HUTT VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Course Book
NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2016 Course Selection Process
3
Social Sciences
Information for Year 11 Students
5
Level 1 Accounting
30
Information for Year 12 Students
7
Level 2 Accounting
31
Information for Year 13 Students
9
Level 3 Accounting
32
Key (Explanation of Abbreviations)
10
Level 1 Business Studies
32
Vocational Pathways
11
Level 2 Business Studies
33
Curriculum Flow Chart
12
Level 3 Business Studies
33
Level 1 Classical Studies
34
Level 2 Classical Studies
34
Level 3 Classical Studies
35
Level 1 Economics
35
Level 2 Economics
36
Level 3 Economics
36
Level 1 Geography
37
Level 2 Geography
37
Level 3 Geography
38
Level 1 History
39
Level 2 History
40
Level 3 History
41
Level 2 Tourism
42
Level 3 Tourism 1
42
Level 3 Tourism 2
43
English
Level 1 English
13
Level 1 English Modified
14
Level 2 English
14
Level 2 English Modified
15
Level 2 Media Studies
16
Level 3 English
16
Level 3 Media Studies
17
Mathematics
Level 1 Mathematics with Algebra
18
Level 1 Mathematics with Statistics
19
Level 1 Numeracy (Mathematics)
19
Level 2 Mathematics with Algebra
20
Level 2 Mathematics with Statistics
21
Level 3 Calculus
21
Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics
22
Level 3 Statistics
22
Science
Level 1 Science
23
Level 1 Science Internal
24
Level 2 Biology
24
Level 3 Biology
25
Level 2 Chemistry
25
Level 3 Chemistry
26
Senior Horticulture
26
Level 2 Physics
27
Level 3 Physics
28
Level 2 Electronics
29
Level 3 Electronics
29
Physical Education
Level 1 Physical Education
44
Level 1 Sport and Leadership
45
Level 2 Physical Education
46
Level 2 Sport and Outdoor Education
47
Level 3 Physical Education
47
Level 3 Sport
48
Level 3 Sport and Outdoor Education
48
The Arts
Level 1 Art
49
Level 1 Art with Photographic & Digital Media 50
Level 2 Art Design
50
Level 2 Art Painting
51
Level 2 Art Photography
51
Level 2 Art History
52
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The Arts cont.
Languages
Level 3 Art Design
52
Level 1 French
79
Level 3 Art History
53
Level 2 French
80
Level 3 Art Painting
53
Level 3 French
80
Level 3 Art Photography
54
Level 1 German
81
Level 1 Dance
55
Level 2 German
81
Level 2 Dance
56
Level 3 German
82
Level 3 Dance
57
Level 1 Japanese
82
Level 1 Drama
57
Level 2 Japanese
83
Level 2 Drama
58
Level 3 Japanese
83
Level 3 Drama
58
Level 1 Spanish
84
Level 1 Music
59
Level 2 Spanish
84
Level 1 Music Performance
60
Level 3 Spanish
85
Level 2 Music
61
Level 1 Te Reo Māori
85
Level 2 Music Performance
62
Level 2 Te Reo Māori
86
Level 3 Music
63
Level 3 Te Reo Māori
86
Level 1 English Language (Foundation)
87
Level 1 English Language (Senior Beginners)
88
88
Technology
Level 1 Digital Technology
64
Level 1 English Language (Academic)
Level 2 Digital Technology
65
Level 2 Digital Technology for Employment
65
Level 2 English Language
(Beginner/Intermediate)89
Level 2 Computer Science
66
Level 2 English Language (Academic)
89
Level 3 Digital Technology for Employment
66
Level 3 Digital Technology – Programming
67
Level 3 English Language
(Academic Purposes)
90
Level 1 Materials Technology
68
Level 2 Materials Technology
69
Level 3 Materials Technology
70
Level 1 FITEC (Furniture ITO)
70
Level 2 FITEC (Furniture ITO)
71
Level 1 Mechanical Engineering
71
Level 2 Mechanical Engineering
72
Level 1 Design & Visual
Communication (Graphics)
72
Level 2 Design & Visual
Communication (Graphics)
73
Level 3 Design & Visual
Communication (Graphics)
74
Level 1 Fashion Technology
74
Level 2 Fashion Technology
75
Level 3 Fashion Technology
75
Level 1 Practical Food and Nutrition
76
Level 2 Hospitality
77
Level 3 Hospitality
78
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Employment Skills & Gateway
Level 1 Employment Skills
91
Level 2 Employment Skills
92
Level 2/3 Gateway
93
Level 3 Employment Skills
94
2016 COURSE SELECTION PROCESS
This book contains information on the content of the many subjects offered to students at Hutt Valley High School in
Years 11, 12 and 13, and the prerequisites for entry to them.
Step 1 – Read the information relevant to your level of study in this booklet.
Step 2 – Choose your course.
• Talk over the possibilities with the adults you live with, your teachers, Deans, or the Careers Adviser.
• Check what previous qualifications and entry requirements you need to take a subject or course, or for a future career.
• Check the prerequisites for entry into the subjects you need to take.
Note that once you have reached a particular year level you may select other subjects at any lower level. For example,
you may take a mixture of Year 11 and Year 12 subjects if you are a Year 12 student, and a mixture of Year 12 and Year 13
subjects if you are a Year 13 student. It depends on the level of qualification that you need.
In all cases you need to meet the entry requirement listed under the subject in this booklet.
Step 3 – In Term 3 you will select your courses for 2016 online. This needs to be done by 21 August.
For Year 12 and Year 13 Courses only:
Your final course is likely to depend on your examination results, available mid January.
You must attend Course Confirmation Day in 2016 which will be at the start of the school year, on Tuesday 2 February,
unless you have been informed by the school that your course is approved. If there are issues created by your examination
results in January, your Dean may request you to attend Course Confirmation Day to discuss alternative subjects.
Staffing and Course Viability
Selecting a course from the subjects offered in the Year 11 – 13 Course Book is not a guarantee that you will be given
entry to your complete selection, particularly at Years 12 and 13. Staffing is allocated to schools according to Government
determined teacher –student ratios. If the number of students electing to study a given subject falls below the determined
ratio there may not be sufficient teacher time available to continue with the related programme of study. In some cases
classes will not run because of insufficient numbers. In the case of language classes it is often necessary to combine Year
12 and Year 13 students to give viable numbers.
Every endeavour will be made to accommodate student requests but where classes are below the viable size one of the
following may occur:
1. combine levels e.g. Years 12 and 13
2. apply for Correspondence School programmes
3. students select an alternative subject
All credits offered in this booklet are Achievement Standards (either internally or externally assessed) unless
stated otherwise. All Unit Standards are internally assessed. The standards listed are subject to change and may
vary from those printed in the course outline.
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Your Career and Subject Choice Pathway
In choosing a Year 11, Year 12 and Year 13 course you are partly bound by what you have taken in the previous year.
Beyond that you should make sure that your choice of subjects allows for future flexibility and is relevant to your possible
career needs. It is wise for students to think in terms of several possible career areas. Unless you have a definite career
path in mind, keep your options open.
Here are a few simple principles by which you can avoid career limitation:
1.If you are to be in Year 11, plan both your Year 12 and Year 13 courses as well, with a view to future career choice. The
decision to drop Science at Year 11 is a critical one, as entry to Level 2 Chemistry, Biology and Physics is limited to those
who have successfully studied Science at Level 1.
2.If you are to be in Year 12, plan your Year 13 course as well so that your choice of Year 12 subjects leads to an effective
Year 13 course with a view to future career choice, keeping the requirements for University Entrance in mind.
3.If you are to be in Year 13, choose subjects that meet the requirements of University Entrance, the Guaranteed Entry
Score, and your future desired qualifications and career. The Careers Adviser and Deans are able to advise you here.
There is also information on the various university and polytechnic websites which you can find.
4. Most occupations require Mathematics to Level 2 at least.
5.English and other English rich subjects such as History at Level 3 are of considerable benefit for university study as
assessment is often through essays and written assignment work.
6.A maximum of 3 of the following subjects may be taken in one year in Years 12 or 13: Art Painting/Printmaking, Art
Design, Art Photography, Applied Technology, Fashion Technology and Design and Visual Communication (Graphics).
9. Important – Students must consult the NCEA examination timetable for the year in which they will sit to make sure they
do not have 3 exams on one day. If this occurs, a different subject will need to be selected. This timetable will be available
when students do course confirmation in early February. Any problems must be discussed with the Principal’s Nominee.
All students have access to career pathway information and advice both in school and online. Useful website:
www.careers.govt.nz or www.youthguarantee.net.nz you will be able to check that your subjects and career
choices match up.
If you want further direction, see the Careers Adviser or your Deans.
While every effort was made to ensure the information about credits offered was correct at the time of printing, HODs reserve
the right to change these without notification.
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INFORMATION FOR YEAR 11 STUDENTS
NCEA
NCEA stands for the National Certificate of Educational Achievement, and is part of the National Qualification Framework.
HOW DO STUDENTS GAIN AN NCEA?
The NCEA will be awarded at Levels 1, 2 and 3. Level 1 is normally done in Year 11, Level 2 in Year 12 and Level 3 in Year 13.
High achieving Year 13 students will also be able to enter the Scholarship examinations.
Each subject is divided into standards, each standard being worth a number of credits with most subjects offering about
20 credits. The standards may be achievement standards or unit standards.
The results for achievement standards are given as:
• Excellence
• Merit
• Achieved
• Not Achieved
[Please note: The number of credits available for an achievement standard is fixed. Students are encouraged to
strive for Excellence and Merit results even though these do not earn students extra credit.]
All unit standards are internally assessed.
The results for unit standards are given as:
• Achieved
• Not achieved
To gain NCEA at Level 1, Year 11 students will need to earn at least 80 credits. These can come from:
• external assessment against achievement standards (NZQA examinations at the end of the year)
• internal assessment against achievement standards or unit standards (assessed by the classroom teacher in school
throughout the year)
An NCEA Level 1 certificate will be issued to learners who have achieved 80 credits at Level 1 or higher, which must
include 10 credits showing literacy skills and 10 credits showing numeracy skills.
ENDORSED CERTIFICATES
An NCEA Level 1 certificate will be endorsed with Merit if the student gains 50 credits at Merit or Excellence at Level 1 or
higher. An NCEA Level 1 certificate will be endorsed with Excellence if the student gains 50 credits at Excellence at Level
1 or higher.
ENDORSED SUBJECT CERTIFICATES
At all three NCEA levels, students will be able to gain a Merit or Excellence Endorsement in a course (subject). A student
must gain 14 credits or more in a course, in the school year, to get the endorsement. A Merit Endorsement can be made
up of Excellence credits, i.e. 8 Excellence credits and 6 Merit credits will equal a Merit Endorsement.
At least 3 of the 14 credits must be from internally assessed standards and 3 from externally assessed standards (national
exams). PE, and Level 3 Visual Arts will be exempt from this rule.
Students can study at different year levels in a course, but the standards being used towards an endorsement can only be
used once, and will be awarded at the lower level course.
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NCEA FEES
At the time of printing the fee structure for 2016 had not been determined by NZQA. In 2015 New Zealand students paid
$76.70 (International students paid $383.30). These fees are indicative only and may not be the same for 2016.
A New Zealand Scholarship fee of $30 (GST incl) per subject will be charged. The $76.70 NCEA assessment fee no longer
covers entry to any New Zealand Scholarship subjects. International students will continue to pay the full fee of $102.20
(GST incl) per Scholarship subject.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial assistance will continue to be available for those students who meet the financial assistance criteria based on
income, benefit or multiple-candidate applications from one family. Application forms are available on the NZQA website.
For more information on the Financial Assistance Scheme please go to this link: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualificationsstandards/qualifications/ncea/entry-into-ncea/fees-for-ncea/financial-assistance/
Subjects
Some Year 11 subjects can be chosen only when that subject has been studied in Year 9 or Year 10. Once you have
checked these entry requirements in this booklet make sure your course:
• is a broad one allowing future flexibility
• suits your possible career needs
• will interest you, and therefore help you to succeed
NUMBER OF SUBJECTS
All students in Year 11 will take six subjects which will include English, Mathematics and Science plus three other subjects.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED
• English is a compulsory subject.
• Mathematics is a compulsory subject.
• Science is compulsory at Hutt Valley High School. Science covers Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Horticulture.
• M
ost careers which require Physics or Biology also require Chemistry. Examples are careers in medicine, agriculture,
horticulture, consumer and applied science, physiotherapy, pharmacy, marine biology, and environmental science.
