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WAIUKU COLLEGE
 SENIOR COURSE
  INFORMATION

 NCEA LEVEL 3

     2021
WAIUKU COLLEGE NCEA LEVEL 3 2021 - SENIOR COURSE INFORMATION
Contents
Senior Options Overview                                     3
Introduction                                                4
How to Enter Your Subject Choices on MUSAC Edge             5
Planning Sheet                                              6
Senior Options Guidelines 2021                              7
Work Experience & Tertiary Study Opportunities              9
STAR Courses                                                10
Vocational Pathways                                         11
Where To? Guides                                            12
Art History                                                 27
Biology                                                     28
Building & Construction                                     29
Business Studies                                            30
Chemistry                                                   31
Chinese                                                     32
Design & Visual Communication (DVC)                         33
Digital Technology                                          34
Drama                                                       35
English 301                                                 36
English 302                                                 37
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)                         38
English Language                                            39
Geography                                                   40
Health                                                      41
History                                                     42
Hospitality & Catering                                      43
Mathematics – Calculus                                      44
Mathematics – Spanish                                       45
Music                                                       46
Performing Arts Technology                                  47
Physical Education                                          48
Physics                                                     49
Product Design/Engineering & Sustainability                 50
School Services Academy – Introduction to Team Leadership   51
Spanish                                                     52
Sports Studies – Leadership                                 53
Te Reo Māori                                                54
Tourism                                                     55
Visual Arts                                                 56

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SENIOR OPTIONS OVERVIEW 2021

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
Te Reo Maori                                                  Te Reo Maori                                      Te Reo Maori                               UEAS
                                                                                                                                                                            Ms Jakeman
Te Aoo Maaori*                                                Te Aoo Maori (TBC 2022 onwards)                   Te Aoo Maaori (TBC 2023 onwards)           UEAS
Chinese                                                       Chinese                                           Chinese                                    UEAS             Ms Kwan
Spanish                                                       Spanish                                           Spanish                                    UEAS             Mrs Glen
                                                              English for Academic Purposes                     English for Academic Purposes
                                                                                                                                                                            Ms Kwan
English Language (English as a Second Language)               English Language (English as a Second Language)   English Language (English as a Second Language)
Business Studies                                              Business Studies                                  Business Studies                           UEAS             Mr Nelson
History*                                                      History                                           History                                    UEAS             Ms Hughes
Geography                                                     Geography                                         Geography                                  UEAS
                                                                                                                                                                            Miss Corcoran
                                                              Tourism                                           Tourism
Drama                                                         Drama                                             Drama                                      UEAS
                                                                                                                                                                             Ms Davison
Performing Arts Technology                                    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
                                                                                                                Art History                                   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          Mr Buksh
                                                              Chemistry                                         Chemistry                                     UEAS          Mr North
Science 101 & 102
                                                              Physics                                           Physics                                       UEAS          Mr Johnson
                                                              Science                                                                                                       Mr North
Primary Industries Academy                                    Primary Industries                                                                                            Ms Patterson
                                                                                                                Mathematics - Calculus                        UEAS
Mathematics 101                                               Mathematics 201
                                                                                                                                                                            Mrs Everitt
                                                                                                                Mathematics - Statistics                      UEAS
Mathematics 102                                               Mathematics 202
                                                              Physical Education                                Physical Education                            UEAS
Physical Education                                            Sport Studies                                     Sport Studies
                                                                                                                                                                            Mr Hainsworth
                                                              Health                                            Health                                        UEAS
                                                              Early Childhood Education
Junior School Services Academy                                Senior School Services Academy                    Team Leadership SSA                                         Mr Hepi
*Students can study either Te Aoo Maaori or History but not both.                                                                                      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

                         The school reserves the right to cancel or change courses.

