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WAIUKU COLLEGE
SENIOR SUBJECT
INFORMATION
NCEA LEVEL 3
2018
SENIOR SUBJECT OVERVIEW 2018
NCEA Level 1 NCEA Level 2 NCEA Level 3 Teacher/HoD
English/English Advanced English/English Advanced English Advanced UEAS Mrs Sanson
Media Studies Media Studies UEAS Ms Thomson
Te Reo Maori Te Reo Maori Te Reo Maori UEAS Mrs Jakeman
Japanese Japanese Japanese UEAS Ms Linnen
Spanish Spanish Spanish UEAS Mrs Glen
English Language (For non-English speakers) English Language (For non-English speakers) English Language (For non-English speakers) Ms Kwan
English for Academic Purposes Part 1 English for Academic Purposes Part 2 Ms Kwan
Business Studies Business Studies Business Studies UEAS Mrs Cannell
Geography Geography Geography UEAS Miss Corcoran
History History History UEAS Mr Donald
Tourism Tourism Mr Donald
Drama Drama Drama UEAS
Ms Davison
Performing Arts Technology Performing Arts Technology
Up to 2 from:
Either Visual Arts OR Design & Photography Visual Arts (4 or 8 lessons per week) 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
Automotive Engineering Mr Raj
Materials Technology (Woodwork/Metalwork) Materials Technology (Woodwork/Metalwork) Mr Narayan
Digital Technology (Computing) Digital Technology (Computing) Digital Technology (Computing) UEAS Mr Flynn
Building and Construction Building and Construction Mr Narayan
Home Economics Hospitality & Catering Hospitality & Catering Mrs Drummond
Biology Biology UEAS Ms Couper
Chemistry Chemistry UEAS Mr North
Science/Science Advanced
Physics Physics UEAS Mr Johnson
Earth and Space Science Mrs Whitehead
Primary Industries Academy (8 lessons per week) Primary Industries Ms Patterson
Mathematics & Statistics
Mathematics & Statistics/
Mathematics & Statistics - Calculus UEAS Mrs Everitt
Mathematics & Statistics Advanced Mathematics & Statistics Advanced
Mathematics & Statistics - Statistics UEAS
Physical Education Physical Education UEAS
Physical Education
Sport Studies Sport Studies Mr Hammersley
Health UEAS
Gateway/STAR Courses Gateway/STAR Courses Careers Centre
Leadership Services Academy (8 lessons per
Junior Services Academy Senior Services Academy (8 lessons per week) Mr Te Hira
week)
All subjects are 4 lessons per week unless otherwise stated UEAS = University Entrance Approved Subject
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 a 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 on the centre pages 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 and go to www.careers.govt.nz
Important Dates
Monday 24th July – Students issued with Senior Course Information Booklets
Thursday 28th July – Option Information Evening
Tuesday 1st August – Academic Counselling Interviews
Friday 11th August – Deadline for all subject choices to be entered on MUSAC Edge
The school reserves the right to cancel or change courses.
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 at Polytechnic Polytechnic or do teacher
or some other training training
So I must keep my As a?: The training will possibly be The degree will
course as general as in: possibly be in:
possible ______________________ ___________________
______________________ ___________________
______________________ ___________________
For this I will need at Level 3: For this I will need Level 3 NCEA in:
1. ___________________________ 1. ___________________________
2. ___________________________ 2. ___________________________
3 ___________________________ 3 ___________________________
4. ___________________________ 4. ___________________________
5. ___________________________ 5. ___________________________
5 x 4 = 20 lessons per week 5 x 4 = 20 lessons per week
So, at Level 2 I need: So, at Level 2 I need:
1. English 1. English
2. ___________________________ 2. ___________________________
3. ___________________________ 3. ___________________________
4. ___________________________ Have you 4. ___________________________
5. ___________________________ checked 5. ___________________________
6. ___________________________ Degree/Diploma 6. ___________________________
Certificate
6 x 4 = 24 lessons per week 6 x 4 = 24 lessons per week
requirements?
So, at Level 1 I need: So, at Level 1 I need:
1. English 1. English
2. Mathematics 2. Mathematics
3 A Science or Geography 3 A Science or Geography
4. ___________________________ 4. ___________________________
5. ___________________________ 5. ___________________________
6. ___________________________ 6. ___________________________
6 x 4 = 24 lessons per week 6 x 4 = 24 lessons per week
SENIOR SUBJECT GUIDELINES 2018
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 academic students in Year 13, 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.
