COURSE BOOK 2015

Southland Girls’ High School

Level 1 / 2 / 3

COURSE BOOK

2015

In this book there is information about:

NCEA LEVEL 1, 2 & 3 Option Choice Information

Senior Subjects Pathways Subject descriptors listed in alphabetical order

Option Choice Forms

OPTION EXPO

This will be held for parents and students on Thursday, 16 October 2014

from 12:30 pm until 1:30 pm, and 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm in the West Hall

The information contained in this booklet is the Intellectual Property of

Southland Girls’ High School. Permission must be obtained before reproducing any part of this booklet.

NCEA COURSE BOOK

LEVEL 1, 2, 3 (NCEA stands for National Certificate in Educational Achievement)

CHOOSE TO CHALLENGE

CHOOSE the levels of learning best for you. This may be ACROSS LEVELS, ie at Year 13 you may be doing Level 2 subjects.

CHECK your pathways fit your goals.

Year 11 and 12 Year 12 and 13

Student Subject Choice Flowchart Tick the boxes as you complete each step

My future career job might be: _______________________________

Read about the National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA)

I need to take to __________________________ after school

Can you create a pathway for you? ….. what subjects do you need?

I have consulted with my teachers and/or HODs to see if I meet the prerequisites

Record your option choices on the appropriate level form

Check your option choices with your parent(s) / caregiver

LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3

GAINING NCEA QUALIFICATIONS

At Level 1 To gain Level 1 NCEA, a student needs 80 credits. This must include at least 10 credits in both Literacy and Numeracy. Both Literacy and Numeracy can be gained across a variety of subjects. The 80 credits are usually spread over 6 subjects or equivalent. Each student must choose a Mathematics, English and Science full year course and three full year or equivalent semester courses. At Level 2 The minimum requirement is 60 credits from Level 2, and 20 credits already gained from Level 1. These are spread over 6 subjects or equivalent courses. English at Level 2 is compulsory to fulfil University Entrance requirements. At Level 3 The minimum requirement is 60 credits from Level 3, and 20 credits already gained from Level 2. These are spread over 5 one year or equivalent courses.

University Entrance Attain NCEA Level 3.

Achieve 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three subjects from the list of approved subjects listed below. The list of approved subjects will consist of subjects derived from the New Zealand Curriculum with achievement standards at Level 3.

Achieve UE Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 and above from specific achievement standards, or three specific numeracy unit standards.

Achieve UE Literacy – 10 credits (five in reading and five in writing) at Level 2 and above from specific standards.

Many Universities are setting their own criteria for entry and courses. Please check websites for ongoing updates.

Literacy and Numeracy Credits for these can be gained across subjects and levels. To check go to http:/www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/qualifications/ncea/subjects/literacy-and-numeracy/level-1-requirements/lit-num-subjects/

It is important to know that internal Reading and Writing credits for University Entrance Literacy are only available in some courses. They are far more restricted than Level 1.

Approved Subjects for University Entrance Accounting

Agriculture & Horticulture Biology

Business Studies

Calculus Chemistry

Classical Studies Computing

Dance

Design (Practical Art) Digital Technologies

Drama Economics

English French

Geography

German Design and Visual Communication

Health Education

History History of Art

Home Economics

Japanese Maori

Mathematics Media Studies

Music Studies

Painting (Practical Art) Physical Education

Physics Printmaking (Practical Art)

Science Sculpture (Practical Art)

Spanish

Statistics Technology

http://www.nzqa.govt.z/qualifications-standards/qualifications/ncea/subjects/literacy-and-numeracy/level-1-requirements/lit-num-subjects/

http://www.nzqa.govt.z/qualifications-standards/qualifications/ncea/subjects/literacy-and-numeracy/level-1-requirements/lit-num-subjects/

Certificate Endorsements

NCEA certificates at Level 1, 2 and 3 can be endorsed with Excellence or Merit. To gain an Excellence endorsement, you must gain 50 or more credits at Excellence. To gain a Merit endorsement, you must gain 50 or more credits at Merit (some of these may be at Excellence). You can earn credits counting towards endorsement over more than one year and more than one level. However, they must be gained at the level of the certificate or above.

For example, Level 2 credits will count towards endorsement of a Level 1 NCEA, but Level 1 credits will not count towards endorsement of a Level 2 NCEA.

Subject / Course Endorsements

Students will be able to have their strengths in individual courses recognised with a course endorsement at Merit or Excellence. The key objective of course endorsement is to motivate students to achieve their potential in one or more courses.

Students will gain an endorsement for a course where they achieve:

1 14 or more credits at Merit or Excellence at the lower level that supports the endorsement.

2 At least 3 credits from externally assessed standards and 3 credits from internally assessed standards.

3 Sufficient credits in a single school year. Note: Physical Education, Religious Studies and Level 3 Visual Arts will be exempt from (2).

New Zealand Scholarship

Scholarship is an external examination for top secondary students. Candidates usually enter in Year 13, which is their last year of schooling. Scholarship examines course material related to Level 3 standards derived from up to Level 8 of the New Zealand Curriculum that students study in Year 13. However, the skills and understanding required to meet Scholarship criteria are considerably more advanced. Scholarship requires students to demonstrate high-level critical thinking.

Scholarship requires high-level abstract thinking and the application of knowledge and ideas to complex situations.

The intention is that 3 per cent of the total number of Year 13 Level 3 students in each subject studying for 14 credits or more will get Scholarship, as long as Scholarship standards are met.

Scholarship results will be released in February.

Option Choice Information

Most subjects are divided into half year / semester courses to allow you to make choices at a range of levels. We have provided a range of courses that will enable all students to gain credits and give enough flexibility to enable all students to strive for excellence. Subject Prerequisites Some subjects require prior learning to be able to succeed at the level. These are indicated on the course outline for each subject.

This book gives guidelines for each subject. Teachers may adjust content and assessments to better meet the learning needs of their students.

DEPARTMENT

Agriculture Mr Kennedy

Biology Mrs Garden

Business / Accounting Mr Prouting

Chemistry Mr Claridge

Classics / Archaeology Mrs Diack

Dance Miss Rae

Digital Tech and Computing Mrs Cheyne

Drama Miss Rae

Careers / Gateway Ms Dodds

English Mrs Stevenson

Foods and Material Mrs Jones

Geography Mrs Diack

Graphics Mr Quinn

History Mr Stickley

Languages Mrs Wilson

Mathematics Ms Mattingly

Media Studies Ms Liggins-Walters

Music Mr Buick

Physical Education & Health Mr Beadle

Physics Mr King

Science Mrs Garden

Social Sciences Mrs Diack

Tourism Ms Popham

Visual Arts Mrs Templer

Accounting Mr Prouting

Level 1 NCEA – Accounting Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course examines accounting theory and practices for individuals, business and community organisations. Students will apply knowledge and skills to practical situations.