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How to Enter Your Subject Choices on MUSAC Edge

STEP 1

   •     Go to https://student.musac.school.nz
STEP 2

   •     Login using your @my.waiuku-college.school.nz email address and password.
   •     If you have forgotten your password, enter your school email address and then click on ‘Forgot
         Password?’. Go to your school email. Look for an email called ‘MUSAC Edge Forgotten Password
         Request’. Follow the instructions in the email to reset your password.
STEP 3

   •     When you have logged into MUSAC Edge click on the ‘My Summary’ tab.
   •     Then click on the ‘Options’ tab.
   •     Make sure that you are looking at the options for 2021. If necessary, click on the ‘NEXT YEAR’ link at
         the top righthand side of the page.
   •     You will see a list of the courses on offer next year.
   •     To read a short description of each course click on the ‘Info’ link.
   •     To select a course, tick the box on the left-hand side.
   •     If you want to select a course from a different level use the ‘Show courses for’ drop-down menu at
         the top of the page.
   •     When you have finished selecting your courses scroll to the bottom of the page and click on ‘Save’
What to do if you change your mind

   •     Repeat steps 1 to 3 above.
   •     To de-select a subject untick the box on the left-hand side and then click ‘Save’ at the bottom of the
         page.
   •     You can now select another subject. Remember to click ‘Save’ when you are done.
   •     You will not be able to change your selections after Friday 28th August.

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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 

                                                    ?                                             The degree will
So I must keep my            As a:                           The course/training will             possibly be in:
course as general as                                         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. ___________________________                                               3. ___________________________
4. ___________________________                                               4. ___________________________
5. ___________________________                        Have you               5. ___________________________
6. ___________________________                         checked               6. ___________________________
                                                    Degree/Diploma
                                                      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 2021

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 maths. 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 by school leavers 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.

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.

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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. Students in
Yr13 normally take five subjects with the sixth line set aside for private study.

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, History of Art 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 have 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         Mrs Drummond
                       Year 11         Ms Russel
                       Year 12         Mr Fryer

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Work Experience & Tertiary Study
                          Opportunities for Students in Yrs12 & 13

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 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 business, 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,
Healthcare, Hairdressing, Equine, Agriculture, Sport and Recreation, Early Childhood Education, Automotive,
Horticulture, Construction, Tourism, Midwifery, Plumbing and Electrical.

In 2021 we will have placements available for 40 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, 2021. 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. S.T.A.R. course give
students the chance to explore areas of interest and experience learning in a tertiary environment. 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.

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STAR COURSES 2021

The Secondary Tertiary Alignment Resource aim is to support students to explore career pathways and help
them make informed decisions about their schooling and future work or study.
COURSE FEES ARE PAID BY THE SCHOOL. However, if students fail to attend without just reason 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 several students are going on the same day, for the same length
         of time. Students may have to pay part of the travel costs.
    • Students must be committed to going every day if they decide to register.

                          TERM TIME AND HOLIDAY COURSES (Year 12 and above)
A variety of courses during the school year are on offer. Some courses are named below if you have a vocation in mind
come and see if there is a S.T.A.R course available to help you explore it further.

                  •   Introduction to acting
                  •   Baking and Pastry for Cafes
                  •   A Career in Nursing
                  •   Flight Attending
                  •   Tourism
                  •   Taster Day – Health, Interior Design, Performing Arts, Landscaping,
                      Engineering, Trades, Business
                  •    First Aid
                  •   Communication – Interview Techniques
                  •   Forklift Truck Licence
                  •   Auto Cad
                  •   Creative Media
                  •   Animal Technology
                  •   Hair Dressing
                  •   Make-up, Beauty
                  •   Radio, Broadcasting
              Bookings for 2021 Courses will be advertised in Admin Notices and Assemblies

                         Come in and see what is on offer in the Careers Department

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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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Subject: ART HISTORY – L3 ARH

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               R

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Subject: BIOLOGY – L3 BIO

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 socio-scientific 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?
  • Proposed trip to Auckland Zoo – cost to be confirmed (optional but recommended)
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               R

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Subject: BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION – L3 BLC

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 Level 2 Materials Technology

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)
 29684              Internal         12               No          No           -
 29677              Internal         2                No          No           -
 29680              Internal         5                No          No           -
 29681              Internal         3                No          No           -
 29679              Internal         8                No          No           -
 29678              Internal         4                No          No           -
 29682              Internal         4                No          No           -

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Subject: BUSINESS STUDIES – L3 BUS