SENIOR COURSE STRUCTURE
Year 11 students MUST take English, Maths and a science subject, plus three options. (The science subjects
are Science, Science Advanced, Primary Industries Trade Academy and Geography. Students can take
Science as their ‘science subject’ and Geography as one of their options). Students in Year 11 have 24 lessons
per week.
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). Students in
Year 12 have 24 lessons per week.
Year 13 students are strongly advised to study English, or a subject with a major English language component
(eg. History, Media Studies, Art History 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 proposed tertiary study, or
employment. Students may take a sixth subject at the discretion of the Year 13 Dean. Students in Year 13
have 20 lessons and four study periods per week.
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 - Miss Potts
Year 11 - Mrs Hughes
Year 12 - Mrs Hamilton
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 are a new award that highlight a student’s learning, achievement and skills in relation to a particular industry. 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 course 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/
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 2018 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, 2018. 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
(2017).
STAR COURSES 2018
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
Bookings for 2018 need to be made in 2017
2018 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 2017 to enrol for 2018
courses.Subject: ART HISTORY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 20-36
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken Level 2 English as the achievement standards require a lot of
reading and writing..
What Will You be Studying?
How to demonstrate understanding of style in Art works.
How to examine how meanings are communicated though art works.
How to examine the relationships between art and context.
How to examine the impact of media and processes on art.
How to construct an argument based on interpretation of research in art history.
How to examine the different values placed on art works.
How to examine the relationships between a theory and art works.
How to analyse texts about art.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Level 3 - $20.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91482 External 4 Yes No R&W
91483 External 4 Yes No R&W
91484 External 4 Yes No R &W
91485 Internal 4 Yes Yes R
91486 Internal 4 Yes No R
91487 Internal 4 Yes No R
91488 Internal 4 Yes No R
91489 Internal 4 Yes No RSubject: BIOLOGY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 18
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken Level 1 Science Advanced and Level 2 Biology.
What Will You be Studying?
How plants and animals respond to changes in their external environment (behaviour)
How humans maintain a stable blood sugar levels (homeostasis)
Developing an informed opinion about a socioscientific issue
How evolutionary processes have led to human biological and cultural development
The implications of selective breeding and genetic engineering
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Level 3 SciPad workbook - $20.00
Proposed trip to Auckland Zoo – cost to be confirmed
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA or BSc courses, Health Science and Veterinary Science courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91603 External 5 Yes No R&W
91604 Internal 3 Yes No R
91062 Internal 3 Yes No R&W
91606 External 4 Yes No R&W
91067 Internal 3 Yes No RSubject: BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 20
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): No
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have completed the Level 2 Furniture course
What Will You be Studying?
Understanding building plans
Timber frame construction
Use of woodworking machinery
Use and care of hand tools
Team work to build a small building project, shed/sleep out
How Much Does the Course Cost?
This course is STAR funded – there is no cost to students.
Appropriate strong, closed-toe footwear suitable for a workshop environment
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
Direct entry to BCITO apprenticeship
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
12998 Internal 4 No No -
13000 Internal 4 No No -
12999 Internal 3 No No -
24378 Internal 4 No No -
13002 Internal 2 No No -
12997 Internal 3 No No -Subject: BUSINESS STUDIES
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 22
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Business Studies or achieved Excellence
levels in Maths and English.
What Will You be Studying?
Demonstrate understanding of how internal factors interact within a business that operates in a
global context.
Develop a marketing plan for a new or existing product.
Analyse a human resource issue affecting business.
Carry out with consultation, an innovative, sustainable business activity.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Young Enterprise Registration - $50.00
Young Enterprise Fieldtrips - $50.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
Tertiary Commerce and Management Degrees and Diplomas
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91379 External 4 Yes No R&W
91382 Internal 6 Yes No R
91383 Internal 3 Yes No R
91384 Internal 9 Yes No RSubject: CHEMISTRY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 23
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 Science Advanced and Level 2 Chemistry.
What Will You be Studying?