Course Cost: Workbooks desirable $30.00

Level 2 NCEA – Accounting Guideline: Completed Level 1, Accounting 1, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: Level 2 Accounting builds on the understanding gained in Level 1. Students will process financial information using an accounting software package, prepare financial statements for businesses and analyse the financial information.


Level 3 NCEA – Accounting Prerequisite: At least achieved in standard 91176 Prepare Financial Information, or in

consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course covers accounting for partnerships and companies. It also includes the analysis of a company listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange.


Agriculture Mr Kennedy

Level 2 NCEA – Agriculture Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course is mainly internally assessed with a mix of Level 2 achievement standards and unit standards. It covers animal reproduction, New Zealand farming systems and their relationship with the environment. It has a mix of theory and practical work. As a course it would suit students who would like to pursue a career in farm work or working on the land in a variety of farming endeavours. It can link to further courses at Telford and Lincoln for example, or employment within the Primary Industry sector. Students who wish to pursue Agricultural Science Degrees are advised to take Biology and Chemistry as well.

Course Cost: There may be costs involved with field trips (approx $20).

Level 3 NCEA – Agriculture Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Level 2.

Course Information: This course has both internally and externally assessed Achievement Standards. It develops the skills of investigation, research and report writing on primary production systems, markets and environmental issues. This course would suit students who would like to pursue further study and a career in agriculture.

Course Cost: There may be costs involved with field trips.

Art History Mrs Templer

Level 3 NCEA – Art History Prerequisite: Literacy Level 2, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: The Art History course covers a range of topics selected from 6 areas of study: Early Renaissance, Late Renaissance to Mannerism, Early Modernism 1900-1940, Modernist Design and Architecture 1900-1960, Modernism to Post Modernism, and Contemporary Diversity. Art History is a good link for students taking senior Visual Arts and students who have an interest in History and Journalism. The course is made up of 5 standards, 2 internally assessed and 3 external examinations.

Biology Mrs Garden

Level 2 NCEA – Biology Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Science 101 and achievement of AS 90948

(Genetics) OR satisfactory completion of Science 102 and achievement of AS 90948 (Genetics) OR in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course will provide an introduction to basic concepts of the main branches of biology, including ecology, cells, genetics, animal and plant biology. Practical biology skills will be developed through the study of these. The course will be structured into two semesters. Students may choose to do just one semester or do both. There will be standards which are assessed both internally and externally.

Course Cost: Field trip (approx $5), Workbook is desirable (approx $20).

Level 3 NCEA – Biology Prerequisite: Achievement of AS Biology 2.3 (Genetics and Evolution) and

AS Biology 2.8 (Cells), or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course will build on the biological knowledge and skills covered in Level 2 Biology. There will be a focus on Life Processes, Ecology and Evolution. There will be standards that will be assessed internally and externally.

Course Cost: Workbook is desirable (approx $20).

Business Operation and the Trades Ms Dodds

Level 2 NCEA – Business Operation and the Trades Guideline: None.

Course Information: Students will study aspects of health and safety, first aid, business enterprise, eg budgeting, staff management, equipment and resources. The students will also get a chance to access the facilities at SIT to further their learning. They will be able to experience a Trades smorgasbord, eg electrical, plumbing, engineering. Students may participate in learning experiences outside the classroom as appropriate, to meet individual needs.

Course Cost: There may be a small cost involved.

Business Retail Ms Dodds

Level 2 NCEA – Business Retail Guideline: None.

Course Information: Students will study aspects of service skills, health and safety, first aid, business operation and financial skills, communication and public relation skills, and marketing you to the job market. Students will also be involved in offsite training at SIT to further their learning. There may also be additional opportunities to participate in learning and work experiences outside the classroom as appropriate, to meet individual needs.

Course Cost: There may be a small cost involved.

Calculus Ms Mattingly

Level 3 NCEA – Calculus Prerequisite: Must have achieved 91261 Algebra, 91262 Calculus, 91257 Graphs, and

14 credits in Level 2 Mathematics achievement standards, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This is a course of mathematical study appropriate for those with a major interest in the continued study of mathematics, the physical sciences, engineering, commerce and in general any field where analysis is an important tool.

Course Cost: Graphics Calculator $120.

Chemistry Mr Claridge

Level 2 NCEA – Chemistry Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Science 101, satisfactory completion of

Mathematics 101, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Chemistry 201 will provide an introduction to basic concepts of the main branches of Chemistry, including theoretical, analytical and practical chemistry. There will be standards which are assessed both internally and externally.

Course Cost: Chemistry Workbook is desirable (approx $25).

Level 3 NCEA – Chemistry Prerequisite: Achievement of Level 2 Chemistry AS 2.1, 2.2 and 2.7, or in consultation

with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course builds on Level 2 Chemistry and develops a more in-depth understanding and exploration of chemical systems. Students will develop further scientific knowledge and skills and gain understanding of materials, processes and environmental interactions. There will be three externally assessed achievement standards, and the option to choose internally assessed standards.

Course Cost: Chemistry Workbook is desirable (approx $25). There may be costs involved in the practical investigation.

Child Care Mrs Jones

Level 2 NCEA – Child Care Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Level 1 NCEA, or in consultation with the

Head of Department.

Course Information: Students may have an interest in working with young children and applying the knowledge gained through this course.

Classical Studies Mrs Diack

Level 2 NCEA – Classical Studies Guideline: 12 credits in Level 1 English achievement standards, or in consultation


Course Information: Classical Studies in Level 2 has a Roman Focus. Topics this year will include: Roman Social Life and Entertainment, or a study of an epic film ‘Gladiator’, the Eruption of Mt Vesuvius or The Battle of Thermopyloe, and Virgil’s ‘The Aeneid’. This course will be structured into two semesters. Students may choose to do just one semester or both to create a year long course. There will be standards which are assessed both internally and externally.

Level 3 NCEA – Classical Studies Prerequisite: Students must gain at least 12 credits in Level 2 Classical Studies or if

Classics has not been previously taken, 12 credits in English achievement standards to gain entry into this course, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Classical Studies in Level 3 has a Greek focus. Topics in 2014 will be selected from: The Comedy of Aristophanes, Art and Architecture of the Classical Worlds and Alexander the Great. The course will be structured into two semesters. Students may choose to do just one semester or both to make a year long course. There will be standards which are assessed both internally and externally.

Computing Mrs Cheyne

Level 1 NCEA – Computing Guideline: Students need little or no prior knowledge of basic computing practices.