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 Business Studies

What Will You be Studying?
  • Developing a marketing plan for a new or existing product
  • Carrying out an innovative and sustainable business activity
  • How internal factors interact within a business that operates in a global context

How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • There are no course fees
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
  • Business and commerce at tertiary level, as well as providing a platform for work in any business
      related field

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                             U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                         NCEA        NCEA
                                Credit Value                                  (R) and/or
   Number           External                        Literacy   Numeracy
                                                                             Writing (W)
    91382           Internal          6                Yes         No              R
    91384           Internal          9                Yes         No              R
    91379           External          4                Yes         No            R, W

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Subject: CHEMISTRY – L3 CHE

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?
  • There are no course fees
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              -

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Subject: CHINESE – L3 CHN

Level: NCEA LEVEL 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: 24

Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes

Recommended Prior Learning:
NCEA Level 2 Chinese.

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 3 Chinese Language

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                        U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                       NCEA        NCEA
                                Credit Value                             (R) and/or
   Number           External                      Literacy   Numeracy
                                                                        Writing (W)
    91533           External          5                No      No             -
    91534           Internal          3                No      No             -
    91535           Internal          6                No      No             -
    91536           External          5                No      No             -
    91537           Internal          5                No      No             -

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Subject: DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION – L3 DVC

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 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?
  • There are no course fees

What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
      • Tertiary courses in Architecture, Design, Engineering

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               -

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Subject: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY – L3 DTE

Level: NCEA LEVEL 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: 22 (maximum, most students will only enrol in 3 out of 4 standards.)

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 Level 2 Digital Technology. OR If you have strengths in Digital
Media from other subjects such as Art Design, or DVC.

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 using C# with the Unity Gaming
Engine
    • How to develop a develop a design for a digital technologies outcome
    • How to use complex processes to develop a digital technologies outcome.
    • How to use complex techniques to develop a digital media outcome (D.M.O.)
    • Programming using C#
How Much Does the Course Cost?
    • There are no course costs

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              -
      91907           Internal         6              No             No              -
      91903           Internal         4              No             No              -
      91906           Internal         6              No             No              -

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Subject: DRAMA – L3 DRA

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 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.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • Attending three professional performances. Cost approx. $100.00. Highly recommended but
      Optional.
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
    91517           Internal          5                Yes          No               R
    91518           External          4                Yes          No               W

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Subject: ENGLISH 301 – L3ENG01

Level: NCEA LEVEL 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: 21 – 32

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 201 English, including some
credits at Merit or Excellence level. This course is academic and requires independent study.
What Will You be Studying?
     • How to produce a selection of fluent, coherent writing
     • How to respond critically to a studied visual text (film)
     • How to prepare and deliver an oral presentation (optional)
     • How to respond critically to a studied written text (extended and/or short text)
     • How to respond critically to unfamiliar texts
     • How to link critical texts to texts studied in class
     • How to closely analyse film and a chosen director
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 degree courses in arts, sciences or social sciences.

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
 91480              Internal            3              Yes        No              -

*Students may choose to withdraw from one external standard. **Optional internal standard.

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Subject: ENGLISH 302 – L3ENG02

Level: NCEA LEVEL 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: Minimum 13 at L2 and L3

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 achieved a minimum of 10 credits from Level 2 English.

What Will You be Studying?
  • Please note this course focuses on horror films.
  • How to produce a selection of writing
  • How to closely read a film
  • How to research and form conclusions
  • Students can also opt to take a range of other topics

How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • There are no course fees.

What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
  • University or tertiary level courses that require U.E. literacy

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                             U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                        NCEA           NCEA
                                 Credit Value                                 (R) and/or
   Number           External                       Literacy      Numeracy
                                                                             Writing (W)
 91101 (L2) or
                   Internal          6              Yes           No               W
 91475 (L3)
 91480 (L3)        Internal          3              Yes           No               -
 91479             Internal          4              Yes           No               R
 91478             Internal          4              Yes           No               -
 3491              Internal          4              No            No               -
 2990              Internal          4              No            No               -
*Subject to students gaining a minimum of 14 Level 2 Achievement Standard Credits.