• F or engineering, electrical and electronics careers, and many apprenticeships, Science and Mathematics are
considered essential.
• S tudents who are intending to follow careers in Commerce, Music, Art, Languages or the Social Sciences should very
carefully check their requirements for future training or education with their Deans or the Careers Adviser.
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INFORMATION FOR YEAR 12 STUDENTS
Year 12 Students
Students are normally placed in a Year 12 form class regardless of NCEA Level 1 results. The work at NCEA Level 2 is much
more demanding than at Level 1. Students must refer to the entry requirements for Level 2 courses in this booklet
when selecting their course. Students with 75 Level 1 credits will qualify for a full Level 2 programme.
A full course is five subjects. A limited number of students will be allowed to take six subjects with the approval of the
SLT. You need now to choose four subjects from the Year 11 – 13 Course Book in addition to an English course which is
compulsory. Remember your course in Year 12 can be a combination of Year 11 and Year 12 (Level 1 and Level 2 NCEA)
subjects. When choosing your course you need to bear in mind what you would like to study in Year 13 and ensure that
the requirements for University Entrance and the Guaranteed Entry Score are being met.
Students in Year 12 need to be aware that their results are used for decision making about entry to a number of Trade
based training programmes, University programmes, Halls of Residence and Scholarships because these decisions are made
before Level 3 results are available. In some situations an ‘offer of place’ is made conditional on satisfactory Level 3 results.
Courses at Year 12
• English is compulsory (along with a strong recommendation that Mathematics and a Science subject be taken).
• A minimum of 10 numeracy credits at any level are required for University Entrance.
• Students should select a course that is well –balanced and meets their future needs.
Qualifications
There are two levels of NCEA available to Year 12 students. Students at Year 12 should base their subject choices around
the level of qualification that they require. These are:
1.NCEA LEVEL 2
At the beginning of the year each subject teacher will provide students with a course outline indicating the standards to
be attempted in that year. NCEA Level 2 will follow a similar pattern to NCEA Level 1.
2.NCEA LEVEL 1
Year 12 students may take one or more Level 1 subjects as part of their Year 12 course. These students will obtain standards
at two different levels: NCEA Level 1 in some subjects, NCEA Level 2 in others.
To gain a Level 2 certificate students need to achieve 60 credits at Level 2 or higher and 20 credits at Level 1 or higher
(These Level 1 credits may have been gained in Year 11).
ENDORSED CERTIFICATE
An NCEA Level 2 certificate will be endorsed with Merit if the student gains 50 credits at Merit or Excellence at Level 2 or
higher. An NCEA Level 2 certificate will be endorsed with Excellence if the student gains 50 credits at Excellence at Level
2 or higher.
ENDORSED SUBJECT CERTIFICATES
At all three NCEA levels, students will be able to gain a Merit or Excellence Endorsement in a course (subject). A student
must gain 14 credits or more in a course, in the school year, to get the endorsement. A Merit Endorsement can be made
up of Excellence credits, i.e. 8 Excellence credits and 6 Merit credits will equal a Merit Endorsement.
At least 3 of the 14 credits must be from internally assessed standards and 3 from externally assessed standards (national
exams). PE, and Level 3 Visual Arts will be exempt from this rule.
Students can study at different year levels in a course. But the standards being used towards an endorsement can only be
used once, and will be awarded at the lower level course.
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NCEA FEES
At the time of printing the fee structure for 2016 had not been determined by NZQA. In 2015 New Zealand students paid
$76.70 (International students paid $383.30). These fees are indicative only and may not be the same for 2016.
A New Zealand Scholarship fee of $30 (GST incl) per subject will be charged. The $76.70 NCEA assessment fee no longer
covers entry to any New Zealand Scholarship subjects. International students will continue to pay the full fee of $102.20
(GST incl) per Scholarship subject.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial assistance will continue to be available for those students who meet the financial assistance criteria based on
income, benefit or multiple-candidate applications from one family. Application forms are available on the NZQA website.
For more information on the Financial Assistance Scheme please go to this link: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualificationsstandards/qualifications/ncea/entry-into-ncea/fees-for-ncea/financial-assistance/
Subject Entry to Year 12 Courses
STUDENTS WHO GAIN NCEA LEVEL 1
1.Students who have gained their NCEA Level 1 are entitled to attempt a full five subject Level 2 course in subjects where
they meet the entry requirements. 14 or 15 credits is usually the minimum requirement in each subject.
2.Entry to specific subjects is determined by the entry requirements set by each department. A rough guide to these are
listed these are listed in this booklet. If a student does not meet the specific entry requirement, HOD approval may be
sought depending on the student’s particular circumstances.
3. This decision is made in consultation with the HOD and is determined by a student’s particular circumstances.
STUDENTS WHO DO NOT GAIN NCEA LEVEL 1
1.Students who achieve fewer than 75 credits will need to take a combination of Level 1 and Level 2 subjects in Year 12.
The number of Level 2 subjects that may be taken will be dependent on meeting individual subject entry requirements.
2.For students who do not gain sufficient credits in any subject at Level 1, it may still be possible for them to take one
NCEA Level 2 subject. However, they must request permission from the HOD of the subject that they are particularly
interested in.
ALL STUDENTS
1.For students who gain the number of Level 1 credits required to continue in a subject at Level 2, but choose not to
carry on in that subject, they may substitute another subject in its place, provided they meet the entry requirements.
2. For subjects that ‘split’ into more than one subject at Year 12:
• You may take more than 2 Science subjects.
• Y
ou may take a maximum of 3 of the following – Art Painting/Printmaking, Art Design, Art Photography, Applied
Technology, Fashion and Design and Visual Communication (Graphics).
• Y
ou may take up to two courses of either Physical Education or Sport and Leadership or Sport and Outdoor Education
but you must discuss this with the Dean.
Please note: Auckland University will require 17 credits in English at either Level 2 or 3 for a guaranteed place from 2016.
In all cases the entry requirement for the individual subject must be met, and the approval of the HOD is required.
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INFORMATION FOR YEAR 13 STUDENTS
The following information offers guidelines for course selection for Year 13 courses of study. Senior students are advised
to contact their Deans, or the Careers Adviser, if they have queries regarding their programmes.
Most students will be studying for the NCEA Level 3 qualification. Those students who have not achieved NCEA Level 2 will
take a combination of Level 2 and Level 3 subjects. The number of Level 3 subjects that may be taken will be dependent
on the student’s results at Level 2. Students with 55 or more Level 2 credits qualify for a full five subject Level 3 programme.
Entry to specific subjects is determined by the entry requirements set for each subject. These are listed in this booklet.
The HOD may approve entry according to the student’s circumstances.
High achieving students will be encouraged to enter the New Zealand Scholarship written examinations.
Points to Consider
1.All Year 13 students are required to undertake a full course of study, which involves at least five subjects and twenty
hours tuition per week.
2. Because tertiary institutions apply different criteria to NZ citizens, permanent residents and international students, all
students are responsible for checking entry details with the tertiary institution they plan to attend.
3.Students intending university study should choose NCEA Level 3 subjects from the approved list produced by
NZQA, (and listed on the page 11), provided they meet the specific subject entry requirements. Universities in both
Australia and New Zealand are selecting students for entry to first year courses based on the number of credits
at Excellence, Merit and Achieved levels in subjects drawn from the Approved Subjects List (on page 11).
Victoria University recommends students intending to go to any university should take at least four subjects from the
Approved Subjects List. Students are responsible for checking the requirements for their preferred university. Note
that these vary.
4.Students should aim for the highest achievement possible in each standard. This is advised because tertiary institutions
may rank students on the basis of their best Level 3 credits.
5.To achieve University Entrance all students (domestic and international) must meet the literacy and numeracy
requirements as listed on the next page. Students in English Language courses need to be clear as to what course
provides the relevant credits. Further information is available from the Head of the English Language Department.
6. Some Australian universities have a more strict language requirement than New Zealand University Entrance. Students
intending to study at a university in Australia should consider taking Level 3 English as this is often required.
7.Students should consult tertiary institutions to ensure they choose any required subjects for the courses they are interested
in studying. Students are advised to access websites and published material available through the Careers Adviser.
8.Careful choice of subjects is essential. It is difficult to make course changes in the NCEA system. In addition, the
cumulative workload of specific subjects must be given careful consideration in the selection process.
9.You may take a maximum of 3 of the following – Art Painting/Printmaking, Art Design, Art Photography, Applied
Technology, Fashion and Design and Visual Communication (Graphics).
NCEA FEES
At the time of printing the fee structure for 2016 had not been determined by NZQA. In 2015 New Zealand students paid
$76.70 (International students paid $383.30). These fees are indicative only and may not be the same for 2016.
A New Zealand Scholarship fee of $30 (GST incl) per subject will be charged. The $76.70 NCEA assessment fee no longer
covers entry to any New Zealand Scholarship subjects. International students will continue to pay the full fee of $102.20
(GST incl) per Scholarship subject.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial assistance will continue to be available for those students who meet the financial assistance criteria based on
income, benefit or multiple-candidate applications from one family. Application forms are available on the NZQA website.
For more information on the Financial Assistance Scheme please go to this link: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualificationsstandards/qualifications/ncea/entry-into-ncea/fees-for-ncea/financial-assistance/
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The Common University Entrance Standard
A person shall be qualified for entrance to a university in New Zealand if he/she has obtained:
1.A completed NCEA Level 3 Certificate with at least 14 credits in each of 3 subjects from the Approved Subject List
(page 11) and
2. 10 credits (from a specified list) at NCEA Level 1 or higher for numeracy, and
3. 10 credits at NCEA Level 2 (or higher) for literacy (also from a specified list) 5 in reading, 5 in writing.
For detailed information refer to: www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/univerity-entrance
University Entrance
Level 3 NCEA – Minimum
of 60 Level 3 credits
14 credits at Level 3
or higher in an
approved subject
10 numeracy credits
at Level 1 or higher
University Entrance
14 credits at Level 3
or higher in an
approved subject
14 credits at Level 3
or higher in an
approved subject
10 literacy credits at
Level 2 or higher:
5 reading and 5 writing
GUARANTEED ENTRY SCORES
Gaining University Entrance does not give an automatic right of entry to a university in New Zealand. Students must
check the individual websites of the universities for current information about what is needed to gain a place, especially
in subjects such as medicine, engineering, architecture and law.
Please note: Auckland University will require 17 credits in English at either Level 2 or 3 for a guaranteed place from 2016.
*LIST OF APPROVED SUBJECTS
Note: Not all of the subjects listed below are offered at Hutt Valley High School
Accounting
Agriculture and Horticulture
Biology
Business Studies
Calculus
Chemistry
Chinese
Classical Studies
Construction & Mechanical
Technologies
Cook Island Maori
Dance
Design (Practical Art)
Design & Visual Communication
(Graphics)
Digital Technologies
Drama
Earth & Space Science
Economics
Education for Sustainability
English
French
Geography
German
Health Education
History
History of Art Home Economics
Indonesian
Japanese
Korean
Latin
Mathematics
Media Studies
Music Studies
Painting (Practical Art)
Photography (Practical Art)
Physical Education
Physics
Printmaking (Practical Art)
Processing Technologies
Religious Studies
Samoan
Science
Sculpture (Practical Art)
Spanish
Social Studies
Statistics
Technology
Te Reo Maori
Te Reo Rangatira
Explanation of abbreviations used in individual subject statements
L1 Lit – credits qualify for Level 1 Literacy
Num – credits qualify for Level 1 and University Entrance numeracy
UE Lit – credits qualify for University Entrance literacy in either reading or writing as listed
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VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS & HUTT VALLEY HIGH
Your son/daughter may receive a Vocational Pathways Award with their Level 2 or 3 NCEA results. Vocational Pathways
help identify the skills and learning a young person has achieved that could relate to different employment sectors. The
pathways have been designed to enable students to be better informed when making choices for their school subjects
and future career or education goals.
In order to earn a Vocational Pathway Award, students will need NCEA Level 2, including Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
requirements. Of the credits they achieve, they require a minimum of 20 from the same sector pathway to get an award.
There are six Sector Pathways that make links between assessment and industries clearer.
The Sectors are:
• Primary Industries
• Services Industries
• Social & Community Services
• Manufacturing & Technology
• Construction & Infrastructure
• Creative Industries
The student’s individual Pathway graph can be accessed when they log in to the NZQA website using their personal log
in details. http://www.nzqa.govt.nz
To find out more detail about the different sectors go to http://youthguarantee.net.nz/vocational-pathways
The school team are excited about the personalised career information this puts in front of the students to help them
identify their strengths.