Course Information: The aim of this course is to give students an opportunity to learn basic computing skills necessary to operate technological equipment and software packages competently for either vocational or personal use. Where appropriate, students may work independently to gain specific unit standards they require. This is unit standard based.

Level 2 NCEA – Computing Guideline: Students must have a good understanding of Word and Excel. This may

be by prior knowledge – in consultation with the Head of Department, or satisfactory completion of Level 1 Digital Technologies or Computing.

Course Information: The aim of this course is to give students an opportunity to achieve the National Certificate in Computing (Level 2). Where does it lead? National Certificate in Computing (Level 2), National Certificate in Business Administration and Computing (Level 2), and/or Credits towards other National Certificate levels

Level 3 NCEA – Computing Prerequisite: Students need to have completed the National Certificate in Computing

Level 2 or gained most of the unit standards towards it, or satisfactory completion of Level 2 Digital Technologies, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: The aim of this course is to give students an opportunity to achieve the National Certificate in Computing (Level 3). Where appropriate, students may work independently to gain specific unit standards they require. Where does it lead? National Certificate in Computing (Level 3), National Certificate in Business Administration and Computing (Level 3), and/or Credits towards other National Certificate levels

Dance Miss Rae

Level 1 NCEA – Dance Guideline: Joy of Dance, or Perform Like There is No-one Watching. Dancing

Centre Stage is recommended. Dance experience outside of school will be considered instead of these three courses. Or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course includes both practical and written components. Practical components include solo and group choreography, as well as solo and group performances. The styles of dance students will learn include jazz, tap, funk, and contemporary. The written components include analysing a dance performance and explaining the history and components of a dance style.

Course Cost: Live performances or workshops may be needed.

Level 2 NCEA – Dance Guideline: Level 1 Dance preferred, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: Level 2 Dance will extend on the knowledge and experiences from Level 1 Dance. It involves three components: Dance Performance, Dance Choreography, and Dance Analysis – including research. Students will need to use imagination and knowledge of dance techniques, elements and devices to create interesting and unique movement sequences, and to critically analyse their own and others’ movements. Students are now encouraged to focus on a genre of their own choosing for performance and research.


Level 3 NCEA – Dance Prerequisite: External achievement standards from Level 1 or 2, or in consultation


Course Information: Standards follow closely on those of Level 2, however more detail with written work is expected. Students are required to choreograph and produce a dance work involving other students, and to perform dances from three different genres. As in Level 2, a written dance analysis paper is included. Scholarship in dance is available for Level 3 students if they wish.


Design (Visual Art) Mrs Templer

Level 3 NCEA – Design (Visual Art) Prerequisite: Digi Image Level 2

Visual Art Level 1 and 2, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Students should have experience of Photoshop and/or Illustrator. Students will work towards planning and developing design concepts within a specific design field, eg illustration, visual communication / advertising. Students will develop design based on knowledge of established practice. Art History complements this subject.

Course Cost: Students will be required to pay all costs of colour printing for the folio (external examination), eg in school costs of printing, approx $80, out of school cost of printing, approx $100-$200+. Students will require a workbook and $15 for colour copying for internal achievement standards.

Digi Image Mrs Templer

Level 1 & 2 NCEA – Digi Image Guideline: None

Course Information: This course is suitable for any student who has an interest in using digital technologies to be creative. Students will explore and analyse how and why others have created digital images and how digital mediums are used to communicate ideas. Students will extend their practical knowledge and creative thinking while creating work with a variety of digital mediums: photography, image manipulation, graphic design, illustration, and moving image. This course can be taken from 1 to 4 semesters (over 2 years). Students can choose up to 18 / 20 credits from a menu of listed achievement standards across a range of curriculum areas.

Course Cost: A workbook is desirable, USB memory stick, and there will be a charge for colour printing and photocopying. Level 2 pay an additional $36 for external examination. Students are advised to have access to a digital camera.

Digital Technologies Mrs Cheyne

Level 1 NCEA – Digital Technologies Guideline: Preferably completed one semester at junior level.

Or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course will cover work from Digital Information, Digital Media, and Programming. This course is assessed using achievement standard credits – internal and external.

Level 2 NCEA – Digital Technologies Guideline: Completed Digital Technologies Level 1, or in consultation with the Head

of Department.

Course Information: This course will cover work from Digital Information and Digital Media. This course is assessed using achievement standard credits – internal and external.

Level 3 NCEA – Digital Technologies Prerequisite: Students need to have satisfactorily completed the Digital Technologies

course at Year 12. NOTE: Digital Technologies is on the approved list for entrance to a university in New Zealand from 2013.

Course Information: This course will cover work from Digital Information and Digital Media. This course is assessed using achievement standard credits – internal and external.

Economics Mr Prouting

Level 1 NCEA – Economics Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course gives students an insight into how the New Zealand economy works. It builds on the foundations students have developed in the Year 10 Enterprise Studies course.

Course Cost: Field trip approx $60.00. Workbook is desirable $30.00

Level 2 NCEA – Economics Guideline: Level 1 Economics, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Students will gain an understanding of the place of the New Zealand economy in a worldwide context while learning about how / why New Zealand Government decisions influence the economy.

Course Cost: Workbook is desirable $30.00

Level 3 NCEA – Economics Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 or 2 Economics, or in consultation with the Head

of Department.

Course Information: Students will learn about the workings of the New Zealand Economy and its interaction with the Global Economy. They will relook at microeconomic ideas and policies.

Course Cost: Field trip. Workbook is desirable $30.00

English Mrs Stevenson

Level 1 NCEA – English 101 Guideline: High achievement in Year 10 English, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: While a broad base of English study is central to this course, there is the opportunity to pursue in depth learning of some aspects of writing and literary analysis. The focus for assessment includes specialising in a chosen genre of writing, as well as wide reading, speech making and external assessment of literary and language analysis.

Level 1 NCEA – English 102 Guideline: Satisfactory achievement in Year 10 English, or in consultation with the

Head of Department.

Course Information: A general range of English skills and learning which will give a sound base from which to pursue further English study. Assessment includes creative and formal writing, speech making, wide reading, research and literary analysis.

Level 1 NCEA – English 103 Guideline: Achievement of Year 10 English, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: This course covers a broad range of English skills. Assessment includes both creative and formal writing, static image presentation, research, wide reading and giving a speech. All national assessment will be by internally assessed standards.

Level 2 NCEA – English 201 Guideline: High level of achievement, and in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: This course is an extension English programme focused on an advanced study of literature and language. 201 English provides an enriching foundation for the further study of English at Level 3.

