommended)
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• Level 2 School Services Academy
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 5
Social & Community Services 7
Creative Industries 0
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
24110 Internal 2 No No
24101 Internal 2 No No
24103 Internal 2 No No
24100 Internal 2 No No
21834 Internal 2 No No
24109 Internal 2 No No
24104 Internal 2 No No
3483 Internal 2 No No
4573 Internal 2 No No
20210 (L1) Internal 1 No No
444 Internal 2 No No
44Subject: SCIENCE 101
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 20
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 Science assessments/exam with at Achieved level or better.
What Will You be Studying?
• Biological ideas relating to micro organisms
• Investigate how agricultural and horticultural practices impact on the environment
• Different types of chemical reactions
• Carry out a practical chemistry investigation into the rates of chemical reactions.
• Forces, speed, acceleration and momentum in moving bodies
How Much Does the Course Cost?
There are no course fees
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Pathway Credits Available
Construction & infrastructure 12
Manufacture & technology 16
Primary Industries 20
Service Industries 4
Social & Community services 8
Creative Industries 0
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90927 External 4 Yes No
90160 Internal 3 Yes No
90934 External 4 No No
90930 Internal 4 No Yes
90940 External 4 No Yes
45Subject: SCIENCE 102
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 24
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 Science assessments/exam at Achieved level.
What Will You be Studying?
• Investigate biological ideas relating to interactions between humans and micro-organisms
• Demonstrate knowledge of the impact on the environment of primary production management practices
• Investigate selected chemical reactions
• Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction
• Investigate implications of electricity and magnetism for everyday life
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course fees
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Biology, Physics and Physics
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 4
Manufacturing & Technology 8
Primary Industries 24
Service Industries 12
Social & Community Services 8
Creativity 24
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90950 Internal 3 No No
90160 Internal 3 Yes No
90941 Internal 3 No Yes
90947 Internal 4 No No
90930 Internal 4 No Yes
46Subject: SPANISH
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 24
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is essential that you have completed Year 10 Spanish.
What Will You be Studying?
• How to communicate in Spanish about a wide range of topics of immediate relevance, for example
school, your home, New Zealand, holidays, hobbies, etc.
• You will further develop your listening and reading skills
• You will further develop your knowledge of the Hispanic way of life
How Much Does the Course Cost?
No course fees
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Spanish
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Creative Industries 5
Service Industries 5
Social & Community Services 5
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90908 External 5 No No
90909 Internal 4 No No
90910 Internal 5 No No
90911 External 5 No No
90912 Internal 5 No No
47Subject: TE REO MAORI
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 30
Can I gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject? Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr10 Te Reo Maori course assessment/exam with at Achieved level
or better.
What Will You be Studying?
• Whakarongo kia mohio ki te reo o tona ao
• Korero kia whakamahi I te reo o tona ao
• Panui kia mohio ki te reo o tona ao
• Tuhi I te reo o tona ao
• Waihanga tuhinga I te reo o tona ao
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• There are no course fees
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Te Reo Maori
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 30
Service Industries 30
Social & Community Services 30
Creative Industries 30
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ Credit NCEA NCEA
Number External Value Literacy Numeracy
91085 Internal 6 Yes No
90186 Internal 6 Yes No
91087 External 6 Yes No
91088 External 6 Yes No
91089 Internal 6 Yes No
48Subject: VISUAL ART
Level: NCEA LEVEL 1
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 30
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass Yr10 Art assessments/exam with at Achieved level or better.
What Will You be Studying?
• How to demonstrate understanding of art works from a Māori and another cultural context.
• How to use drawing methods and skills for recording information using wet and dry media.
• How to use drawing conventions to develop work in more than one field of practice.
• How to produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops ideas, using a
range of media.
• How to produce a finished work that demonstrates skill appropriate to cultural conventions
How Much Does the Course Cost?
• $110.00 Art Fee includes all materials and student art pack required to complete the course
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
• NCEA Level 2 Painting, Design, Photography
Which Vocational Pathways Does This Course Contribute To?
Vocational Pathway Credits Available
Construction & Infrastructure 0
Manufacturing & Technology 0
Primary Industries 0
Service Industries 4
Social & Community Services 0
Creative Industries 30
NCEA Assessment Details
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value
Number External Literacy Numeracy
90913 Internal 4 No No
90914 Internal 4 Yes No
90915 Internal 6 No No
90916 External 12 No No
90917 Internal 4 No No
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