The vocation information assists with, but should not dominate, students’ subject selections. The aim of the Ministry’s
Vocational Pathways is to open students’ eyes to the range of opportunities available to them.
In this book, each Level 2 subject has a graphic depicting which Vocational Pathways are relevant to it. Not every standard
is relevant. Look for the following as a guide:
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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HUTT VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
CURRICULUM FLOW CHART 2016
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
English1
English1 or
English Modified
English1 or
English Modified
Media Studies
English
Mathematics1
Mathematics with
Algebra1 or
Mathematics with
Statistics or
Numeracy (Mathematics)
Mathematics with Algebra
Calculus
Mathematics with
Statistics
Mathematics with
Statistics
Statistics
Year 9
Year 10
English1
Mathematics1
Media Studies
Science1
Science1
Science1
Science Internal
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Electronics
Senior Horticulture
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Electronics
Senior Horticulture
Social Studies1
Social Studies1
History
Geography
Classical Studies
History
Geography
Classical Studies
Tourism
History
Geography
Classical Studies
Tourism 1
Tourism 2
Economics
Accounting
Business Studies
Economics
Accounting
Business Studies
Economics
Accounting
Business Studies
Physical Education &
Health1
Physical Education &
Health1
Physical Education
Sport and Leadership
Physical Education
Sport & Outdoor
Education
Physical Education
Sport
Sport & Outdoor
Education
Art
Art or Art Enrichment
Art
Art with Photographic &
Digital Media
Art Painting
Art Design
Art Photography
Art History
Art Painting
Art Design
Art Photography
Art History
Dance or Dance
Enrichment
Drama
Dance
Dance
Dance
Dance
Drama
Drama
Drama
Drama
Music or Music
Enrichment
Music Band
Music
Music
Music
Music
Music Band
Music Performance
Music Performance
Digital Technology
Digital Technology
Digital Technology
Materials Technology
Materials Technology or
Workshop Technology
Design and Visual
Communication (Graphics)
Fashion Technology
Food Technology
Design and Visual
Communication (Graphics)
Fashion Technology
Food Technology
Materials Technology
Furniture ITO
Mechanical Engineering
Design and Visual
Communication (Graphics)
Fashion & Textiles Design
Practical Food and
Nutrition
Digital Technology
Digital Technology for
Employment
Computer Science
Materials Technology
Furniture ITO
Mechanical Engineering
Design and Visual
Communication (Graphics)
Fashion & Textiles Design
Hospitality
Design and Visual
Communication (Graphics)
Fashion & Textiles Design
Food and Nutrition
Hospitality
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
Literacy Support
Numeracy Support
English Language
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
Literacy Support
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
English Language
English Language
Foundation
English Language Senior
Beginners
English Language
Academic
English Language
(Beginner/Intermediate)
English Language
Geography
English Language
Academic
English Language
Academic Purposes
Employment Skills
Employment Skills
Gateway
Employment Skills
Gateway
1
= Compulsory
Staffing and other forward planning may result in changes to the subjects scheduled above.
For more detailed information, see relevant subject information booklets.
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Employment
Digital Technology Programming
Materials Technology
ENGLISH
Head of Department – Fiona Pearson
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
English
English
English or
English Modified
English or
English Modified
English
Media Studies
Media Studies
LEVEL 1 ENGLISH
11ENGL
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open Entry
Course Content: This course will continue to develop and stretch students in reading, writing, listening, speaking,
viewing and presenting. Students will complete studies of two extended texts (play/novel), a film, and short texts (short
stories and/or poetry) over the course of the year. They will make choices about some of the internal assessments they
attempt. This will allow students to tailor their course to their strengths and develop an individual learning pathway.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90849
English 1.1 – Show understanding of specified aspect(s)
of studied written text(s), using supporting evidence
External
AS90850
English 1.2 – Show understanding of specified aspect(s) of
studied visual or oral text(s), using supporting evidence
AS90851
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Exam
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
English 1.3 – Show understanding of significant aspects
of unfamiliar written text(s) through close reading, using
supporting evidence
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90052
English 1.4 – Produce creative writing
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS90053
English 1.5 – Produce formal writing
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS90857
English 1.6 – Construct and deliver an oral text
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Speech
AS90852
English 1.8 – Explain significant connections across texts,
using supporting evidence
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS90853
English 1.9 – Use of information literacy for form
conclusions
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
13
LEVEL 1 ENGLISH MODIFIED
11ENGM
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open Entry
Course Content: This course offers a complete programme of assessment in reading, writing, viewing and speaking
tasks. It allows students more time for some assessments and will allow them to make a decision, with the support of their
teacher, about how many standards to attempt in the exam.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90849
English 1.1 – Show understanding of specified aspect(s)
of studied written text(s), using supporting evidence
External
AS90850
English 1.2 – Show understanding of specified aspect(s)
of studied visual or oral text(s), using supporting evidence
AS90851
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Exam
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
English 1.3 – Show understanding of significant aspects
of unfamiliar written text(s) through close reading, using
supporting evidence
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90855
English 1.7 – Create a visual text
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS90857
English 1.6 – Construct and deliver an oral text
Internal
2
L1 Lit
Speech
AS90852
English 1.8 – Explain significant connection(s) across texts, Internal
using supporting evidence
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS90856
English 1.11 – Show understanding of visual and/or oral
texts through close viewing and/or listening, using
supportive evidence
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
Internal
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 2 ENGLISH
12ENGL
Guidelines for Course Entry: At least 14 credits in Level 1 English.
Course Content: Reading and writing will make up the biggest components of this course. In particular, students will
be expected to develop analytical skills during their literature studies. Every student will complete at least four such
studies: a novel, a Shakespearean play, short texts (short stories and/or poetry), and a film. Students will also be required
to undertake a text connections task, and to keep a portfolio of original writing. A speech achievement standard will be
offered additionally to all students on an opt-in basis.
Standard
Title
AS91098
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
English 2.1 – Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied written External
text(s), supported by evidence
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91099
English 2.2 – Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual
or oral text(s), supported by evidence
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91100
English 2.3 – Analyse significant aspects of unfamiliar
written text(s) through close reading, supported by
evidence
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91101
English 2.4 – Produce a selection of crafted and
controlled writing
Internal
6
UE Lit
Writing
Portfolio
AS91104
English 2.7 – Analyse significant connections across texts,
supported by evidence
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
14
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 2 ENGLISH MODIFIED
12ENGM
Guidelines for Course Entry: 6 credits at Level 1 English or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Students who have not met the pre–requisite for Level 2 English will be given the opportunity to
enrol in this modified Year 12 English course. This course will develop the skills of reading, writing, listening, speaking
and viewing. Students will complete a text connections study in which they make comparisons, between a number of
different texts. They will also be offered a choice between analysing a visual text or writing a Media text which appeals
to a specific audience. Students will be assessed at either Level 1 or Level 2 for each achievement standard they attempt,
depending on their ability and need. A speech achievement standard will be offered additionally to all students on an
opt–in basis. Students will make a decision, with the support of their teacher, about how many standards to attempt in
the exam.
Standard
Title
AS91098
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
English 2.1 – Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied written External
text(s), supported by evidence
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91099
English 2.2 – Analyse specified aspect(s) of studied visual
or oral text(s), supported by evidence
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91100
English 2.3 – Analyse significant aspects of unfamiliar
written text(s) through close reading, supported by
evidence
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91103
English 2.6 – Create a crafted and controlled visual and
verbal text
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91104
English 2.7 – Analyse significant connections across texts,
supported by evidence
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91107
English 2.10 – Analyse aspects of visual and/or oral text(s)
through close viewing and/or listening, supported by
evidence
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91255
Media Studies 2.8 – Write developed media text for
a specific target audience
Internal
3
UE Lit
Writing
Assignment
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
15
LEVEL 2 MEDIA STUDIES
12MEDA
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits in NCEA Level 1 English.
Course Content: Students will investigate the conventions of television, film and print media. They will also produce
a film trailer when completing their media production task. Proven ability in English is a pre–requisite for this course.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91250
Media Studies 2.3 – Demonstrate understanding of
representation in the media
Internal
AS91251
Media Studies 2.4 – Demonstrate understanding of an
aspect of a media genre
AS91252
Media Studies 2.5 – Produce a design and plan for a
developed media product using a range of conventions
AS91253
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
Media Studies 2.6 – Complete a developed media product Internal
from a design and plan using a range of conventions
6
L1 Lit
Assignment
Costs: $20 to cover a field trip
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 ENGLISH
13ENGL
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits in Level 2 English.
Course Content: Students will continue to focus on reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing skills. They will
be trained in how to develop logical written arguments in response to their literature studies. All students will study
a written text and film over the course of the year. Some classes will study a Shakespearean play and complete the
research task, others will study a non–Shakespearean drama and complete the connections task.
Students will be enrolled in two of the three external standards. They will make a decision, with the support of their
teacher, about whether or not to attempt the third external standard. They may also be offered the opportunity to deliver
an oral presentation as an extra assessment task.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91472
English 3.1 – Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of
studied written text(s), supported by evidence
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91473
English 3.2 – Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of
studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91474
English 3.3 – Respond critically to significant aspects of
unfamiliar written texts through close reading, supported
by evidence
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91475
English 3.4 – Produce a selection of fluent and coherent
writing which develops, sustains, and structures ideas
Internal
6
UE Lit
Writing
Portfolio
AS91478
English 3.7 – Respond critically to significant connections
across texts, supported by evidence
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91479
English 3.8 – Develop an informed understanding of
literature and/or language using critical texts
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
Costs: $20.00 for Shakespeare Text for students who wish to purchase their own copy
This subject is on the UE Approved List
16
LEVEL 3 MEDIA STUDIES
13MEDA
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits in Level 2 Media Studies.
Course Content: This course will give students the opportunity to investigate the language, conventions, and audiences
of film and television. Students will plan and produce their own film.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91493
Media Studies 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a
relationship between a media genre and society
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91494
Media Studies 3.5 – Produce a design for a media product
that meets the requirements of a brief
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91495
Media Studies 3.6 – Produce a media product to meet the
requirements of a brief
Internal
6
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91497
Media Studies 3.8 – Write a complex media text for a
specific audience
Internal
3
UE Lit
Writing
Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: $40 covers 2 field trips
This subject is on the UE Approved List
17
MATHEMATICS
Head of Department – James Hurring
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
Mathematics
Mathematics
Mathematics
with Algebra or
Mathematics
with Algebra
Calculus
Mathematics
with Statistics or
Mathematics
with Statistics
Mathematics
with Statistics
Statistics
Numeracy
(Mathematics)
Numeracy Requirement for NCEA Level 1: All students need a minimum of 10 credits in Numeracy for the award
of NCEA Level 1. All Mathematics standards count towards Numeracy as well as selected papers in other subjects.
“NZQA advises that students are disadvantaged if they do not have a graphics calculator.”
We recommend the Casio fx-9750GII Graphics calculator
LEVEL 1 MATHEMATICS WITH ALGEBRA
11MATH
Guidelines for Course Entry: Demonstrated competency at Year 10 including Algebra and Numeric Reasoning. Students
will be placed at the discretion of the HOD and on the recommendation of their Year 10 Mathematics teacher.
Course Content: Algebra, trigonometry, geometric reasoning, statistics, graphs and probability. Emphasis is on using
Mathematics in a realistic situation. For successful students this course leads either to 12MATH or 12MAST.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91035
Mathematics and Statistics 1.10 – Investigate a given
multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle
Internal
AS91032
Mathematics and Statistics 1.7 – Apply right –angled
triangles in solving measurement problems
AS91031
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Internal
3
Num
Exam with
a practical
component
Mathematics and Statistics 1.6 – Apply geometric
reasoning in solving problems
External
4
Num
Exam
AS91028
Mathematics and Statistics 1.3 – Investigate relationships
between tables, equations and graphs
External
4
Num
Exam
AS91027
Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 – Apply algebraic
procedures in solving problems
External
4
Num
Exam
Costs: A Nulake Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $14.95)
Highly recommended: Casio fx-9750GII Graphics calculator
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
18
Credits
LEVEL 1 MATHEMATICS WITH STATISTICS 11MAST
Guidelines for Course Entry: As recommended by their Year 10 Mathematics teacher, in consultation with HOD
Mathematics and the Deans.