Level 2 NCEA – English 202 Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Level 1 English, or in consultation with the

Head of Department.

Course Information: This is a stimulating course but not as demanding as English 201. It covers a selection of achievement standards. This programme is based on a study of literature, language and production. It provides a sound foundation for the study of English at Level 3.

Multi Level NCEA – English 203 Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course is based on internally assessed standards. The programme is based on a study of literature, language and production. This course can provide a foundation for further study of English. The aim is to complete Level 1 and work towards achieving Level 2 standards.

Level 3 NCEA – English 301 Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of 201 English or 202 English, including

achievement of external credits, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: The course is an extension English programme and will cover close reading of and response to language and literature texts from both visual and written strands. There will be opportunities to deepen study of some genres through individual research and critical analysis. The achievement standards available to be assessed against will encompass both internal and external assessment. 301 English provides an enriching foundation for those who intend to study further in humanities or sciences.

Multi Level NCEA – English 302 Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Level 2 English, or in consultation with the

Head of Department.

Course Information: This course of study includes analysis of written and visual texts as well as opportunities to create meaning through oral and visual text production. It is an ideal course of study for those who need to further their skills in English for academic purposes but who are not necessarily interested in the critical analysis of 301 English. The assessment focus will be mainly on internally assessed standards, but the opportunity to enter externally assessed standards will be available.

Enterprise Mr Prouting

Level 2 NCEA – Enterprise Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course is available to students who are interested in starting and running their own enterprise. It has a business focus and will involve being part of a Young Enterprise team. A high level of personal motivation is expected. Students are able to obtain 12 Achievement Standard credits towards NCEA Level 2. Completion of course work and the Young Enterprise Exam also entitles the student to 24 credit equivalents towards attainment of Level 2 or Level 3 NCEA if required.

Course Cost: To Young Enterprise Scheme Wellington (due by 1 March) Registration Fee: $40 Exam Fee: $25 (due 1 July)

Level 3 NCEA – Enterprise Prerequisite: None.

Course Information: NZIM Paper Course Information: This course is available to students who are interested in starting and running their own enterprise. It has a business focus and will involve being part of a Young Enterprise team. A high level of personal motivation is expected. Students are able to obtain 15 Achievement Standard credits towards NCEA Level 3. Completion of course work and the Young Enterprise Exam also entitles the student to 24 credit equivalents towards attainment of Level 2 or Level 3 NCEA if required.

Course Cost: To Young Enterprise Scheme Wellington (due by 1 March) Registration Fee: $40 Exam Fee: $25 (due 1 July)

Fashion and Design Mrs Jones

Level 1 NCEA – Fashion and Design Guideline: Preferably completion of Designers For the Future, Designers for the

Future Plus or Avant Garde, or in consultation with the Head of Department. Must have a definite interest in fashion and construction.

Course Information: This course provides an opportunity for students to develop their skills and interest in working with textiles. Students are given a brief from which they can be creative when designing, inventing and making articles.

Course Cost: Students taking this course must be prepared to purchase their own material requirements.

Level 2 NCEA – Fashion and Design Guideline: Completion of Level 1 Fashion and Design course, or in consultation with

the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course provides an opportunity for students to develop and extend their skills in textiles. This course focuses on developing garments from a brief for a client. Students are given the opportunity to be creative and use their flair in designing articles.

Course Cost: Students taking this course must be prepared to purchase the material requirements.

Level 3 NCEA – Fashion and Design Prerequisite: Completion of Level 2 Fashion and Design course, or in consultation with


Course Information: This course allows students to extend their knowledge, designing skills and creativity.

Course Cost: Students taking this course must be prepared to purchase their own material requirements.

Financial Literacy Ms Mattingly / Mr Prouting

Level 1 NCEA – Financial Literacy Guideline: None.

Course Information: Financial Literacy is a programme that assists with personal and practical financial concepts including: Setting goals and budgeting, managing income and understanding tax, spending, managing debt, saving and investing, insurance, tertiary study finances, and creating and protecting assets and wealth.

Food and Hospitality Mrs Jones

Level 1 NCEA – Food and Hospitality Guideline: A passion and enthusiasm for food.

Course Information: This course is designed to cover fruit and vegetable cookery, egg and milk cookery, baking and hot finger food.

Course Cost: There is a course cost to cover some of the ingredients, and purchase of a workbook is desirable.

Level 2 NCEA – Food and Hospitality Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Food and Hospitality Level 1, Food and

Nutrition Level 1, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course is designed to build up skills and techniques which are used in the hospitality industry, especially food and beverage service.

Course Cost: Students taking this course must be prepared to pay a part cost for ingredients used, and purchase of a workbook is desirable.

Food and Nutrition Mrs Jones

Level 1 NCEA – Food and Nutrition Guideline: Preferably completed Food Design and/or Food Design Plus Learning

Package, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course involves students investigating, planning and preparing food to meet specific needs. Knowledge and the application of safe food practices is a vital component of this course.

Course Cost: Students taking this course must be prepared to pay for ingredients used.

Level 2 NCEA – Food and Nutrition Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Level 1 Food and Nutrition, or in consultation


Course Information: This course involves students investigating, planning and preparing food to meet specific needs, and the knowledge and the application of safe food practices. It involves individual research in and out of the classroom on specified topics.

Course Cost: Students taking this course must be prepared to pay a part cost for ingredients used.

Level 3 NCEA – Food and Nutrition Prerequisite: Students must have an interest in food and nutrition, and have achieved

satisfactory Food and Nutrition credits at Level 1 or Level 2, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course gives students an opportunity to study the link between food and wellbeing and to plan, prepare and serve food for people with different needs. It gives students the opportunity to investigate the influences that media places on food choices. The course requires individual commitment and self motivation for a student to successfully complete the standards on offer.

Course Cost: Students taking this course must be prepared to pay a part cost for ingredients used.

Geography Mrs Diack

Level 1 NCEA – Geography Guideline: None.

Course Information: Geography is the study of the environment as the home of people. It seeks to explore the physical and cultural features of the environment and how they change over time. In this course students study an extreme natural event (earthquakes), population demographics, and practice the application of geographic skills. Students will practice conducting Geographic Research, applying Geographic Information Systems to a selected context and investigating the issues surrounding Social Networking in New Zealand. This course will be structured into two semesters. Students may choose to do just one semester or both to create a year long course.

Level 2 NCEA – Geography Guideline: Level 1 Geography or 10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits at Level 1, or

in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Students continue to develop their skills as a Social Scientist by exploring how people interact with natural and cultural environments. They are required to explore a range of perspectives about topical issues affecting New Zealand and the world today. In this course students study the natural landscapes of Fiordland or the Amazon, the impact that affluenza is having on Society in New Zealand, an introduction to criminology and the urban patterns of crime in Chicago, and a study of the global pattern of Malaria. This course will be structured into two semesters. Students may choose to do just one semester or both to create a year long course.