Spectroscopic data and using it to identify organic chemicals
How gold is extracted and the impact of industrial processes on the environment
How particles are attracted to each other and form different shapes
Further investigations into organic chemistry and groups of organic molecules
Investigating aspects of chemical reactions occurring with the transfer of electrons
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Level 3 workbook - $12.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA or BSc courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91388 Internal 3 No No -
91389 Internal 3 Yes No R&W
91390 External 5 Yes No -
91391 External 5 Yes No -
91393 Internal 3 Yes No -Subject: DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 28
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
L2 DVC and passed with over 18 credits (at least 6 externals and over 12 internals)
What Will You be Studying?
Initiate design ideas through exploration
Develop a visual presentation that exhibits a design outcome to an audience
Resolve a spatial design through graphics practice
Resolve a product design through graphics practice
Produce working drawings to communicate production details of a complex design
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Course fee $30
Own stationery requirements
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
Tertiary courses in Architecture, Design
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91627 External 4 No No -
91628 Internal 6 No No -
91629 Internal 6 No No -
91630 Internal 6 No No -
91631 External 6 No No -Subject: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 18
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Digital Technology.
What Will You be Studying?
How to develop a digital technology conceptual design considering fitness for purpose.
How to develop a digital technology prototype considering fitness for purpose.
How to develop a complex computer program for a specific task.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Level 3 printing costs - $30.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA or BSc courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91610 Internal 6 No No -
91611 Internal 6 No No -
91637 Internal 6 No No -Subject: DRAMA
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 29
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Drama.
What Will You be Studying?
How to interpret a script and perform it using Voice, Body, Movement and Space
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 theatre theorists and practitioners have contributed to theatre theory and practice
How to prepare and perform a role in a substantial scripted production
How to interpret, and communicate about, the performing arts
*An option to learn how to write a script for performance, and how to direct a live performance.
Also, there is the option to learn how to design and apply Performing Arts Technology skills such as
lighting, sound, costume, makeup, and set construction. These also contribute to the Creative
Industries Vocational Pathway.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Three performances - $100.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA or BCom or Performing Arts diplomas
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91512 Internal 4 Yes No R
91513 Internal 5 Yes No
91515 Internal 4 Yes No R
91516 Internal 4 Yes No R
91517 Internal 4 Yes No R
*91519 Internal 4 Yes No W
*91520 Internal 5 Yes No R
91514 External 4 Yes No W/R
91518 External 4 Yes No WSubject: ENGLISH ADVANCED
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 22 -29 (7 credits are optional)
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have achieved a minimum of 14 credits from 12 English Advanced, including
some credits at Merit or Excellence level.
What Will You be Studying?
How to make connections across a range of short and extended texts
How to produce a selection of fluent, coherent writing
How to respond critically to a studied visual text (film)
How to respond critically to a studied written text (extended and/or short text)
How to prepare and deliver an oral presentation (optional standard)
How to respond critically to unfamiliar texts
How Much Does the Course Cost?
There are no extra costs involved in this course.
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University study in Arts, Science or Business degree courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
* 91472 External 4 Yes No R&W
*91474 External 4 Yes No R&W
*91473 External 4 Yes No W
91478 Internal 4 Yes No -
91479 Internal 4 Yes No R
**91476 Internal 3 Yes No -
91475 Internal 6 Yes No W
*Students may choose to withdraw from one external standard.
** 91476 Students may withdraw from this standard if they do not wish to deliver an oral presentation.Subject: GEOGRAPHY
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 23
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Geography.
What Will You be Studying?
How interacting natural processes have shaped the Tongariro Volcanic Centre
How tourism development has shaped Rotorua
How the pattern of tourism developed around the world has changed over time
How to apply geographic skills and concepts to a range of situations
How altitude affects vegetation patterns on Mt Ruapehu
How different groups of people have responded to a current geographic issues such as Human
trafficking.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Four day field Trip to Tongariro National Park - $300.00 (approximately)
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA or BSc courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91426 External 4 Yes No R&W
91427 External 4 Yes No R&W
91429 External 4 Yes No R
91430 Internal 5 Yes Yes -
91431 Internal 3 Yes No R
91432 Internal 3 Yes No -Subject: HEALTH
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 20
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes.
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken subjects that have a strong literacy component to them and have
an interested in human health, its behaviour and the impact on society.
What Will You be Studying?
During this course students will analyse a health issue that is current in New Zealand's society e.g.