Course Content: This course is designed for those students who struggle with algebra but demonstrate a sound
understanding of the basics in other topics. It covers measurement, trigonometry, statistics, probability and linear
algebra. For successful students this course leads to 12MAST. Alternative Standards may be offered to students at risk of
not achieving the numeracy requirements for NCEA Level 1.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91036
Mathematics and Statistics 1.11 – Investigate bivariate
numerical data using the statistical enquiry cycle
Internal
AS91035
Mathematics and Statistics 1.10 – Investigate a given
multivariate data set using the statistical enquiry cycle
AS91032
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Mathematics and Statistics 1.7 – Apply right –angled
triangles in solving measurement problems
Internal
3
Num
Exam with
a practical
component
AS91027
Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 – Apply algebraic
procedures in solving problems
External
4
Num
Exam
AS91029
Mathematics and Statistics 1.4 – Apply linear algebra in
solving problems
Internal
3
Num
Exam
Costs: A Nulake Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $6.50)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 1 NUMERACY (MATHEMATICS)
11NUMS
Guidelines for Course Entry: As recommended by their Year 10 Mathematics teacher, in consultation with HOD
Mathematics and the Deans.
Course Content: This alternative course concentrates on the three numeracy standards to help ensure students are able
to meet the numeracy requirement for NCEA Level 1. The numeracy standards cover the basics of measurement, numeric
reasoning and statistics. Once a student has completed the numeracy standards there will be an opportunity to work
towards three mathematics standards covering numeric reasoning, transformation geometry and linear algebra. This
course does not lead to any Year 12 course.
Standard
Title
Type
US 26627
Use measurement to solve problems
Internal
US 26626
Interpret statistical information for a purpose
US 26623
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
Num
Portfolio
Internal
3
Num
Portfolio
Use number to solve problems
Internal
4
Num
Portfolio
AS91026
Mathematics and Statistics 1.1 – Apply numeric reasoning
in solving problems
Internal
4
Num
Exam
AS91034
Mathematics and Statistics 1.9 – Apply transformation
geometry in solving problems
Internal
2
Num
Exam
AS91029
Mathematics and Statistics 1.4 – Apply linear algebra in
solving problems
Internal
3
Num
Exam
Costs: Nil
Does not lead to any Level 2 or Level 3 Mathematics course
19
LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS WITH ALGEBRA
12MATH
Guidelines for Course Entry: Minimum of 16 Achievement Standard credits (though preferably more) from NCEA
Level 1 Mathematics with Algebra including algebra and graphs (preferably at Merit level), or by negotiation with the
HOD Mathematics.
Course Content: Algebra, graphs, an introduction to calculus, co–ordinate geometry, sequences and series and
probability. The course prepares students for both Mathematics with Calculus and Statistics and Modelling at Year 13.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91269
Mathematics and Statistics 2.14 – Apply systems of
equations in solving problems
Internal
AS91267
Mathematics and Statistics 2.12 – Apply probability
methods in solving problems
AS91262
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
2
Num
Exam
External
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Mathematics and Statistics 2.7 – Apply calculus methods
in solving problems
External
5
Num
Exam
AS91261
Mathematics and Statistics 2.6 – Apply algebraic methods
in solving problems
External
4
Num
Exam
AS91259
Mathematics and Statistics 2.4 – Apply trigonometric
relationships in solving problems
Internal
3
Num
Exam
AS91256
Mathematics and Statistics 2.1 – Apply co –ordinate
geometry methods in solving problems
Internal
2
Num
Exam
Costs: A Nulake Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $13.95)
Highly recommended: Casio fx-9750GII Graphics calculator
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
20
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS WITH STATISTICS 12MAST
Guidelines for Course Entry: Minimum of 18 Achievement Standard credits from NCEA Level 1 Mathematics with
Statistics or 16 Achievement Standard credits from NCEA Level 1 Mathematics with Algebra or by negotiation with HOD
Mathematics. This must include either Chance and Data or Multivariate Data, though preferably both.
Course Content: This course has a statistics focus and prepares students for Year 13 Mathematics with Statistics. It
covers statistical inference, probability methods, simulation, sequences and series, trigonometry, systems of equations,
networks and co–ordinate geometry.
* Students with Merit Endorsement can apply to do Year 13 Statistics and Modelling
Standard
Title
Type
AS91268
Mathematics and Statistics 2.13 – Investigate a situation
involving elements of chance using a simulation
Internal
AS91267
Mathematics and Statistics 2.12 – Apply probability
methods in solving problems
AS91264
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
2
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
External
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Mathematics and Statistics 2.9 – Use statistical methods
to make an inference
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91260
Mathematics and Statistics 2.5 – Apply network methods
in solving problems
Internal
2
Num
Exam
AS91259
Mathematics and Statistics 2.4 – Apply trigonometric
relationships in solving problems
Internal
3
Num
Exam
AS91258
Mathematics and Statistics 2.3 – Apply sequences and
series in solving problems
Internal
2
Num
Exam
AS91256
Mathematics and Statistics 2.1 – Apply co –ordinate
geometry methods in solving problems
Internal
2
Num
Exam
Costs: A Nulake Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $12.00)
Recommended: Casio fx-9750GII Graphics calculator
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 CALCULUS
13MCAL
Guidelines for Course Entry: A minimum of 16 credits (though preferably more) from NCEA Level 2 Mathematics
including algebra and calculus, preferably at Merit level.
Course Content: Differentiation, integration, algebra of complex numbers, trigonometry and conic sections.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91579
Mathematics and Statistics 3.7 – Apply integration
methods in solving problems
External
AS91578
Mathematics and Statistics 3.6 – Apply differentiation
methods in solving problems
AS91577
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
6
Num
Exam
External
6
Num
Exam
Mathematics and Statistics 3.5 – Apply the algebra of
complex numbers in solving problems
External
5
Num
Exam
AS91573
Mathematics and Statistics 3.1 – Apply the geometry of
conic sections in solving problems
Internal
3
Num
Exam
AS91575
Mathematics and Statistics 3.3 – Apply trigonometric
methods in solving problems
Internal
4
Num
Exam
Costs: A Nulake Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $14.95)
Recommended: Casio fx-9750GII Graphics calculator
This subject is on the UE Approved List
21
LEVEL 3 MATHEMATICS WITH STATISTICS 13MAST
Guidelines for Course Entry: 16 credits from NCEA Level 2 Mathematics with Statistics, including Probability Methods
and inference or 12 credits from NCEA Level 2 Mathematics with Algebra including Probability Methods or at the
discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Time series, expected values, probability models, statistical investigations, bivariate data and linear
programming. This course will concentrate on Achieve level material in each of the topics studied.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91574
Mathematics and Statistics 3.2 – Apply linear
programming methods in solving problems
Internal
AS91576
Mathematics and Statistics 3.4 – Use critical path analysis
in solving problems
AS91580
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
Num
Exam
Internal
2
Num
Exam
Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 – Investigate time
series data
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91581
Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 – Investigate bivariate
measurement data
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91582
Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 – Use statistical methods
to make a formal inference
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91587
Mathematics and Statistics 3.15 – Apply systems of
simultaneous equations in solving problems
Internal
3
Num
Exam
Costs: A Nulake Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $13.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 3 STATISTICS
13STAT
Guidelines for Course Entry: A minimum of 16 credits (though preferably more) from NCEA Level 2 Mathematics
with Algebra credits including Probability Methods, preferably with Merit or a Merit Endorsement from NCEA Level 2
Mathematics with Statistics.
Course Content: Time series, probability, statistical inference, probability distributions and bivariate data.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91586
Mathematics and Statistics 3.14 – Apply probability
distributions in solving problems
External
AS91585
Mathematics and Statistics 3.13 – Apply probability
concepts in solving problems
AS91582
Lit/Num
Method
4
Num
Exam
External
4
Num
Exam
Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 – Use statistical methods
to make a formal inference
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91581
Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 – Investigate bivariate
measurement data
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91580
Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 – Investigate time series
data
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Costs: A Nulake Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $13.95)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
22
Credits
SCIENCE
Head of Department – Evan Sutherland
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
Science
Science
Science
Biology
Biology
Science Internal
Chemistry
Chemistry
Physics
Physics
Electronics
Electronics
Senior Horticulture
Senior Horticulture
LEVEL 1 SCIENCE
11SCIE
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry
Course Content:
1 Biology – genetics and evolution
2 Chemistry – acids and bases, carbon chemistry
3 Physics – mechanics
4 Carry out a practical investigation
We are continually developing and improving our Science programme. As a result, in the Level 1 Science course there
may be classes that use an inquiry based learning model offering alternative standards including classes that have units
from ‘Education for Sustainability’ included in the course.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS90948
Science 1.9 – Demonstrate understanding of biological
ideas relating to genetic variation
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90945
Science 1.6 – Investigate implications of the use of carbon
compounds as fuels
Internal
4
Research paper
AS90944
Science 1.5 – Demonstrate understanding of aspects
of acids and bases
External
4
Exam
AS90940
Science 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of aspects
of mechanics
External
4
Num
Exam
AS90935
Physics 1.1 – Carry out a practical physics investigation
that leads to a linear mathematical relationship, with
direction
Internal
4
Num
Practical Test
Costs: A Level 1 NCEA Science Workbook is available for purchase (approximately $25.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
23
LEVEL 1 SCIENCE INTERNAL
11SCII
Guidelines for Course Entry: As recommended by the student’s Year 10 Science teacher, in consultation with the HOD
Science and the Dean.
Course Content:
1 Horticulture – growing plants from seeds
2 Physics – heat in everyday life
3 Biology – micro –organisms
4 Chemistry – chemical reactions
This is a course for students who will probably not need entry into Level 2 Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US23783
Grow and maintain plants in containers from seed
Internal
5
Portfolio/Test
US18974
Demonstrate knowledge of chemical change
Internal
2
Test
US18969
Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of living
things, organs, and an organ system
Internal
2
Test
AS90950
Science 1.11 – Investigate biological ideas relating to
interactions between humans and micro –organisms
Internal
4
Portfolio
AS90943
Science 1.4 – Investigate implications of heat for
everyday life
Internal
4
Num
Portfolio
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Does not lead to a Level 3 subject
LEVEL 2 BIOLOGY
12BIOL
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 1 Achievement Standards in Science or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This subject involves the study of living things. It includes:
• Gene Expression – how genes work
• Cells – structure, function and diversity of cells and organelles
• Genetics – variation and change
Standard
Title
Type
AS91159
Biology 2.7 – Demonstrate understanding of
gene expression
External
AS91158
Biology 2.6 – Investigate a pattern in an ecological
community, with supervision
AS91157
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
Biology 2.5 – Demonstrate understanding of genetic
variation and change
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91156
Biology 2.4 – Demonstrate understanding of life
processes at the cellular level
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91153
Biology 2.1 – Carry out a practical investigation in
a biology context, with supervision
Internal
4
Num
Practical
Costs: A workbook is available for purchase (approximately $35.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 3 BIOLOGY
13BIOL
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 2 Biology or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This subject involves the study of living things. It includes:
• Plants and animals – behaviour and responses to environmental factors
• Evolution – processes and patterns leading to the development of the biotic world
• Human Evolution – trends in the development of Homo sapiens
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91607
Biology 3.7 – Demonstrate understanding of human
manipulations of genetic transfer and its biological
implications
Internal
3
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91606
Biology 3.6 – Demonstrate understanding of trends in
human evolution
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91605
Biology 3.5 – Demonstrate understanding of evolutionary
processes leading to speciation
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91603
Biology 3.3 – Demonstrate understanding of the
responses of plants and animals to their external
environment
External
5
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91601
Biology 3.1 – Carry out a practical investigation in a
biological context, with guidance
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Practical
Costs: A workbook is available for purchase (approximately $35.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 2 CHEMISTRY
12CHEM
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 1 Science (8 from external achievement standards) or by negotiation
with the HOD. Students will be required to wear closed shoes.
Course Content: Atomic structure and bonding including energy changes, organic compounds, acid–base titrations,
principles of chemical reactivity, oxidation and reduction.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91167
Chemistry 2.7 – Demonstrate understanding of
oxidation–reduction
Internal
3
AS91166
Chemistry 2.6 – Demonstrate understanding of
chemical reactivity
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91165
Chemistry 2.5 – Demonstrate understanding of the
properties of selected organic compounds
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91164
Chemistry 2.4 – Demonstrate understanding of bonding,
structure, properties and energy changes
External
5
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91161
Chemistry 2.1 – Carry out quantitative analysis
Internal
4
Num
Practical
and Test
Practical
and Test
Costs: Workbooks are available for purchase (approximately $40.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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LEVEL 3 CHEMISTRY
13CHEM
Guidelines for Course Entry: 11 credits in NCEA Level 2 including 8 credits from external achievement standards or by
negotiation with the HOD. Students will be required to wear closed shoes.