Course Cost: Field trips – Milford Sound 2 days $130 approx, Year 11 Skills Workbook is desirable $30, for those students who did not take Geography in Year 11.

Level 3 NCEA – Geography Prerequisite: Level 1 or 2 Geography

or 10 Level 1 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Students learn to develop and enlarge upon their appreciation of the environment and its natural and cultural features, and to increase their understanding of the associated processes and inter-relationships. In this course students will study Tourism as a Cultural Process and continue to build upon their application of Geographic skills within a selected context. Students will also inquire into the issue of human trafficking, conduct geographic research and be required to analyse an event from a geographic perspective. This course will be structured into two semesters. Students may choose to do just one semester or both to create a year long course.

Course Cost: Field trip – Queenstown 2 days $110 approx.

Graphics and Design Mr Quinn

Level 1 NCEA – Graphics and Design Guideline: Preferably at least one learning package from either Technology or

Visual Art, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course is suitable for students with an interest in design. Topics vary and are derived from fields such as architecture and product design. There is a lot of scope for individual design.

Level 2 NCEA – Graphics and Design Guideline: Minimum of 12 credits Level 1 Graphics or Art, or in consultation with


Course Information: Level 2 Graphics focuses on spatial and product design. Students are given briefs to produce solutions whilst showing skills in a variety of areas ranging from freehand sketching to CAD and 3D modelling. This course is particularly suited to students who may have an interest in the many fields of design at tertiary level.

Level 3 NCEA – Graphics and Design Prerequisite: Graphics and Design at Level 2, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: Note: External assessments will be worked on throughout the year and submitted at the end of Term 4. This course builds on from the skills learnt in Level 2 Graphics and offers scope for the student to pursue areas of interest. It is expected that students who select this subject will have a high level of skill in graphics and will have demonstrated this at Level 2. Graphics would be helpful for students who wish to go on to further study in architecture or industrial design.

History Mr Stickley

Level 1 NCEA – History Guideline: Taking 101 or 102 English.

Course Information: Level 1 History looks at key historical ideas like continuity and change through a variety of New Zealand topics or topics from around the world. Topics could possibly include Black Civil Rights, Springbok Tour, Origins of World War II, the Holocaust, South Africa. Classes will have the opportunity to pick their topics.

Level 2 NCEA – History Guideline: Taking 201 or 202 English, and have 10 Literacy credits from Level 1, or

in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Level 2 History introduces students to some of the major factors that have shaped today’s world: nationalism, revolution and fascism. Students will learn about the past and its significance and impact on the world today. They will learn to construct an argument that will show different perspectives of the history we study. Topics could include: Russia 1900-1923, Vietnam War, Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-1939. Classes will have the opportunity to pick their topics.

Level 3 NCEA – History Prerequisite: Must have done Level 2 English (201, 202) in Year 12 and have UE

Literacy, or passed 1 internal and 1 external in Level 2 History, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Level 3 History will encourage students to examine the beliefs and values which have motivated groups and individuals to act as they did within their historical context. Students will study in depth some of the key historical developments of yesterday’s world which will contribute to their understanding of today’s society. One topic will be genocide, the other will be picked by the class.

Languages Mrs Wilson

Level 1 NCEA – French, German, Japanese, Spanish Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Year 10 in the selected language, or in


Course Information: The study of languages at Level 1 maintains and builds on the skills of listening, speaking / presenting and performing, reading / viewing and writing that students have acquired in their first two years of study. At this level students will work towards understanding and producing more complex language, communicating beyond the immediate context, and understanding and producing a variety of text types.

Course Cost: A subscription to Language Perfect is desirable - $20.00

Level 2 NCEA – French, German, Japanese, Spanish Guideline: 10 credits at Level 1, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: The study of languages at Level 2 maintains and builds on the skills practised at Level 1. The course structure follows the same format as Level 1 with three internal and 2 external achievement standards. At this level students will work towards using the language variably and effectively to express and justify their own ideas and opinions, and support or challenge those of others. They will also use and identify the linguistic and cultural forms that guide interpretation and enable them to respond critically to texts.


Level 3 NCEA – French, German, Japanese, Spanish Prerequisite: 10 credits at Level 2, or in consultation with the Head of the

Department.

Course Information: The study of languages at Level 3 continues to build on the language skills learned and practised at Level 2. The course structure follows the same format as Level 2, three internal and two external achievement standards. At this level students will continue to work towards using the language variably and effectively to express and justify their own ideas and opinions, and support or challenge those of others. They will also use and identify the linguistic and cultural forms that guide interpretation and enable them to respond critically to texts.


Life Science Mrs Garden

Level 2 NCEA – Life Science Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Science 101, 102 or 103.

Course Information: This course will give students an introduction to some processes carried out by humans, other animals and plants. Practical biology skills will be developed through the study of these. This is a one semester course and will be internally assessed.

Mapping the Future Ms Dodds

Level 1 & 2 NCEA – Mapping the Future Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course is vocational in content and will offer preparation in Career Competencies that contribute to future qualifications, training or employment. Students will study aspects of Service Sector Core Skills, as well as prepare a Curriculum Vitae, demonstrate care and timelines as an employee, and may participate in learning experiences outside the classroom as appropriate to meet individual needs. Literacy and Numeracy skills will be developed. Student need will determine aspects of course content.

Mathematics Ms Mattingly

Level 1 NCEA – Mathematics 101 Guideline: Have a strong grounding in algebra, number and trigonometry, and in

consultation with their current Maths Teacher, and the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course covers solving problems in a number of contexts. These include number and algebra problems, right-angled triangle and geometric problems involving lines, circles, triangles and other polygons and probability problems.

Course Cost: Students are expected to provide their own graphics calculator - $120.00

Level 1 NCEA – Mathematics 102 Guideline: Have a strong grounding in number and trigonometry, and in

consultation with their current Maths Teacher, and the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course covers a wide range of concepts including solving number and algebra problems in context, practical problems involving measuring and applying concepts to solve these including right-angled triangles, constructing situations using a compass, transforming objects using rotation, reflection, translation and enlargement and solving probability problems.


Level 1 NCEA – Mathematics 103 Guideline: For students who need to focus on numeracy skills, and in consultation


Course Information: This course covers basic numeracy skills and requirements and applies these to everyday life, as well as constructing situations using a compass, transforming objects using reflection, rotation, translation and enlargement and also solving practical measurement problems in context.

Course Cost: Students are expected to provide their own scientific calculator.