Childhood Poverty as well as analysing a current international health issue e.g. HIV in Sub-Sahara
Africa. Students will research and evaluate a range of health practices currently used in New Zealand
to treat health conditions of interest to them e.g. Cancer. They will also examine the different models
of health promotion and their implications for well-being as well as examining the many
contemporary ethical Issues that face our society e.g. euthanasia or assistive reproductive therapy.
The Level 3 Health Education course is closely linked to courses in Psychology and Sociology.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Nil
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads on To?
Tertiary Study in the Health Sector E.g. Health Science, Health Promotion, Public Health, Occupational
Therapy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences.
Tertiary Study in Sociology and Psychology.
Tertiary Study in Social Work and Education.
Working in the health sector to provide medical services and health care for people that may be injured,
disabled or suffering from disease. They also educate people about how to prevent sickness and look
after their own physical and emotional wellbeing. Health educated people find jobs in health facilities
such as hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, schools, sporting organisations
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91465 External 5 Yes No R/W
91464 Internal 4 Yes No R
91463 Internal 5 Yes No R
91462 External 5 Yes No R/W
91461 Internal 5 Yes No RSubject: HISTORY
NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 25
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 History.
What Will You be Studying?
Research of a major event affecting New Zealand
Analysing a major event affecting New Zealand
Differing perspectives of strategic bombing during World War 2
Causes and Consequences of the British Civil War or the American Revolution
Resource analysis of an event of significance to New Zealanders
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Two night fieldtrip to the Bay of Islands – approximately $200.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA in History, Law, Journalism and a variety of other courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91434 Internal 5 Yes No R&W
91435 Internal 5 Yes No R&W
91436 External 4 Yes No R&W
91437 Internal 5 Yes No R
91438 External 6 Yes Yes R&WSubject: HOSPITALITY & CATERING
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 23
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): No
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Food related subjects.
What Will You be Studying?
Knowledge of basic nutrition in commercial catering.
Preparing and presenting espresso beverages for service.
Art of coffee Making.
Demonstrate knowledge of a large variety of food commodities.
Analyse the influences of food advertising on well-being.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
$140 ($35 per term for the cost of ingredients for practical lessons)
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
Careers in the hospitality industry.
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
13343 Internal 4 No No -
17285 Internal 4 No No -
17284 Internal 3 No No -
18497 Internal 8 No No -
91471 External 4 Yes No R/WSubject: JAPANESE
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 24
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass 91133 or 91136, 91134 or 91135, 91137
What Will You be Studying?
Increased competence in Japanese through reading, writing, speaking and listening
How to use cultural knowledge to communicate appropriately
How to use more kanji
These will be learnt through the study of various topics: Geography, Tourism, Work and Famous
People.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Course workbook and Language Perfect website registration $30.00
Class trip for assessment – approximately $30.00
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
University or Polytech degree and diploma courses.
Combined degrees in Business and Language, Science and Language, Law and Language etc.
Leads to careers in Tourism, Travel, Hospitality, Industry, Marketing, Business, Education,
International Trade and Foreign Affairs.
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91553 External 5 No No -
91554 Internal 3 No No -
91555 Internal 6 No No -
91556 External 5 No No -
91557 Internal 5 No No -Subject: MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS CALCULUS
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 21
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
Successful completion of Level 2 Mathematics including algebra
What Will You be Studying?
Trigonometry – expressions and equations
Complex numbers – manipulate and use complex numbers
Differentiation – choose and apply a variety of techniques
Integration – apply a variety of integration and anti-differentiation techniques
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Graphics calculator to be purchased with stationery – cost varies
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
Most tertiary study, in particular, engineering
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91575 Internal 4 No Yes -
91577 External 5 No Yes -
91578 External 6 No Yes -
91579 External 6 No Yes -Subject: MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS STATISTICS
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 19
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
Successful completion of Level 2 Mathematics including one external
What Will You be Studying?
Linear Programming – finding maximums and minimums in feasible regions
Bivariate – use software for statistical data analysis involving bivariate data
Inference – use software for statistical data analysis to make an inference
Probability – Venn diagrams, probability trees and contingency tables
Probability distributions – normal, binomial, Poisson, triangular and uniform
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Graphics calculator to be purchased with stationery – cost varies
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
Most tertiary study
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91574 Internal 3 No Yes -
91581 Internal 4 Yes Yes -
91582 Internal 4 Yes Yes -
91585 External 4 No Yes -
91586 External 4 No Yes -Subject: MEDIA STUDIES
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 20
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken level 2 Media Studies
What Will You be Studying?