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Subject: ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (EAP) – L3 EAP

Level: NCEA LEVEL 2 & 4

Number of Lessons per Week: 4 (This can be a two-year course)

Total Credits Available: 20

Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: No

Recommended Prior Learning:
It is recommended that you have gained Level 1 Literacy.

What Will You be Studying?
The course mainly focuses on speaking, reading and writing based on researched material, with an
emphasis on academic writing. You will:
   • Increase reading skills by reading a wide range of texts
   • Develop listening and speaking skills
   • Develop transactional writing skills
   • Develop research skills
   • Develop ICT skills

How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • There are no course fees.

What Does This Subject Lead On To?
  • University courses.

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                             U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                       NCEA           NCEA
                                Credit Value                                  (R) and/or
   Number           External                      Literacy      Numeracy
                                                                             Writing (W)
  22750 (L4)        Internal         6                Yes          No              W
  22751 (L4)        Internal         6                Yes          No              R
  91102 (L2)        Internal         3                No           No              -
  91103 (L2)        Internal         3                No           No              -
  91106 (L2)        Internal         4                Yes          No              R

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Subject: ENGLISH LANGUAGE – L3 ESL

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 both Level 1 and Level 2 English Language.

What Will You be Studying?
  • Formal language in preparation for formal interviews
  • Reading and understanding texts on a variety of familiar topics about New Zealand
  • How to make an effective presentation on your home country/ city
  • Writing texts on familiar topics
  • How to express your opinion and take part in a debate.
  • This course can lead to a New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 which is aligned with
      the Common European Framework of English Language.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • There are no course fees.

What Further Study Does This Subject Lead On To?
  • NCEA Level 4 English Language or NCEA Level 4 English for Academic Purposes

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                             U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                       NCEA          NCEA
                                Credit Value                                  (R) and/or
   Number           External                      Literacy     Numeracy
                                                                             Writing (W)
    28068           Internal          5               No           No              -
    30997           Internal          5               No           No              -
    30987           Internal          5               No           No              -
    31021           Internal          5               No           No              -

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Subject: GEOGRAPHY – L3 GEO

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:
It is recommended that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Geography.

What Will You be Studying?
  • How tourism development has shaped Rotorua & investigate the impacts on the people and the
  environment.
  • How the pattern of tourism development around the world has changed over time
  • How to apply geographic skills and concepts to a range of situations
  • How different groups of people have responded to a current geographic issues such as Human
  trafficking.

How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • Highly recommended but not compulsory four day field trip to Rotorua - $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
                                Credit Value NCEA Literacy                   (R) and/or
   Number          External                                    Numeracy
                                                                            Writing (W)
    91427          External          4              Yes          No            R&W
    91429          External          4              Yes          No            R&W
    91430          Internal          5              Yes          Yes              -
    91431          Internal          3              Yes          No               R
    91432          Internal          3              Yes          No               -

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Subject: HEALTH – L3 HTH

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?
Students will analyse a health issue that is current in New Zealand's society e.g. Childhood Poverty and analysing a
current international health issue e.g. HIV in Sub-Sahara Africa. Students will research and evaluate a range of
health practices used in New Zealand to treat health conditions of interest to them e.g. Cancer. They will examine
the different models of health promotion and their implications for well-being and examine contemporary ethical
Issues e.g. euthanasia or assistive reproductive therapy.

How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • There are no course fees
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.

NCEA Assessment Details- course will be made up of a mixture of...
                                                                                         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                R

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Subject:   HISTORY – L3 HIS
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 or gained Achieved or higher in the
internal assessments in English at Level 2.

What Will You be Studying?
  • Research and analysis of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.
  • Varying perspectives of the Cuban Missile Crisis.
  • The execution of Mary Queen of Scots by Elizabeth I.
  • Resource analysis of primary sources of information.