Level 2 NCEA – Mathematics 201 Guideline: Have a grade of Achieved or better in 91028 Graphs, 91027 Algebra and

14 credits in Mathematics achievement standard Level 1, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course covers solving problems in a number of contexts. These include practical trigonometry involving non-right angled triangles, posing a question for a statistical investigation, probability including risk, relative risk and normal distribution, further algebra skills required to solve more complicated problems, using graphs to model and solve practical problems, calculus to solve problems involving rates of change.


Level 2 NCEA – Mathematics 202 Guideline: 14 credits in Level 1 Maths achievement standard, or in consultation with


Course Information: This course covers a wide range of concepts including practical trigonometry involving non-right angled triangles, posing a question for a statistical investigation and carrying out the investigation, probability including risk, relative risk and normal distribution, also networks, simulations, co-operative geometry and sequences and series to model and solve practical problems.


Level 3 NCEA – Mathematics 3 Prerequisite: 14 credits in Level 2 Mathematics achievement standards, or in


Course Information: This is a course of mathematical study appropriate for those interested in quantitative aspects of the biological and social sciences, medicine, commerce and administration and in general, any field where the collection, analysis and interpretation of qualitative data is important.

Course Cost: Graphics calculator $120.

Media Studies Ms Liggins-Walters

Level 2 NCEA – Media Studies Guideline: Literacy at Level 1.

Course Information: Foundation Course: Media studies examines the dynamic role of the media in society, how the media constructs messages about individuals, communities, and cultures and how media products are produced, controlled, and distributed. Through media studies students will gain the knowledge and skills to conceive, plan, design and make media products that engage audiences.

Level 3 NCEA – Media Studies Prerequisite: Level 2 Media Studies, completion of 201, 202 English and in


Course Information: Develops the skills and knowledge from Level 2: Media studies examines the dynamic role of the media in society, how the media constructs messages about individuals, communities, and cultures and how media products are produced, controlled, and distributed. Through media studies students will gain the knowledge and skills to conceive, plan, design and make media products that engage audiences.

Music Mr Buick

Level 1 NCEA – Music Guideline: Completion of Year 9/10 Music, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: This course covers a wide range of musical contexts and activities, such as performance, aural skills, musical history and analysis, and music materials. Students are expected to be taking weekly lessons (either privately, or through the Itinerant Music Scheme) on an instrument or singing, as performance is a large component of the course.

Course Cost: $18.00 – this covers a season pass to the Chamber Music New Zealand concert series held throughout the year.

Level 2 NCEA – Music Guideline: Completion of Level 1 Music, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: This course builds on the skills covered in Level 1 Music, with the addition of basic instrumentation skills. Students are expected to be taking weekly lessons (either privately, or through the Itinerant Music Scheme) on an instrument or singing, as performance plays a large part of the course. Students are also expected to contribute to musical activities at school.


Level 3 NCEA – Music Prerequisite: Completion of Level 2 Music, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: This course builds on the skills covered in Levels 1 and 2 Music, although students (in consultation with the Head of Department) build an individual programme to suit their particular needs, interests and future intentions. Students are expected to be taking weekly lessons (either privately, or through the Itinerant Music Scheme) on an instrument or singing, and to contribute to musical activities at school.


New Zealand Environment Mrs Garden

Level 2 NCEA – New Zealand Environment Guideline: Completion of Science 101, 102 or 103, or in consultation with the Head

of Department.

Course Information: This course will give students an appreciation of the unique nature of New Zealand’s environment. Students will investigate geological processes that have shaped New Zealand, with a focus on the local landscape of Bluff and Omaui. Students will also investigate the interrelationship of humans and the environment, and how organisms survive in the extreme environments found in New Zealand. This is a one semester course and will be internally assessed.

Course Cost: Field trip (approx $15).

Outside the Square Ms Dodds

Level 1 & 2 NCEA – Outside the Square Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course is two semesters and is centred on a self-directed learning programme that accommodates a range of learning styles within flexible timeframes. It is set against the National Curriculum Document and covers skills needed for life long learning, incorporating the Key Competencies, Literacy and Numeracy. Students will be challenged to make decisions for themselves and be encouraged to participate to the best of their abilities in all aspects of their learning. Unit standards will be offered in Core Generics, Communication Skills and Supported Learning as appropriate to the individual student. Students are able to gain certificates through South Pacific Educational Courses at a range of levels.

Painting / Printmaking (Visual Art) Mrs Templer

Level 2 NCEA – Painting / Printmaking (Visual Art) Guideline: Completion of Level 1 Visual Art, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: Students will work towards planning and developing art works in a selected field across two internal achievement standards – the workbook. They will develop and present works for the external examination on two A1 panels, and interpret a theme developing ideas based on established practice. This subject links with all Level 3 NCEA Visual Arts fields.

Course Cost: A workbook is desirable A4 $6, some art materials, $15 for colour photocopying, and approx $6 for folio cardboard / external examination.

Level 3 NCEA – Painting / Printmaking (Visual Art) Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 or Level 2 Visual Art, or in consultation with the

Head of Department.

Course Information: Students will work towards planning and developing work in a selected field for a three panel folio (the external). Students will interpret a theme developing ideas based on established practice. Art History 301 complements this subject.

Course Cost: A workbook is desirable A3 $6, $15 for colour copying for internal achievement standards.

Performing Arts Miss Rae

Level 2 NCEA – Performing Arts Prerequisite: There is a heavy performance expectation for this class.

Students must be strong in at least two of the Performing Arts disciplines, and have strong literacy skills. One Performing Art discipline must be passed at Level 1 or success has been achieved in exams under private tuition. All students interested in this course are required to have an interview with the Head of Faculty.

Course Information: Students will perform a full length musical in Semester One. This is supported by a comprehensive Portfolio which details their character and their knowledge and understanding of their role to fulfill the intentions of the Musical. Weekly reflections are written to detail their challenges and successes throughout the process. In Semester Two students will discover talents of choreography, devising their own script and analyzing performance techniques based on a prevalent issue faced by New Zealand teenagers. Students in this class will sit an external in Drama at the end of the year.

Course Cost: Students are expected to attend at least two live theatre performances as this supports the requirements of the curriculum, in particular the external examination. Group bookings are made by the Drama Department and will be charged to student accounts.