Course Content: Atomic structure and bonding including thermochemical principles, equilibrium of aqueous solutions,
organic reactions and properties, oxidation and reduction, the use of spectroscopic data.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91393
Chemistry 3.7 – Demonstrate understanding of
oxidation–reduction processes
Internal
AS91392
Chemistry 3.6 – Demonstrate understanding of
equilibrium principles in aqueous systems
AS91391
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Practical
and Test
External
5
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Chemistry 3.5 – Demonstrate understanding of the
properties of organic compounds
External
5
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91390
Chemistry 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of
thermochemical principles and the properties of particles
and substances
External
5
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91388
Chemistry 3.2 – Demonstrate understanding of
spectroscopic data in Chemistry
Internal
3
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Test
Costs: Workbooks are available for purchase (approximately $40.00). Lab visit to Victoria University approximately $15.00 is offered
This subject is on the UE Approved List
SENIOR HORTICULTURE
12HORT
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry
Course Content:
• Planting and growing plants
• Learning about a range of plants, trees and shrubs
• Investigations into a primary product
• Photosynthesis
• Environmental sustainability
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91528
Ag Hort 3.1 – Carry out an investigation into an aspect of
a New Zealand primary product or its production
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Ongoing
assignment
AS90829
Education for Sustainability 3.2 – Investigate the
interrelationship between Humans and a biophysical
environment in relation to a sustainable future
Internal
4
Ongoing
assignment
US22178
Demonstrate knowledge of plant processes and plant
life cycles
Internal
5
Ongoing
assignment
US24648
Identify trees, shrubs, and climbers used in amenity
horticulture
Internal
10
Ongoing
assignment
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
This course does not lead to University Entrance
(even though Horticulture is on the Approved List)
Students intending to do tertiary study should take Level 3 Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 2 PHYSICS
12PHYS
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achieved grade at Level 1 Science Achievements Standard 1.6 Physics, and Achieved grades
or better at Level 1 Achievement Standard Maths (eg: algebra, trigonometry, graphs) or by negotiation with the HOD.
Course Content: Practical skills and the use of graphs for the analysis of data.
Mechanics:
• Kinematics – straight line and vector motion, relative motion
• Dynamics – force and momentum
• Circular and projectile motion
• Work, energy and power
Electricity and Electromagnetism:
• Electric Fields
• DC Circuits
• Magnetism
• Electromagnetism
Atoms and Radioactivity:
• Atomic Models
• Radioactivity
• Nuclear Reactors
Waves:
• Light as a particle – reflection and refraction
• Light as a wave – reflection, refraction, diffraction and interference
Standard
Title
Type
AS91173
Physics 2.6 – Demonstrate understanding of electricity
and electromagnetism
External
AS91172
Physics 2.5 – Demonstrate understanding of atomic and
nuclear physics
AS91171
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Test
Physics 2.4 – Demonstrate understanding of mechanics
External
6
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91170
Physics 2.3 – Demonstrate understanding of waves
External
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
AS91168
Physics 2.1 – Carry out a practical physics investigation
that leads to a non –linear mathematical relationship
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Practical
Costs: A study guide text is provided but optional workbooks can be purchased
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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LEVEL 3 PHYSICS
13PHYS
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achieved Level 2 Physics Achievement Standards 2.4 Mechanics and 2.6 Electricity and
Electromagnetism or by negotiation with the HOD.
Course Content: Practical skills and the use of error values in experiments.
Mechanics:
• Momentum and Centre of Mass
• Circular Motion and Forces
• Rotational Motion
• Simple Harmonic Motion
Waves:
• Waves Systems and Interference
• Standing Waves
• Doppler Effect
Modern Physics:
• The Photoelectric Effect
• The Bohr Model of the Atom
• Fission, Fusion and Binding Energy
• Relativity
• Quarks and Leptons
Electricity:
• DC circuits
• Capacitors
• Electromagnetic Induction
• AC circuits
Standard
Title
Type
AS91526
Physics 3.6 – Demonstrate understanding of
electrical systems
External
AS91525
Physics 3.5 – Demonstrate understanding of
Modern Physics
AS91524
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit
Exam
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Test
Physics 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of
mechanical systems
External
6
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91523
Physics 3.3 – Demonstrate understanding of
wave systems
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91521
Physics 3.1 – Carry out a practical investigation to test
a physics theory relating two variables in a non –linear
relationship
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Practical
Costs: A study guide text is provided but optional workbooks can be purchased
This subject is on the UE Approved List
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Credits
LEVEL 2 ELECTRONICS
12ELEC
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits Level 1 Science and Maths, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Students learn how the basic electronic components work and what they do in a circuit; how to test
components for reliability; use a multi–meter to measure electronic quantities; understand ratings on components; draw
component layout diagrams; etch PCBs and solder. This knowledge is used to design electronic circuits and build them
into finished products, which can be entered into the NZ Bright Sparks competition at the end of the year.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US18243
Construct simple electronic products from supplied
circuit schematics
Internal
6
Practical
US18242
Construct a simple printed circuit
Internal
3
Practical
US18241
Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic systems
Internal
5
Test
US18240
Demonstrate knowledge of basic electronic components
Internal
5
Test
US18239
Demonstrate introductory knowledge of circuit concepts
and measurements for electronics
Internal
5
Test
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $50.00
C&I
Does not lead to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 ELECTRONICS
13ELEC
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits in Level 2 Electronics or Level 2 Physics, or by negotiation with the HOD.
Course Content: This course covers the areas required for people looking for jobs in the various electrical, electronic,
engineering and telecommunications industries. The areas covered are advanced semi–conductors, digital and analogue
data, logic circuits, wireless signals, microcontrollers, reliability and product development. Students will learn what semi–
conductor devices are made from and how that allows their functioning; examine typical circuits for the semi–conductor
devices we investigate; build wireless radio; research an occupation in the electro–technology industry and build a high
class specification electronic product of your own design, ideally to solve a real world issue.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US9221
Demonstrate knowledge of the development of an
electronic product
Internal
3
Test
US26122
Demonstrate knowledge of and build circuits using
digital electronic devices that interface with ADC and
DAC functions
Internal
3
Practical
US26121
Plan, construct, modify, and report on an electronic
prototype
Internal
6
Practical
US26120
Describe and construct circuits to demonstrate the
operation and properties of electronic devices
Internal
3
Practical
US 26119
Construct, and report on the performance of, a simple
electronic programmable circuit
Internal
4
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $50.00
Is not a subject on the UE Approved List
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SOCIAL SCIENCES
Head of Department – Tim Overton
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
Social Studies
Social Studies
History
History
History
Geography
Geography
Geography
Classical Studies
Classical Studies
Classical Studies
Tourism
Tourism 1
Tourism 2
Economics
Economics
Economics
Accounting
Accounting
Accounting
Business Studies
Business Studies
Business Studies
LEVEL 1 ACCOUNTING
11ACCO
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry
Course Content: The course enables students to develop the knowledge and skills to manage the financial affairs of
individuals, communities and small businesses. Students will cover the following Accounting practices:
• Prepare and maintain financial records
• Manage financial affairs
• Act with integrity
• Contribute to the wider community
Standard
Title
Type
AS90980
Accounting 1.5 – Interpret accounting information for
sole proprietors
External
AS90979
Accounting 1.4 – Prepare financial information for a
community organisation's annual general meeting
AS90978
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Test & Report
Accounting 1.3 – Prepare financial statements for sole
proprietors
External
5
Exam
AS90977
Accounting 1.2 – Process financial transactions for
a small entity
Internal
5
Test
AS90976
Accounting 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of
accounting concepts for small entities
External
3
L1 Lit
Costs: Workbooks and revision cards are available (approximately $45.00). Purchase is highly recommended
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Exam
LEVEL 2 ACCOUNTING
12ACCO
Guidelines for Course Entry: Have passed Achievement Standard 1.3 – Prepare financial statements for sole proprietors,
or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: The course enables students to develop the knowledge and skills to manage the financial affairs of
businesses with an emphasis on sub-systems. Students will cover the following Accounting practices:
• Processing Accounting information
• Reporting financial information
• Interpreting financial information and making decisions
• Developing digital literacy
Standard
Title
Type
AS91386
Accounting 2.7 – Demonstrate understanding of an
inventory subsystem for an entity
Internal
AS91177
Accounting 2.4 – Interpret accounting information for
entities that operate accounting subsystems
AS91176
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Num
Test & Report
External
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Accounting 2.3 – Prepare financial information for an
entity that operates accounting subsystems
External
5
Num
Exam
AS91175
Accounting 2.2 – Demonstrate understanding of
accounting processing using accounting software
Internal
4
Num
Assignment
AS91174
Accounting 2.1 – Demonstrate understanding of
accounting concepts for an entity that operates
accounting subsystems
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Costs: Workbooks and revision cards are available (approximately $45.00). Purchase is strongly recommended.
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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LEVEL 3 ACCOUNTING
13ACCO
Guidelines for Course Entry: Students must have passed Accounting Achievement Standard 2.3 – Prepare financial
information for an entity that operates accounting subsystems, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: The course enables students to develop the knowledge and skills to manage the financial affairs of
businesses with an emphasis on partnerships, companies and manufacturing entities. Students will cover the following
Accounting practices:
• Processing: gather and sort financial information that can be used to prepare financial statements
• R
eporting: prepare financial statements for a variety of users to provide information about their financial performance
and position
• Decision-making: demonstrate understanding of job-cost sub-systems
Standard
Title
Type
AS91409
Accounting 3.6 – Demonstrate understanding of a job
cost subsystem for an entity
Internal
AS91408
Accounting 3.5 – Demonstrate understanding of
management accounting to inform decision –making
AS91406
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Num
Test & Report
External
4
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
Accounting 3.3 – Demonstrate understanding of
company financial statement preparation
External
5
Num
Exam
AS91405
Accounting 3.2 – Demonstrate understanding of
accounting for partnerships
Internal
4
Num
Test & Report
AS91404
Accounting 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of
accounting concepts for a New Zealand reporting entity
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Exam
Costs: Workbooks and revision cards are available (approximately $45.00). Purchase is strongly recommended
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 1 BUSINESS STUDIES
11BUSI
Guidelines for Course Entry: An interest in Business and Enterprise.
Course Content: This course covers business formation, function and management of a small business. Important ideas
are developed in the classroom and also through links with the local business community. The internal assessments are
all research based and cover recruitment and marketing, as well as running a small business to produce and sell at the
school Market Day.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90842
Business Studies 1.6 – Carry out and review a product –
based business activity within a classroom context with
direction
Internal
AS90841
Business Studies 1.5 – Investigate aspects of human
resource processes in a business
AS90840
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit
Assignment
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
Business Studies 1.4 – Apply the marketing mix to a new
or existing product
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS90839
Business Studies 1.3 – Apply business knowledge to an
operational problem(s) in a given small business context
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90838
Business Studies 1.2 – Demonstrate an understanding of
external factors influencing a small business
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $20.00
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
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Credits
LEVEL 2 BUSINESS STUDIES
12BUSI
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits in Business Studies NCEA Level 1, including an external assessment, or 14 credits
in English NCEA Level 1 or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This course covers business formation, function and management of a large business. Important ideas
are developed in the classroom and also through links with the local business community.
The internal assessments are all research based and cover market research and motivation, as well as setting up and
running a small business to sell at a Market Day in the local community and (hopefully) make a profit.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90848
Business Studies 2.6 – Carry out, review and refine a
business activity within a community context with
guidance
Internal
AS90847
Business Studies 2.5 – Investigate the application of
motivation theory in a business
AS90846
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
9
L1 Lit
Portfolio
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
Business Studies 2.4 – Conduct market research for a new
or existing product
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Num
Assignment
AS90845
Business Studies 2.3 – Apply business knowledge to a
critical problem(s) in a given large business context
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90844
Business Studies 2.2 – Demonstrate understanding of
how a large business responds to external factors
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $20.00
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 BUSINESS STUDIES
13BUSI
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits in Business Studies NCEA Level 2 including an external assessment, or 14 credits
English NCEA Level 2 or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This course covers business formation, function and management of businesses that operate in the global
environment. Important ideas are developed in the classroom and also through links with the local business community.
The internal assessments are all research and group based and cover marketing as well as setting up and running a small
business through the Young Enterprise Scheme to (hopefully) make a profit.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91384
Business Studies 3.6 – Carry out, with consultation,
an innovative and sustainable business activity
Internal
9
UE Lit
Reading
Portfolio
AS91382
Business Studies 3.4 – Develop a marketing plan for a new
or existing product
Internal
6
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91381
Business Studies 3.3 – Apply business knowledge
to address a complex problem(s) in a given global
business context
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91380
Business Studies 3.2 – Demonstrate understanding of
strategic response to external factors by a business that
operates in a global context
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $20.00
Young Enterprise fee $35.00
This subject is on the UE Approved List
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LEVEL 1 CLASSICAL STUDIES
11CLAS
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry.