How elements work together to create meaning in a media text
How different genres have characteristics to engage and influence audiences
How media and society are intertwined
How to plan, write and produce visual material suitable for public viewing
NB: this course contains mature content
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Large capacity USB stick, folder for film plan– cost varies
Photocopying including printing card – cost varies
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA or Industry courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91491 Internal 3 Yes No -
91493 External 4 Yes No R&W
91494 Internal 4 Yes No -
91495 Internal 6 Yes No -
91497 Internal 3 Yes No WSubject: MUSIC
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 54
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass Level 2 Music at an Achieved level or better.
What Will You be Studying?
How to perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist and member of a group ensemble.
How to compose three original pieces of music.
How to demonstrate aural and theoretical skills through written representation.
How to demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores.
How to analyse and examine the influence of context on a substantial music work.
How to create two arrangements for an ensemble.
How to research a music topic.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Theory and listening activity worksheets - $10.00
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
University BMUS
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91416 Internal 8 No No -
91417 Internal 4 No No -
91418 Internal 4 No No -
91419 Internal 8 No No -
91420 External 4 No No -
91421 External 4 No No -
91422 External 4 Yes No -
91423 Internal 4 Yes No -
91424 Internal 4 No No -
91425 Internal 6 Yes No RSubject: PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 18
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Physical Education.
What Will You be Studying?
How to develop and implement a Safety Action Plan for an outdoor activity, e.g. a tramp
How to analyse a physical skill performed by yourself or someone else
How to evaluate a programme designed to improve someone’s physical performance
How to perform a physical activity at a high level in a particular situation
Examining a current sporting of physical activity issue that affects New Zealand society
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Entry fee and transport cost for the annual Sand to Mud run – to be confirmed
L3 PE workbook - $35.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
A range of university and tertiary courses.
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91498 Internal 3 Yes Yes -
91499 Internal 3 Yes No -
91500 Internal 4 Yes Yes -
91501 Internal 4 No Yes -
91502 Internal 4 Yes No RSubject: PHYSICS
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 23
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken NCEA Level 2 Physics and Mathematics
What Will You be Studying?
How to use the scientific method, by designing and carrying out experiments to solve Physics
problems to a selected context.
How to carry out a practical investigation that leads to a non-linear relationship
Classical Mechanics which including translational, rotational and simple harmonic motion
Waves including the Doppler Effect, standing waves in musical instrument and interference
patterns
Electrical Systems including Kirchoff’s Laws, capacitors, inductors and alternating current
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Level 3 Physics workbook - $25.00
Revision Guides/Study Packs - $20
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University and tertiary course
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91521 Internal 4 Yes No -
91522 Internal 3 Yes No -
91523 External 4 Yes No -
91524 External 6 Yes No -
91526 External 6 Yes No -Subject: SCHOOL SERVICES ACADEMY (LEADERSHIP) Level: NCEA LEVEL 3 and 4 Number of lessons per week: 8 during Terms 1 and 2. Please note this is a half year course. Total Credits Available: 52 Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): No Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No Recommended Prior Learning: It is recommended that you have an interest in a career with one of the uniformed services, e.g. Defence Force, Police, Corrections, Customs Service. What Will You be Studying? The course is currently being revised and details of what students will be studying is still to be confirmed. How Much Does the Course Cost? To Be Confirmed What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To? Career pathways in the uniformed services. NCEA Assessment Details Students who successfully complete the course will be eligible for the New Zealand Certificate in Business Level 3.
Subject: SPANISH
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 24
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is essential that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Spanish.
What Will You be Studying?
How to interact clearly in Spanish in a variety of situations expressing and justifying your opinions
and ideas
How to write a variety of texts types exploring and justifying ideas
Your will discuss environmental issues, new technologies, the importance of Spanish in the world,
Spanish customs, traditions and stereotypes 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?
Level 3 Language Perfect subscription and workbook - $30.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA or BSc courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91568 External 5 No No No
91569 Internal 3 No No No
91570 Internal 6 No No No
91571 External 5 No No No
91572 Internal 5 No No NoSubject: SPORTS LEADERSHIP
Level: NCEA Level 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 29
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): No
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken Level 2 Sport & Outdoor Education.