Performance Drama Miss Rae

Level 1 NCEA – Performance Drama Guideline: None

Course Information: This course includes both practical and written components. Students perform in a variety of drama situations, exploring the elements and conventions of drama and theatre. A portfolio describing their progress is an essential part of the course. This course focuses on working as a member of a group (although they are assessed individually). A large emphasis is placed on using, analysing and reflecting on drama techniques, elements and conventions. Over the year the students will perform in a significant drama, apply features of a theatre form such as Melodrama, and devise their own scripts based on a given starter. Students are expected to go and watch live performances as part of the course requirement. While some performances are assessed in class time, two of the main performances for assessment take place in the evening. These dates will be given to students at the beginning of the year.

Course Cost: Students will be asked to attend at least two live theatre performances as this supports the requirements of the curriculum, in particular the external examination. Group bookings will be made by the Drama Department and students will be asked to pay at Student Services.

Level 2 NCEA – Performance Drama Guideline: Performance Drama 101 and Literacy Skills or private tuition and drama

experience, involvement in school productions, or in consultation with the Head of Faculty.

Course Information: Students develop practical and theoretical knowledge in dramatic skills. This course includes both practical and written components. Students will perform in a significant drama from a given text, as well as devising their own drama for performance. Opportunity is given in the latter for this to be student directed. Students will further learn about the techniques, elements and conventions of drama through applying them in a variety of situations and explaining their purpose as to achieve the desired intention. Students will study a playwright and perform an extract from one of their plays, highlighting the features of the period chosen. Portfolio work is essential documenting progress and understanding of their role. While some performances are assessed in class time, two of the main performances for assessment take place in the evening. These dates will be given to students at the beginning of the year.

Course Cost: Students will be asked to attend at least two live theatre performances as this supports the requirements of the curriculum, in particular the external examination. Group bookings will be made by the Drama Department and students will be asked to pay at Student Services.

Level 3 NCEA – Performance Drama Prerequisite: Performance Drama 201, high standard of performance, and strong

Literacy Skills or Private tuition or involvement in extra-curricular or wider community opportunities, or in consultation with the Head of Faculty.

Course Information: This course requires a high level of skill in both written and performance work. At this level students take greater responsibility in the planning, organisation and shaping of material through a process of negotiation and communication, analysis and evaluation. Students are expected to keep a written portfolio which provides essential supplementary evidence to meet the criteria of each standard. In this portfolio they document and reflect upon the challenges and successes encountered during the course. While some performances are assessed in class time, two of the main performances for assessment take place in the evening. These dates will be given to students at the beginning of the year. Students will be asked to attend several live theatre performances to support the requirements of the curriculum. These visits provide opportunities to watch and evaluate live performance and to reflect on the power or effectiveness of theatre in society. Note taking is encouraged so as to have adequate information to support them in their external preparation.

Course Cost: Group bookings for live theatre will be made by the Drama Department and students will be asked to pay at Student Services.

Photography Mrs Templer

Level 3 NCEA – Photography Prerequisite: Digi Image Level 2 or Visual Art Level 1 and 2, or in consultation with


Course Information: Students will work towards planning and developing photographic art works within a selected field for a 3 panel folio (external). Students will interpret a theme, developing ideas based on established practice. Art History Level 3 complements this subject.

Course Cost: Students will be required to pay all costs of colour printing for the folio for their external examination, approx $80, and a USB memory stick. A workbook is desirable, and $15 for colour copying for internal achievement standards.

Physical Education Mr Beadle

Level 1 NCEA – Physical Education Guideline: Demonstrated high level of participation and motivation in Year 9 and 10

PPE recommended, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This course involves practical and theory based activities which underpin the learning about Physical Education. It includes badminton, running, anatomy, biomechanics, team work, and the ability to critically analyse performance.

Course Cost: Students will be asked to pay at Student Services costs for transport and associated activities (approx $70.00).

Level 2 NCEA – Physical Education Guideline: 12 credits in NCEA Level 1 Physical Education, and in consultation with

the Head of Faculty.

Course Information: This course involves practical and theory based activities which underpin the learning about Physical Education. It includes biomechanics, anatomy, fitness and training theory, risk management, leadership, coaching, and the ability to critically analyse performance.

Course Cost: Students will be asked to pay at Student Services costs for transport and associated activities (approx $80.00).

Level 3 NCEA – Physical Education Prerequisite: In consultation with the Head of Faculty.

Course Information: Students develop their knowledge and skills in the physical education, recreation and leisure fields. They will participate in an outdoor education tramping experience, develop and analyse skill learning, and research a physical trend.

Course Cost: $120 for tramp of Kepler Track.

Physics Mr King

Level 2 NCEA – Physics Guideline: Satisfactory completion of Science 101 and Mathematics 101

OR in consultation with the Head of Department. Mathematics 201 is a co-requisite for this course.

Course Information: Physics 201 will provide an introduction to the main areas of physics: Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Waves and Nuclear Physics, as well as practical skills. Physics offers both internal and external Level 2 Achievement Standards.

Course Cost: A course book is desirable (approx $20).

Level 3 NCEA – Physics Prerequisite: Achievement of Physics 2.4 and 2.6 and satisfactory completion of Level

2 Physics, or in consultation with the Head of Department. A Level 3 Mathematics is a co-requisite for this course.

Course Information: This course builds on the knowledge and skills gained in Level 2. Practical work, with the associated theory, forms the basis of this course. Physics 301 offers both internal and external Level 3 achievement standards in Practical Physics, Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Waves and Modern Physics. Students enrolling in this course should be prepared to complete the year.

Course Cost: A course book is desirable (approx $25).

Science Mrs Garden

Level 1 NCEA – Science 101 Guideline: A high level of achievement in Year 10 Science.

Course Information: Science 101 is a challenging, academic course that gives students the opportunity to study the main branches of Science – Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. It provides a necessary foundation for further study of these in Levels 2 and 3. The majority of the course is externally assessed. This course leads to Level 2 Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Course Cost: A workbook is desirable (approx $20).

Level 1 NCEA – Science 102 Guideline: Satisfactory achievement in Year 10 Science, or in consultation with the

Head of Department.

Course Information: Science 102 is a challenging course that covers the main branches of Science – Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Most of the course is internally assessed. Successful completion of this course may lead to Level 2 Biology and Level 2 single semester courses in Science. This course does NOT lead to Level 2 Chemistry or Physics.

Course Cost: A workbook is desirable (approx $20).

Level 1 NCEA – Science 103 Guideline: Completion of Year 10 Science.

Course Information: Science 103 provides students with the opportunity to continue to develop their knowledge and understanding of Science. It is completely internally assessed and suits students who prefer assessment immediately after learning. This course does NOT lead to Level 2 Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Level 3 NCEA – Science Prerequisite: Completion and achievement in any Level 2 Science course, or in

consultation with the Head of Department. Subject Exclusion: Students studying Level 3 Science may not take Level 3 Biology.