How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • Two-night fieldtrip to the Bay of Islands – (optional but recommended), approximately $230.00

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
     91435           Internal             5                Yes              No           R
     91436           External             4                Yes              No        R&W
     91437           Internal             5                Yes              No           R
     91438           External             6                Yes              Yes       R&W

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Subject: HOSPITALITY & CATERING – L3 HSP

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.
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/W

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Subject: MATHEMATICS CALCULUS – L3 MATC

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:
Successful completion of Level 2 Mathematics including algebra

What Will You be Studying?
  • Conic sections – work with their equations, graphs and properties
  • 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)
    91573           Internal          3                No          Yes              -
    91575           Internal          4                No          Yes              -
    91577           External          5                No          Yes              -
    91578           External          6                No          Yes              -
    91579           External          6                No          Yes              -

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Subject: MATHEMATICS STATISTICS – L3 MATS

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              -

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Subject: MUSIC – L3 MUS

Level: NCEA LEVEL 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: 38

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. 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 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?
  • Recommended $35.00 to purchase a set of headphones and a USB, (students can provide their
     own). Itinerant Music Lessons available.

What Does This Subject Lead On To?
  • University BMUS plus a range of other university or tertiary courses.

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             -
    91418           Internal            4              No             No             -
   91849**          Internal            8              No             No             -
   91422**          Internal            4              Yes            No             -
   91423***         External            4              Yes            No             -
    91425*          Internal            6              Yes            No             R
* Optional.
** Choose either or.
*** Optional but required by students seeking course endorsement.

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Subject: PERFORMING ARTS TECHNOLOGY – L3 PAT

Level: NCEA LEVEL 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: 24 Selected

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 Drama.

What Will You be Studying?
  • How to select and apply a range of processes to enhance sound in a performance context.
  • How to research, develop and apply a stage lighting design concept for a given work.
  • How to apply set construction skills to meet a set design concept for a given work.
  • How to research, develop and visually communicate a set design concept for a given work.
  • How to research, develop and visually communicate a costume design concept for a given work.
  • How to research, develop, visually communicate and apply a make-up design concept for a given
      work.
  • How to stage-manage a production.
  • How to interpret, and communicate about, the performing arts technologies.
  • *An option to learn how to write a script for performance, and how to direct a live performance.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • Attending three professional performances. Cost approx. $100.00. Highly recommended but
      Optional.
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
  • Design and Performing Arts

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                            U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                       NCEA         NCEA
                                 Credit Value                                (R) and/or
   Number           External                      Literacy    Numeracy
                                                                            Writing (W)
     28007          Internal           6              No          No              -
     28003          Internal           6              No          No              -
     28008          Internal           3              No          No              -
     28006          Internal           6              No          No              -
     28002          Internal           6              No          No              -
     28004          Internal           6              No          No              -
     28005          Internal           6              No          No              -
    *91519          Internal           5              Yes         No              W
    *91520          Internal           5              Yes         No              R

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Subject: PHYSICAL EDUCATION – L3 PED

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 demonstrate and evaluate leadership styles in a variety of contexts
  • 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 setting
  • Examining a current sporting of physical activity issue that affects New Zealand society

How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • $70.00 (TBC) for Tough Guy Tough Gal event (optional but recommended)

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)
    91505           Internal          4                Yes         No               -
    91499           Internal          3                Yes         No               -
    91500           Internal          4                Yes         Yes              -
    91501           Internal          4                No          Yes              -
    91502           Internal          4                Yes         No               R

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Subject: PHYSICS – L3 PHY

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?
  • Optional Level 3 Physics workbook - $25.00

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               -
    91525           Internal          3                Yes        No               -
    91523           External          4                Yes        No               -
    91524           External          6                Yes        No               -
    91526           External          6                Yes        No               -

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Subject: PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEERING & SUSTAINABILITY – L3 PDE

Level: NCEA LEVEL 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: 14 - 38

Is This Subject Approved for University Entrance (UEAS): Yes

Can I Gain a Course Endorsement in this Subject: Yes

Recommended Prior Learning:
Level 1 and Level 2 in Technology, Science and possibly Design and Visual Communication (DVC).