What Will You be Studying?
How to be an effective coach.
How to be a professional referee/official.
How to be a fitness instructor at the gym.
How to plan, implement and review an event.
How to improve your level of performance in a range of team and individual sports.
Note: Students who achieve 20 credits or more of the Unit Standards available in this course, will
be awarded an MIT Certificate of Achievement in Sports Studies (Level Three). This does not include
the AS91501.
If taking PE & Sports Leadership, you will qualify for the AS91501 4 credits in one subject only (The
highest grade will dictate which).
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Course Fee - $75.00 (This covers Resource Material, Instructor Fees, Gym Subscriptions, and a Tournament Resource Fee.
Please Note: There will also be an excursion to the ‘MIT Event Day’ prior to the Event Planning Module in Term Three at an extra
charge (Approx. Cost $30).
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
This course has been designed as a stepping stone for future study in the Sport and Recreation
field.
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
22771 Internal 4 No No -
22768 Internal 6 No No -
26224 Internal 3 No No -
7021 Internal 8 No No -
21414 Internal 4 No No -
91501 Internal 4 No No -Subject: TE REO MAORI
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 28
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject? Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you pass your Yr12 Te Reo Maori course assessment/exam at Achieved level or
better.
What Will You be Studying?
Whakarongo I te reo o te ao whanui
Korero I te reo o te ao whanui
Panui kia whai maramatanga I te reo o te ao whanui
Tuhituhi I te reo Maori o te ao whanui
Waihaunga tuhinga whai take I te reo Maori o te ao whanui
How Much Does the Course Cost?
There are no course fees.
What Does This Subject Lead On To?
University degree and tertiary courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard NCEA NCEA
Internal/External Credit Value (R) and/or
Number Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91650 Internal 4 Yes No -
91651 Internal 6 Yes No -
91652 External 6 Yes No R
91653 External 6 Yes No W
91654 Internal 6 Yes No WSubject: TOURISM
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 20
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): No
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken Geography or Tourism at Level 1 or 2.
What Will You be Studying?
The Pacific Islands as a tourist destination.
History of Natural attractions in Maori Tourism
Promoting New Zealand as a tourist destination.
Analyse the economic significance of tourism.
Evaluate the demands of specific roles in Tourism.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
Course workbooks - $40.00. Students may choose to do additional units at extra cost.
Two day field Trip to Rotorua - $300.00 (approximately)
Fieldtrip to Auckland International Airport - $15.00
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
Schools of Travel and Tourism
Tourism Industry
NCEA Assessment Details
Unit U.E. Reading
Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Standard Credit Value (R) and/or
External Literacy Numeracy
Number Writing (W)
3727 Internal 5 No No -
17788 Internal 5 No No -
24725 Internal 4 No No -
17384 Internal 3 No No -
23755 Internal 3 No No -Subject: VISUAL ARTS
Level: NCEA LEVEL 3
Number of Lessons per Week: 4 or 8
Total Credits Available: 30 (Single Option) 56 (Double Option)
Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes
Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes
Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Art subjects.
What Will You be Studying?
N.B. Students can choose to focus on one or more art disciplines, i.e. design, painting, photography,
print making, sculpture.
How to analyse methods and ideas from one or more visual arts disciplines, i.e. design, painting,
photography, sculpture.
How to use drawing to demonstrate understanding of conventions appropriate to one or more art
disciplines, i.e. design, painting, photography, print making, sculpture.
How to systematically clarify ideas using drawing informed by established practices in one or more
art disciplines, i.e. design, painting, photography, print making, sculpture.
How to produce a systematic body of work that integrates conventions and regenerates ideas from
one or more art disciplines, i.e. design, painting, photography, print making, sculpture.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
$68-00 for licence to have Adobe Photoshop on own computer.
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
University BA courses
NCEA Assessment Details
U.E. Reading
Standard Internal/ NCEA NCEA
Credit Value (R) and/or
Number External Literacy Numeracy
Writing (W)
91440/1/2/3/4 Internal 4 Yes No -
91445/6/7/8/9 Internal 4 No No -
91450/1/2/3/4 Internal 4 No No -
91455/6/7/8/9 External 14 No No -
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