Course Information: This Science course will give students the opportunity to study a broad field of science topics and issues. It will suit students who want to carry on with science but do not want to specialize into the separate science subjects. It will provide a good foundation for entry into careers such as primary teaching. This course will assess standards from Earth and Space Science and also Biology. It is completely internally assessed.

Sound Tech Mr Buick

Level 2/3 NCEA – Sound Tech Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course offers a possible pathway into future study in the area of Audio Engineering. Although Music based, the course has many applications in Performing Arts and Media. Students will use technology to both enhance live performances, and keep a record of those performances. In addition, students will gain experience in setting up and using recording and sound reinforcement equipment. It is expected that this course will work in conjunction with other Performing Arts courses in order to produce plays, productions and concerts. Students can expect to be involved in preparing for the annual major production. Due to the nature of this course, several evenings throughout the year will be spent observing and operating aspects of performances.

Course Cost: Students may be asked to attend shows and performances, and there may be costs associated with these.

Statistics Ms Mattingly

Level 3 NCEA – Statistics 3 Prerequisite: At least Achieved in 91261 Algebra, 91267 Probability, and 14 credits in

Level 2 Mathematics achievement standards, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: This is a course of mathematical study appropriate for those interested in quantitative aspects of the biological and social sciences, medicine, commerce and administration and in general, any field where the collection, analysis and interpretation of qualitative data is important.

Course Cost: Graphics calculator $120.

Te Reo Māori Mrs Wilson

Level 1 NCEA – Te Reo Māori Guideline: Completion of Year 10 in Te Reo Māori, or in consultation with the Head

of Department.

Course Information: The study of Te Reo Māori maintains and builds on the skills of listening, speaking / presenting and performing, reading / viewing and writing that students have acquired in their first two years of study. At this level students will work towards conversing with Te Reo Māori speakers in familiar social situations and cope with some less familiar ones. Using basic Māori language patterns spontaneously, experimenting with new language and reading independently, writing short passages, personal letters, and simple formal letters in Te Reo Māori. Students will increase their confidence in using a range of strategies for learning Te Reo Māori and for communicating with others in predominantly Māori social contexts.


Level 2 NCEA – Te Reo Māori Guideline: 12 credits at Level 1, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: The study of Te Reo Māori at Level 2 maintains and builds on the skills practised at Level 1. The course structure follows the same format as Level 1 with three internal and 2 external achievement standards. At this level students will work towards taking part in general conversations with speakers of Te Reo Māori, understanding most of what is said, and contributing relevant comments. Students will explain and discuss many of their own ideas and opinions, use Te Reo Māori creatively, and read a variety of authentic Te Reo Māori materials and write expressively for a range of purposes. Students will also use a range of strategies to help them learn Te Reo Māori effectively, and demonstrate a high level of fluency.


Level 3 NCEA – Te Reo Māori Prerequisite: 12 credits at Level 2, or in consultation with the Head of the

Department.

Course Information: The study of Te Reo Māori at Level 3 maintains and builds on the skills practised at Level 2. At this level students will take part in general conversations with speakers of Te Reo Māori, understanding most of what is said, and contributing relevant comments. Students will explain and discuss many of their own ideas and opinions, use Te Reo Māori creatively, and read a variety of authentic Te Reo Māori materials and write expressively for a range of purposes. Students will also use a range of strategies to help them learn Te Reo Māori effectively, and demonstrating a high level of fluency.


Theatre Tech Mr Buick

Level 2 & 3 NCEA – Theatre Tech Guideline: None.

Course Information: This course is ideal for students who are interested in supporting the Performing Arts, without necessarily being a performer themselves. It covers important performance technologies such as dealing with sound, lighting, stagecraft (properties), costuming and makeup, as well as undertaking a key production role. It is expected that this course will work in conjunction with other Performing Arts courses in order to produce plays, productions and concerts. Students can expect to be involved in preparing for the annual major production. Due to the nature of this course, several evenings throughout the year will be spent observing and operating aspects of performances.

Course Cost: Students may be asked to attend shows and performances, and there may be costs associated with these.

Third Dimension / Sculpture (Visual Art) Mrs Templer

Level 2 NCEA – Third Dimension / Sculpture (Visual Art) Guideline: Level 1 Visual Art, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Students will work towards planning and developing sculptural art works in selected fields across two internal achievement standards. The workbook and developing and presenting work for the external examination on two A1 panels. Students will interpret a theme developing ideas based on established practice. This subject links with Level 3 NCEA Visual Art fields.

Course Cost: Students will be required to bring some equipment from home and source some materials for making sculptures. A workbook is desirable, $15 for colour photocopying, and $6 for folio cardboard / external examination.

Level 3 NCEA – Sculpture (Visual Art) Prerequisite: Level 1 and Level 2 Visual Art, or in consultation with the Head of

Department.

Course Information: Students will work towards planning and developing sculptural art works in a selected field for a 3 panel folio (external examination). Students will interpret a theme developing ideas based on established practice. Art History Level 3 complements this subject.

Course Cost: Students will be required to pay all costs of colour printing for the folio (external examination), eg in school costs of printing, approx $60. A workbook is desirable, and $15 for colour copying for internal achievement standards.

Tourism Mrs Diack

Level 2 NCEA – Tourism Guideline: Level 1 Numeracy credits, or in consultation with the Head of

Department. Students are expected to show a desire for independent learning.

Course Information: Students learn about key job roles, attractions, activities and events, both in New Zealand and overseas. The students will also learn about tourist characteristics and the business of tourism, and how it impacts socially, physically and culturally on our society.

Level 3 NCEA – Tourism Prerequisite: Level 2 Literacy credits (10), Level 1 Numeracy credits (10), Level 2

compulsory Tourism credits (18). Entry to Level 3 Tourism for students who have failed to complete course requirements at Level 2 will be at the discretion of the Head of Department.

Course Information: Students learn about the significant economic impact tourism has on New Zealand’s economy. Tourism units enable students to identify examples of industry participants, both in New Zealand and destinations overseas. Where appropriate, students may work independently to gain specific unit standards.

Visual Art Mrs Templer

Level 1 NCEA – Visual Art Guideline: Bring out the Artist in Me Learning Package, or Art Worx Learning

Package, or in consultation with the Head of Department.

Course Information: Students will explore a theme developing work across a wide range of art making mediums. They will extend their practical knowledge and creative thinking while producing a folio of work. Students will use drawing methods to record information in wet and dry media in a workbook, and will explore established practice to develop ideas using a range of media. Students will complete 3/4 NCEA achievement standards including a folio of finished works in a variety of mediums.

Course Cost: A workbook is desirable $6.00, folio cardboard approx $6.00, photocopying $15.00.

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