Course Content: Classical Studies is the study of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome by exploring their art,
history, literature, religion and philosophy. Students learn how the past continues to influence the present.
A selection from:
• Mythology
• The Odyssey
• Architecture and Sculpture of Fifth-Century Greece
• The Trojan War
• Roman Art and Architecture
Standard
Title
Type
AS91025
Classical Studies 1.5 – Demonstrate understanding of links
between aspects of the classical world and another culture
Internal
AS91024
Classical Studies 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding of
social relationships in the classical world
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit
Assignment
Internal
6
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91022
Classical Studies 1.2 – Demonstrate understanding of the
External
significance of features of work(s) of art in the classical world
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91021
Classical Studies 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of
ideas and values of the classical world
4
L1 Lit
Exam
External
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 2 CLASSICAL STUDIES
12CLAS
Guidelines for Course Entry: At least 12 credits in Level 1 Classical Studies or English Achievement Standards (excluding
1.6) or History, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Classical Studies is the study of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome by exploring their art,
history, literature, religion and philosophy. Students learn how the past continues to influence the present.
A selection from:
• Mythology
• The Persian Wars
• Athenian Socio-Political Life
• Greek Tragedy
Standard
Title
Type
AS91204
Classical Studies 2.5 – Demonstrate understanding of the
relationship between aspects of the classical world and
aspects of other cultures
Internal
AS91203
Classical Studies 2.4 – Examine socio –political life in the
classical world
AS91202
AS91200
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
6
UE Lit Reading
Assignment
External
6
UE Lit Reading
Writing
Exam
Classical Studies 2.3 – Demonstrate understanding of a
significant event in the classical world
Internal
4
UE Lit Reading
Assignment
Classical Studies 2.1 – Examine ideas and values of the
classical world
External
4
UE Lit Reading
Writing
Exam
Costs: Nil
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 3 CLASSICAL STUDIES
13CLAS
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits in Level 2 Classical Studies, or English Achievement Standards, or History, or at
the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Classical Studies is the study of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome by exploring their art,
history, literature, religion and philosophy. Students learn how the past continues to influence the present.
A selection from:
• Attic Old Comedy
• Virgil’s Aeneid
• Roman Religion
• Roman Art and Architecture
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91398
Classical Studies 3.5 – Demonstrate understanding of the
lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures
across time
Internal
6
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91397
Classical Studies 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding
of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world
Internal
6
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91395
Classical Studies 3.2 – Analyse the significance of a work(s) External
of art in the classical world
4
UE Lit
Reading
Exam
AS91394
Classical Studies 3.1 – Analyse ideas and values of the
classical world
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
External
Costs: Nil
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 1 ECONOMICS
11ECON
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry
Course Content: Economics is the study of how people and society make choices to satisfy their wants and needs.
Students will be introduced to the New Zealand economy, then focus on the decision making of individuals, producers
and Government and how markets operate.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90988
Economics 1.6 – Demonstrate understanding of the
interdependence of sectors of the New Zealand economy
Internal
AS90987
Economics 1.5 – Demonstrate understanding
of a government choice where affected groups have
different viewpoints
AS90986
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
Economics 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding of how
consumer, producer and/or government choices affect
society, using market equilibrium
External
5
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90985
Economics 1.3 – Demonstrate understanding of producer
choices using supply
External
3
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90983
Economics 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of consumer External
choices, using scarcity and/or demand
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Costs: A workbook is recommended for purchase (approximately $22.00)
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LEVEL 2 ECONOMICS
12ECON
Guidelines for Course Entry: Previous experience of Economics necessary. 12 credits NCEA Level 1 in Economics or
comparable subject required, or with HOD approval.
Course Content: This is a very topical course, using current events to examine the following economic issues: economic
growth; inflation and trade. Economic models are used to gain an understanding of these issues, and the impact of
associated Government policies on various groups within society. Standards will be selected from:
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91227
Economics 2.6 – Analyse how government policies and
contemporary economic issues interact
Internal
6
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Assignment
AS91226
Economics 2.5 – Analyse statistical data relating to two
contemporary economic issues
Internal
4
L1 Lit,
Num
Assignment
AS91224
Economics 2.3 – Analyse economic growth using
economic concepts and models
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91223
Economics 2.2 – Analyse international trade using
economic concepts and models
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91222
Economics 2.1 – Analyse inflation using economic
concepts and models
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91403
Economics 3.5 – Demonstrate understanding of macroeconomic influences on the New Zealand economy
External
6
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
Costs: A workbook is available for purchase (approximately $22.00)
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 ECONOMICS
13ECON
Guidelines for Course Entry: Previous experience of Economics. 12 credits in NCEA Level 2 Economics, or with HOD
approval.
Course Content: Students will develop an understanding of the efficiency of markets and how Government intervention is
sometimes appropriate to deliver more efficient or equitable outcomes. Micro economic models will be used to assist in this
analysis. The state of the overall economy will also be studied, through the use of macro models and economic indicators.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91402
Economics 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of
government interventions to correct market failures
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Assignment
AS91401
Economics 3.3 – Demonstrate understanding of micro –
economic concepts
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91400
Economics 3.2 – Demonstrate understanding of the
efficiency of different market structures using marginal
analysis
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91399
Economics 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of the
efficiency of market equilibrium
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
Costs: A workbook is available for purchase (approximately $26.00)
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LEVEL 1 GEOGRAPHY
11GEOG
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry
Course Content: An introduction to geographic skills and the New Zealand environment; the study of extreme natural
events in New Zealand and population studies in New Zealand and Asia. There is a one day field trip to Martinborough
for the research internal assessment.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91013
Geography 1.7 – Describe aspects of a geographic topic
at a global scale
Internal
AS91012
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Test
Geography 1.6 – Describe aspects of a contemporary New Internal
Zealand geographic issue
3
L1 Lit
Test
AS91011
Geography 1.5 – Conduct geographic research, with direction Internal
4
L1 Lit Num
Inquiry
AS91010
Geography 1.4 – Apply concepts and basic geographic
skills to demonstrate understanding of a given
environment
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91008
Geography 1.2 – Demonstrate geographic understanding
of population concepts
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91007
Geography 1.1 – Demonstrate geographic understanding
of environments that have been shaped by extreme
natural event(s)
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $50.00
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LEVEL 2 GEOGRAPHY
12GEOG
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits NCEA Level 1 in Geography or English or Science, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: The course covers: natural landscapes in New Zealand and urban settlements in Wellington and looking
at disparities within countries (Brazil). There is a four day field trip to the Tongariro Volcanic Centre and a one day trip to
Wellington City.
Note: Students considering careers involving geographic skills should also take Mathematics with Statistics to Level 3.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91246
Geography 2.7 – Explain aspects of a geographic topic at
a global scale
Internal
AS91244
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Test
Geography 2.5 – Conduct geographic research with guidance Internal
5
L1 Lit Num
Inquiry
AS91243
Geography 2.4 – Apply geography concepts and skills to
demonstrate understanding of a given environment
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91242
Geography 2.3 – Demonstrate geographic understanding
of differences in development
External
4
UE Lit Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91241
Geography 2.2 – Demonstrate geographic understanding
of an urban pattern
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Test
AS91240
Geography 2.1 – Demonstrate geographic understanding
of a large natural environment
External
4
UE Lit Reading
Writing
Exam
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Trip costs approximately $280.00
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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LEVEL 3 GEOGRAPHY
13GEOG
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 2 Geography, or similar number of English credits, or at the discretion
of the HOD.
Course Content: The course examines two sections: Section A is the study of the natural processes that form the Greater
Wellington environment, with particular focus on the tectonic and fluvial processes. Section B is the study of the cultural
process of tourism development in a New Zealand setting, Rotorua. There is a four day field trip to Rotorua in May.
Note: Students considering careers involving geographic skills should also take Mathematics with Statistics to Level 3.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91432
Geography 3.7 – Analyse aspects of a geographic topic
at a global scale
Internal
AS91431
Geography 3.6 – Analyse aspects of a contemporary
geographic issue
AS91430
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Test
Internal
3
UE Lit
Reading
Test
Geography 3.5 – Conduct geographic research with
consultation
Internal
5
L1 Lit
Num
Inquiry
AS91429
Geography 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a given
environment(s) through selection and application of
geographic concepts and skills
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91427
Geography 3.2 – Demonstrate understanding of how
a cultural process shapes geographic environment(s)
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91426
Geography 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of how
interacting natural processes shape a New Zealand
geographic environment
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Trip costs approximately $350.00
This subject is on the UE Approved List
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Credits
LEVEL 1 HISTORY
11HIST
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry
Course Content: Level 1 Theme: Protest and Change. This course introduces students to a wide range of skills including
research, interpretation and communicating key historical ideas.
Two or three contexts selected from:
• I Have a Dream: Black Civil Rights (USA)
• Apartheid on Notice: The Sharpeville/Soweto Massacre
• Nuclear ‘Fall Out’: Anti –Nuclear Aotearoa
• On Equal Terms: Suffragette Movement
• People Power: Fall of the Berlin Wall
• The Demon Drink: Prohibition in the USA
Standard
Title
Type
AS91005
History 1.5 – Describe the causes and consequences of an
historical event
External
AS91004
History 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding of different
perspectives of people in an historical event of
significance to New Zealanders
AS91003
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
History 1.3 – Interpret sources of an historical event of
significance to New Zealanders
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91002
History 1.2 – Demonstrate understanding of an historical
event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91001
History 1.1 – Carry out an investigation of an historical
event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $15.00 (1 day field trip)
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LEVEL 2 HISTORY
12HIST
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits at Level 1 History or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Level 2 Theme: Fight for Freedom. This course builds upon skills introduced at Level 1. There is a focus
on political change and conflict.
Two contexts selected from:
• The Easter Rising: The Irish Rebel
• The Salt March: Gandhi’s Challenge
• Whose Promised Land? Palestine/Israel
• A Superpower Humbled: Vietnam War
• Samoa Mo Samoa: The Mau Rebellion
Standard
Title
Type
AS91234
History 2.6 – Examine how a significant historical even
affected New Zealand society
External
AS91233
History 2.5 – Examine causes and consequences
of a significant historical event
AS91231
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
5
L1 Lit
Exam
External
5
L1 Lit
Num
Exam
History 2.3 – Examine sources of an historical event that
is of significance to New Zealanders
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91232
History 2.4 – Interpret different perspectives of people
in an historical event that is of significance to New
Zealanders
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Assignment
AS91230
History 2.2 – Examine an historical event or place that is of Internal
significance to New Zealanders
5
L1 Lit
Assignment
Assessment will be selected from the standards above to create a course worth 20 credits
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $115.00 (one night field trip to Waiouru to study New Zealand at War: A campaign/battle)
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C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 3 HISTORY
13HIST
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits at Level 2 History or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Level 3 Theme: Turning Points. This course will see students explore historiography which is the debate
historians have about the past.
Two or three contexts selected from:
• A Balance of Terror: 19th Century Musket Wars
• The Cold War Ends: The Fall of Soviet Communism
• Kristallnacht (Night of Crystal): Prelude to Genocide
• 20th Century Terrorism: 9/11 or the Munich Massacre
• The Road to Revolution: The English Civil War
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91436
History 3.3 – Analyse evidence relating to an historical
event of significance to New Zealanders
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91438
History 3.5 – Analyse the causes and consequences
of a significant historical event
External
6
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS 91439
History 3.6 – Analyse a significant historical trend and the
force(s) that influenced it
External
5
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91437
History 3.4 – Analyse different perspectives of a contested
event of significance to New Zealanders
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91435
History 3.2 – Analyse an historical event or place of
significance to New Zealanders
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
Assessment will be selected from the standards above to create a course worth 20 credits
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Possible field trip (approximately $250.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
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LEVEL 2 TOURISM
12TOUR
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in a career in Tourism, New Zealand’s top growth industry. Level 1 literacy is
preferred.