What Will You be Studying?
  • Product design and development with environmental sustainability a key component.
  • Design Process, including modelling to test design ideas
  • Project Management – Reviewing and using tools to manage a project.
  • For those who do not wish to sit NCEA achievement standards, there will be BCAT Building and
      Construction Standards available.
How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • No Cost unless making own project for home.
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
  • University BA or BSc courses or Direct entry to BCITO apprenticeship
  • Product and Packaging Design and Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
      Mechatronics

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                             U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                       NCEA          NCEA
                                   Credit Value                               (R) and/or
   Number           External                      Literacy     Numeracy
                                                                             Writing (W)
 AS91609            Internal            4              No          No              -
 AS91610            Internal            6              No          No              -
 AS91617            External            4              Yes         No              W

(Or) NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                             U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                       NCEA          NCEA
                                   Credit Value                               (R) and/or
   Number           External                      Literacy     Numeracy
                                                                             Writing (W)
 29684              Internal           12              No          No              -
 29677              Internal           2               No          No              -
 29680              Internal           5               No          No              -
 29681              Internal           3               No          No              -
 29679              Internal           8               No          No              -
 29678              Internal           4               No          No              -
 29682              Internal           4               No          No              -

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Subject: SCHOOL SERVICES ACADEMY TEAM LEADERSHIP – L3 SVA

Level: NCEA LEVEL 2, 3 & 4 - New Zealand Certificate in Business (Introduction to Team Leadership)

Number of Lessons per Week: 4

Total Credits Available: 51

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 the Junior and Senior School Services Academy courses

What Will You be Studying?
  • Technical Knowledge & Skills
  • People Skills
  • Cognitive Skills
  • Affective Skills
  • Business Environment Skills
  •
How Much Does the Course Cost?
  • There are no course fees
  •
What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
  • Tertiary courses and/or employment including with the NZDF and other uniform services.

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                                    U.E. Reading
   Standard        Internal/                                NCEA        NCEA
                                Level   Credit Value                                 (R) and/or
   Number           External                               Literacy   Numeracy
                                                                                    Writing (W)

    US 377         Internal       2          2                No          No              -
   US 1312         Internal       3          3                No          No              -
   US 3488         Internal       2          3                No          No              -
   US 7123         Internal       2          3                No          No              -
   US 8077         Internal       3          4                No          No              -
   US 8495         Internal       4          3                No          No              -
   US 9681         Internal       3          3                No          No              -
   US 9705         Internal       3          3                No          No              -
   US 11097        Internal       3          3                No          No              -
   US 15190        Internal       4          10               No          No              -
   US 22854        Internal       2          2                No          No              -
   US 27557        Internal       3          4                No          No              -
   US 27563        Internal       3          4                No          No              -
   US 27765        Internal       3          4                No          No              -

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Subject: SPANISH – L3 SPA

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 essential that you have taken both Level 1 and Level 2 Spanish.

What Will You be Studying?
  • How to communicate clearly in Spanish in a variety of situations expressing and justifying your
      opinions and ideas

   •    You will discuss topics such as 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?
No course fees

What Further Study Does This Subject Leads On To?
  • University BA or BSc courses

NCEA Assessment Details
                                                                                         U.E. Reading
    Standard          Internal/                                             NCEA
                                       Credit Value     NCEA Literacy                     (R) and/or
    Number             External                                           Numeracy
                                                                                         Writing (W)
       91568           External              5                No              No               -
       91569           Internal              3                No              No               -
       91571           External              5                No              No               -
       91572           Internal              5                No              No               -

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Subject: SPORTS LEADERSHIP – L3 SPT

Level: NCEA Level 3

Number of Lessons per Week: 4
Total Credits Available: 24

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 Studies.

What Will You be Studying?
  • How to be an effective coach.
  • 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 team and/or individual sports.
  • 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?
  • All course costs associated with this course will be covered by STAR Funding.
  • There is no subject fee charged to students.
  • Please Note: There will be an excursion for the Event Planning Module in Term Four at an extra charge
       (Approx. Cost $20-$50 depending on student choice, however, a free in school option is available).
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
                                       Credit Value      NCEA Literacy                           (R) and/or
    Number             External                                               Numeracy
                                                                                                Writing (W)
     22771             Internal              4                 No                 No                  -
     22768             Internal              6                 No                 No                  -
     33093             Internal              6                 No                 No                  -
     21414             Internal              4                 No                 No                  -
     91501             Internal              4                 No                 No                  -

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Subject: TE REO MAAORI – L3 MAO
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           Internal/                         NCEA        NCEA
                                    Credit Value                               (R) and/or
   Number              External                        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              W

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