Course Content: This course incorporates the compulsory units of the National Certificate in Tourism and Travel, Level
2, as well as three of the elective credits. The remaining 20 elective credits can be completed in Year 13. The core topics
include study of:
• tourist characteristics
• business of tourism
• work roles
• social and cultural impacts of tourism
• world tourist destinations
• New Zealand as a tourist destination
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US24732
Demonstrate knowledge of tourist characteristics
and needs
Internal
3
Assignment
US24731
Demonstrate knowledge of destination New Zealand
Internal
4
Assignment
US 24730
Demonstrate knowledge of the business of tourism
Internal
4
Assignment
US24729
Demonstrate knowledge of world tourist destinations
Internal
4
Assignment
US24728
Demonstrate knowledge of work roles in tourism
Internal
3
Assignment
US24726
Describe and compare social and cultural impacts
of tourism
Internal
3
Assignment
Costs: Nil
C&I
Does not lead to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 TOURISM 1
13TOUR
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in a career in Tourism, New Zealand’s top growth industry. Priority will be given to
students who have completed Year 12 Tourism.
Course Content: This course incorporates the Level 3 components of the National Certificate in Tourism and Travel.
Students who have completed the Year 12 course and the Year 13 course, plus NCEA literacy and numeracy requirements,
will gain the National Certificate. Students taking Tourism for the first time in Year 13 will gain credits towards NCEA Level
3. The core topics include a study of the Pacific Islands and Australia as tourist destinations and promotion of a specific
New Zealand tourist destination. There will also be an overnight field trip.
Standard
Title
Type
US3727
Demonstrate knowledge of Pacific Island countries as
tourist destinations
Internal
8
Assignment
US24733
Describe and promote a New Zealand tourist destination
Internal
4
Assignment
US18211
Demonstrate knowledge of Australia as a tourist
destination
Internal
8
Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Costs of overnight field trip approximately $350
This subject is not on the UE Approved List
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Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 3 TOURISM 2
13TOUM
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in a career in Tourism, New Zealand’s top growth industry. Can be taken in
association with the other Tourism course.
Course Content: This course incorporates Level 3 components of the National Certificate in Tourism and Travel and is a
Unit Standard only course. Students will gain credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course examines the importance of using
Maori greetings and cultural practices to Tourism in New Zealand.
Standards could include, but are not limited to, the following. The exact assessment load will be determined in consultation
with the students.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US17383
Explain the importance, and demonstrate correct
pronunciation, of Maori place names in tourism.
Internal
3
Assignment
US17384
List and use a range of te reo Maori greetings and
farewells in tourism.
Internal
3
Assignment
US17784
Examine and recite appropriate karakia in tourism Maori
Internal
5
Assignment
US17788
Identify and explain kaitiaki practices in tourism Maori
Internal
5
Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: To be determined
This subject is not on the UE Approved List
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Head of Department – Mark Oates
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
Physical Education &
Health
Physical Education &
Health
Physical Education
Physical Education
Sport and Leadership
Sport & Outdoor
Education
Physical Education
Sport
Sport & Outdoor
Education
LEVEL 1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION
11PEHL
Guidelines for Course Entry: A keen interest in Physical Education and Health.
Course Content: The course has a balance of physical activity and theory. Practical sessions include volleyball, Lacrosse,
rock climbing and kayaking. The theory includes anatomy, biomechanics and interpersonal skills. A one day rope course
is also part of the programme.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90963
Physical Education 1.2 – Demonstrate Understanding of
the function of the body as it relates to the performance
of physical activity
Internal
5
AS90964
Physical Education 1.3 – Demonstrate quality movement
in the performance of a physical activity
Internal
3
AS90965
Physical Education 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding
of societal influences on physical activity and the
implications for self and others
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Practical &
Assignment
AS90966
Physical Education 1.5 Working as a Team – Demonstrate
interpersonal skills in a group and explain how these skills
impact on others
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Practical &
Assignment
AS90968
Physical Education 1.7 Play it Safe – Demonstrate, and
show understanding of, responsible behaviour for safety
during outdoor education activities
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Practical &
Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $100.00
HVHS PE uniform
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Credits
Lit/Num
Method
L1 Lit
Practical & Test
Practical
LEVEL 1 SPORT AND LEADERSHIP
11SPLE
Guidelines for Course Entry: A keen interest in physical activity.
Course Content: The course has a balance of physical activity and theory. Practical sessions include fitness training,
sports performance and coaching. Theory topics include coaching and participation strategies and interpersonal skills.
A one day rope course is also part of the programme.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
AS90962
Physical Education 1.1 My Active Lifestyle –Participate
actively in a variety of physical activities and explain
factors that influence own participation
Internal
5
Practical &
Assignment
AS90964
Physical Education 1.3 Practical – Demonstrate quality
movement in the performance of a physical activity
Internal
3
Practical
AS90966
Physical Education 1.5 Working as a Team – Demonstrate
interpersonal skills in a group and explain how these skills
impact on others
Internal
4
AS90969
Physical Education 1.8 Coaching/Tournament – Take
purposeful action to assist others to participate in
physical activity
Internal
3
AS90970
Physical Education 1.9 Self –Management – Demonstrate
self –management strategies and describe the effects on
participation in physical activity
Internal
2
US505
Manage Fitness Manage personal physical fitness
with guidance
Internal
2
L1 Lit
Method
Practical &
Assignment
Practical
L1 Lit
Practical
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $100.00
HVHS PE uniform
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LEVEL 2 PHYSICAL EDUCATION
12PEHL
Guidelines for Course Entry: A keen interest in physical activity and also some success at NCEA Level 1 or at the discretion
of the HOD.
Course Content: The course has a balance of practical and theory. Performance and coaching are included in the practical;
anatomy and biomechanics in the theory.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91328
Physical Education 2.2 Biophysical Principles –
Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical
principles relate to the learning of physical skills
Internal
AS91329
Physical Education 2.3 Training Programme –
Demonstrate understanding of the application of
biophysical principles to training for physical activity
AS91330
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
5
L1 Lit
Test
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Practical &
Assignment
Physical Education 2.4 Practical – Triathlon. Lawn Bowls –
Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
Internal
4
AS91331
Physical Education 2.5 Self, Others, and Society – Examine
the significance for self, others and society of a sporting
event, a physical activity, or a festival
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91336
Physical Education 2.10 Group Processes – Analyse group
processes in physical activity
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Practical &
Assignment
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $100.00
HVHS PE uniform
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 2 SPORT & OUTDOOR EDUCATION 12SPOE
Guidelines for Course Entry: A keen interest in physical activity and the outdoors.
Course Content: The course has a balance of practical and theory. Theory topics include: leadership, risk management
and mountain bike maintenance. Practical sessions are based around fitness training and sports performance. Students
will also participate in two trips totalling five days duration, based around mountain biking and tramping.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91327
Physical Education 2.1 Significance of physical activity –
Examine the role and significance of physical activity in
the lives of young people in New Zealand
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91330
Physical Education 2.4 Practical – Triathlon and lifesaving
– Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
Internal
4
AS91332
Physical Education 2.6 Leadership – Evaluate leadership
strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of
a group
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Practical
coaching
AS91333
Physical Education 2.7 Risk Management – Analyse
the application of risk management strategies to a
challenging outdoor activity
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Practical
US459
Mountain Biking – Complete a cycle tour
Internal
3
Practical
US407
Mountain Biking – Ride on intermediate to expert terrain
Internal
2
Practical
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $120.00
HVHS PE uniform
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 PHYSICAL EDUCATION
13PEHL
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits in NCEA Level 2 Physical Education or at the HOD’s discretion.
Course Content: This is an NCEA course in which students work through Achievement Standards. The course involves
both theoretical and practical sessions. The units of work are based around planning, reviewing, appraising, demonstrating
and critically examining physical activity. The standards are completed through different media including golf, aerobics,
swimming and gym visits.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91499
Physical Education 3.2 – Analyse a physical skill
performed by self or others
Internal
AS91500
Physical Education 3.3 – Evaluate the effectiveness of a
performance improvement programme
AS91501
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Num
Assignment
Physical Education 3.4 – Demonstrate quality
performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
Internal
4
Num
Practical
AS91503
Physical Education 3.6 – Evaluate the use of health
promotion to influence participation in physical activity
Internal
5
L1 Lit
Num
Assignment
AS91504
Physical Education 3.7 – Analyse issues in safety
management for outdoor activity to devise safety
management strategies
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $120.00
HVHS PE uniform
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LEVEL 3 SPORT & OUTDOOR EDUCATION 13SPOE
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 12 PE, Year 12 Sport & Outdoor Education or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This is an NCEA course in which students work through Achievement Standards. This course encompasses
practical place based learning throughout the Wellington Region, leadership opportunities and fitness enhancement.
The theory focuses on principles and methods of training end environmental awareness. The standards are assessed via
essay, verbal and practical methods.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91500
Physical Education 3.3 – Evaluate the effectiveness of a
performance improvement programme
Internal
4
AS91501
Physical Education 3.4 – Demonstrate quality
performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
Internal
4
AS91504
Physical Education 3.7 – Analyse issues in safety
management for outdoor activity to devise safety
management strategies
Internal
3
AS91505
Physical Education 3.8 – Examine contemporary
leadership principles applied in physical activity contexts
Internal
4
AS91789
Physical Education 3.9 – Devise strategies for an outdoor
activity outcome
Internal
4
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $140.00
HVHS PE uniform
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Credits
Lit/Num
Method
L1 Lit
Num
Assignment
Practical
L1 Lit
Assignment
Assignment
L1 Lit
Assignment
THE ARTS
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
Art
Art or Art Enrichment
Art
Art Painting
Art Painting
Art with Photographic
& Digital Media
Art Design
Art Design
Art Photography
Art Photography
Dance or Dance
Enrichment
Art History
Art History
Dance
Dance
Dance
Dance
Drama
Drama
Drama
Drama
Music
Music
Music
Music
Music Band
Music Performance
Music Performance
Drama
Music or Music
Enrichment
Music Band
Head of Art – Catherine Betham
LEVEL 1 ART
11ART
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Junior Art or with a portfolio and approval from the HOD.
Course Content: This course will draw on the students’ own cultural backgrounds and interests as the inspiration
for themes, ideas and subject matter. These will be incorporated into artwork using a variety of media. Students will
formulate, develop and refine their own ideas in response to their interpretation of artist models’ work. They will learn
drawing and media skills by recording from observation. As part of their year’s programme, students will produce a two
panel digital portfolio of resolved works.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS90916
Visual Arts 1.4 – Produce a body of work informed by
established practice, which develops ideas, using a range
of media
External
12
Portfolio
AS90915
Visual Arts 1.3 – Use drawing conventions to develop
work in more than one field of practice
Internal
6
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $70.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee
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LEVEL 1 ART WITH PHOTOGRAPHIC & DIGITAL MEDIA 11ARDP
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Junior Art or with approval from the HOD.
Course Content: This course begins by developing students’ practical skills in photography. It will follow on to introduce
students to a range of photographic and digital media techniques and methods which they have not yet experienced.
The course will draw on students’ individual approaches to a set theme. Their ideas and interests will be incorporated into
artwork using a variety of new and familiar media. Students will formulate, develop and refine ideas in response to their
interpretation of artist models’ work and demonstrate knowledge of photographic and design conventions in their work.
As part of their year’s work, students will produce a two panel digital portfolio of work.
This course leads on to Year 12 Design and Photography. Students wishing to take Year 12 Painting will need to seek HOD
approval and may need to complete a small portfolio of drawings.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS90916
Visual Arts 1.4 – Produce a body of work informed by
established practice, which develops ideas, using a range
of media
External
12
Portfolio
AS90915
Visual Arts 1.3 – Use drawing conventions to develop
work in more than one field of practice
Internal
6
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $50.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 2 ART DESIGN
12ARDE
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Level 1 Art. Interested and able students who did not do Level 1 Art, may
submit a portfolio and seek approval from the HOD.
Course Content: This course will enable students to develop their skills in graphic communication, as well as moving
image and text, using Photoshop and other digital aids. Students will research artists and apply their ideas to their own
artwork. They will develop artwork in response to their own interests and selected artist models.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91320
Visual Arts 2.4 – Produce a systematic body of work that
shows understanding of art making conventions and
ideas within design
External
12
Portfolio
AS91315
Visual Arts 2.3 – Develop ideas in a related series of
drawings appropriate to established design practice
Internal
4
Practical
AS91310
Visual Arts 2.2 – Use drawing methods to apply
knowledge of conventions appropriate to design
Internal
4
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $40.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee
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C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 2 ART PAINTING
12ARPA
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Level 1 Art. Interested and able students who did not do Level 1 Art, may
submit a portfolio and seek approval from the HOD.
Course Content: This course will enable students to develop their skills in the following areas: drawing and painting.
Students will research artists and apply their ideas to their own artwork. They will develop artwork in response to their
own studies and selected artist models and art movements.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91321
Visual Arts 2.4 – Produce a systematic body of work that
shows understanding of art making conventions and
ideas within painting
External
12
Portfolio
AS91316
Visual Arts 2.3 – Develop ideas in a related series of
drawings appropriate to established painting practice
Internal
4
Practical
AS91311
Visual Arts 2.2 – Use drawing methods to apply
knowledge of conventions appropriate to painting
Internal
4
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $100.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 2 ART PHOTOGRAPHY
12ARPH
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Level 1 Art. Interested and able students who did not do Level 1 Art, may
submit a portfolio and seek approval from the HOD.
Course Content: This course will enable students to develop their skills using a range of photographic conventions.
Students will research artists’ work and apply their ideas to their own work. They will develop artwork in response to their
own interests and selected artist models.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91322
Visual Arts 2.4 – Produce a systematic body of work that
shows understanding of art making conventions and
ideas within photography
External
12
Portfolio
AS91317
Visual Arts 2.3 – Develop ideas in a related series of
drawings appropriate to established photography practice
Internal
4
Practical
AS91312
Visual Arts 2.2 – Use drawing methods to apply
knowledge of conventions appropriate to photography
Internal
4
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $60.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee. In addition, they will need a digital camera.
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
51
LEVEL 2 ART HISTORY
12ARHI
Guidelines for Course Entry: Suitable for students taking practical art subjects and students with at least 12 credits in
English or History, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Course content and assessment will be negotiated with the teacher and tailored to meet individual
student needs. There will be a mix of Internal and External Standards on offier.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91181
Art History 2.2 – Examine the meanings conveyed
by art works
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91182
Art History 2.3 – Examine the influence of context(s)
on art works
External
4
UE Lit
Writing
Exam
AS91184
Art History 2.5 – Communicate understanding of an art
history topic
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91185
Art History 2.6 – Communicate a considered personal
response to art works
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91183
Art History 2.4 – Examine how media are used to create
effects in art works
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91186
Art History 2.7 – Demonstrate understanding of art works
in relation to the physical environments in which they
are seen
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $15.00
C&I
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 ART DESIGN
13ARDE
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Level 2 Design. Interested and able students who did not do this course at
Level 2, may submit a portfolio and seek approval from the HOD.
Course Content: Students will extend foundation knowledge of graphic communication in its historical context. The
programme will seek to enhance and develop practical design skills with a broader, more individual focus of study.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91320
3.4 – Produce a systematic body of work that shows
understanding of art making conventions and ideas
within design
External
12
Portfolio
AS91315
3.3 – Develop ideas in a related series of drawings
appropriate to established design practice
Internal
4
Practical
AS91310
3.2 – Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of
conventions appropriate to design
Internal
4
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $35.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee
This subject is on the UE Approved List
52
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 3 ART HISTORY
13ARHI
Guidelines for Course Entry: Suitable for students with an interest in Art, English or History and who have achieved 14
credits at Level 2 in any such combination of these subjects, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content:
• Style in art works
• Meaning in art
• Art contexts
• Media and processes in art works
• Research an art history topic
• Values placed on art works
• A theory in art
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91489
Art History 3.8 – Analyse texts about art
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91488
Art History 3.7 – Examine the relationship(s) between
a theory and art works
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91485
Art History 3.4 – Examine the impact of media and
processes on art works
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91484
Art History 3.3 – Examine the relationship(s) between
art and context
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91482
Art History 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of style
in art works
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
Costs: Longman’s write on book is available for purchase (approximately $20.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 3 ART PAINTING
13ARPA
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Level 2 Painting. Interested and able students who did not do this course,
may submit a portfolio and seek approval from the HOD.
Course Content: Students will develop their skills and ideas through experimentation and practice using examples of
work from established practice and contemporary painters. Gradually they will be given the opportunity to develop their
own programme.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91456
3.4 – Produce a systematic body of work that integrates
conventions and regenerates ideas within painting
practice
External
14
Portfolio
AS91460
3.5 – Produce a resolved work that demonstrates
purposeful control of skills appropriate to a visual arts
cultural context
Internal
4
Practical
AS91451
3.3 – Systematically clarify ideas using drawing informed
by established painting practice
Internal
4
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $100.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee
This subject is on the UE Approved List
53
LEVEL 3 ART PHOTOGRAPHY
13ARPH
Guidelines for Course Entry: Achievement in Level 2 Photography. Interested and able students who did not do this
course, may submit a portfolio and seek approval from the HOD.
Course Content: Students will develop their own skills and ideas through experimentation and practice using examples
of work from established practice and contemporary photographers. Gradually they will be given the opportunity to
develop their own programme.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91457
3.4 – Produce a systematic body of work that integrates
conventions and regenerates ideas within photography
practice
External
14
Portfolio
AS91452
3.3 – Systematically clarify ideas using drawing informed
by established photography practice
Internal
4
Practical
AS91447
3.2 – Use drawing to demonstrate understanding of
conventions appropriate to photography
Internal
4
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $91.00 for personal art stationery and class projects fee. In addition, students will need a digital camera.
Students should request further information before purchasing cameras.
This subject is on the UE Approved List
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Head of Dance and Drama – Tama Smith
LEVEL 1 DANCE
11DANC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in the performing arts and at the discretion of the Teacher in Charge. Previous
training recommended
Course Content: Students will learn a variety of dance genres/styles such as:
• Modern Jazz
• Hip Hop
• Ballet
• Musical Theatre
• Creative and Contemporary Dance
• Cultural Dance
By exploring these contrasting dance forms students will develop technical dance skills, strength, flexibility and creativity
whilst learning about rhythmical patterns and movement combinations. Students will have the opportunity to create
their own choreography, learn movement sequences from specialised tutors and showcase their dance work within the
community.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS90861
Dance 1.5 – Demonstrate understanding of a dance
performance
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS90859
Dance 1.3 – Demonstrate ensemble skills in a dance
Internal
4
Practical
AS90858
Dance 1.1 – Compose dance sequences for given briefs
Internal
6
Practical
and portfolio
AS90002
Dance 1.2 – Perform dance sequences
Internal
6
Practical
Costs: Compulsory dance uniform
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55
LEVEL 2 DANCE
12DANC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in the performing arts. Previous training is recommended as well as completion of
Year 11 Dance. Approval is at the discretion of the Teacher in Charge.
Course Content: Students will explore a variety of dance disciplines such as:
• Modern Jazz
• Hip Hop
• Body Percussion
• Creative and Contemporary dance
• Musical Theatre
• Production Technologies
This course heavily relies on performance and artistic expression and is an extension of Level 1 Dance. By exploring
these contrasting dance forms students will develop new technical dance skills, strength, flexibility and creativity whilst
learning about rhythmical patterns and movement combinations. Students will have the opportunity to create their own
choreography, learn movement sequences from specialised tutors and showcase their dance works in both individual
and group performances throughout the year.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91211
Dance 2.7 – Provide an interpretation of a dance
performance with supporting evidence
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91208
Dance 2.4 – Perform a theatre dance to communicate
understanding of the dance
Internal
4
Practical
AS91207
Dance 2.3 – Perform an ethnic or social dance to
communicate understanding of the style
Internal
4
Practical
AS91206
Dance 2.2 – Choreograph a solo dance to communicate
an intention
Internal
4
Practical and
portfolio
AS91205
Dance 2.1 – Choreograph a group dance to communicate
an intention
Internal
4
Practical and
portfolio
Costs: Compulsory dance uniform
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C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 3 DANCE
13DANC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in the performing arts. At least 13 credits at Level 2 Dance or at the discretion of
the Teacher in Charge. Previous training is recommended.
Course Content: This is an entirely performance based subject with a major focus on choreography and production
techniques. Students are required to produce and choreograph a dance performance including set design, props and
media etc. Students will also have the opportunity to learn from specialised tutors and showcase their dance works in
both individual and group performances throughout the year.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91591
Dance 3.4 – Perform a group dance
Internal
4
Practical
AS91590
Dance 3.3 – Perform a solo or duet dance
Internal
4
Practical
AS91589
Dance 3.2 – Choreograph a dance to develop
and resolve ideas
Internal
4
Practical
and portfolio
AS91588
Dance 3.1 – Produce a dance to realise a concept
Internal
8
Practical
and portfolio
AS91593
Dance 3.6 – Demonstrate understanding of dance
performance practices
Internal
4
Portfolio
Costs: Compulsory dance uniform
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 1 DRAMA
11DRAM
Guidelines for Course Entry: An interest in English/Drama/Performing Arts.
Course Content: Students participate in a variety of individual and group exercises, including production design,
improvisation, performance technique, script writing and devising. They learn about different dramatic forms, and attend
one or more productions as a class. They will be involved in a production process performing to a public audience.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90999
Drama 1.4 – Select and use features of a drama/theatre
form in a performance
Internal
AS90998
Drama 1.3 – Demonstrate understanding of features
of a drama/theatre form
AS90997
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Practical
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Drama 1.2 – Devise and perform a drama
Internal
5
L1 Lit
Practical
AS90009
Drama 1.6 – Perform an acting role in a scripted production
Internal
5
L1 Lit
Practical
AS90006
Drama 1.1 – Apply drama techniques in a dramatic context
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Practical
Costs: Nil
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LEVEL 2 DRAMA
12DRAM
Guidelines for Course Entry: An interest in English/Drama/Performing Arts.
Course Content: Students participate in a wide variety of individual, group and class exercises, in role –play, improvisation,
script interpretation and analysis, voice, performance skills, script writing and devising. They learn about different
dramatic styles and theatre history. They attend as many productions as possible, as well as being involved in a significant
production performed to a public audience.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91218
Drama 2.6 – Perform a substantial acting role
in a scripted production
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Practical
AS91216
Drama 2.4 – Use complex performance skills associated
with a drama or theatre form or period
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Practical
AS91215
Drama 2.3 – Discuss a drama or theatre form or period
with reference to a text
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91214
Drama 2.2 – Devise and perform a drama to realise
an intention
Internal
5
L1 Lit
Practical
AS91213
Drama 2.1 – Apply drama techniques in a scripted context
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Practical
Costs: Nil
C&I
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PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 DRAMA
13DRAM
Guidelines for Course Entry: 15 credits in Drama at Level 2 or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Typical topics are: using drama elements and conventions to devise an extended script; script analysis;
using drama techniques to communicate meaning in performance; selecting and integrating a range of drama techniques
of movement and space in the interpretation of a single character from a contemporary script; performing or taking a
technical production role in a significant performance.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91517
Drama 3.6 – Perform a substantial acting role
in a significant production
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Practical
AS91514
Drama 3.3 – Interpret a prescribed text to demonstrate
knowledge of a theatre form or period
External
4
UE Lit
Reading
Writing
Exam
AS91513
Drama 3.2 – Devise and perform a drama to realise
a concept
Internal
5
L1 Lit
Practical
AS91512
Drama 3.1 – Interpret scripted text to integrate drama
techniques in performance
Internal
4
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
Costs: Nil
This subject is on the UE Approved List
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Head of Music – Grace Davey
LEVEL 1 MUSIC
11MUSC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Completion of Year 10 Music, or at least two years of instrumental tuition, or at the
discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This course covers a wide variety of musical aspects that includes assessment in:
• solo performance
• group performance
• composition
• music works
• aural (external – available on request for advanced students)
• score reading (external)
There are opportunities for advanced students to do some Level 2 standards.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91095
Music 1.6 – Demonstrate knowledge of two music works
from contrasting contexts
Internal
AS91094
Music 1.5 – Demonstrate knowledge of conventions used
in music scores
AS91093
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit
Portfolio
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Music 1.4 – Demonstrate aural and theoretical skills
through transcription
External
4
Exam
AS91092
Music 1.3 – Compose two original pieces of music
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91091
Music 1.2 – Demonstrate ensemble skills through
performing a piece of music as a member of a group
Internal
4
Practical
AS91090
Music 1.1 – Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist
Internal
6
Portfolio
Assessment will be selected from these standards based on individual need. A minimum of 20 credits will be gained if successful
Costs: A Music Pack is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
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59
LEVEL 1 MUSIC PERFORMANCE
11MUPR
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry but preferred completion of Year 10 Music option, or at least one year of
instrumental tuition, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This is a largely practical course including assessments in:
• solo performance
• group performance
• composition
• setting up and running a PA system
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US26687
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of sound technology
for a performance context
Internal
4
Practical
Assignment Test
AS91092
Music 1.3 – Compose two original pieces of music
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91091
Music 1.2 – Demonstrate ensemble skills through
performing a piece of music as a member of a group
Internal
4
Practical
AS91090
Music 1.1 – Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist
Internal
6
Portfolio
Assessment will be selected from these standards based on individual need. A minimum of 20 credits will be gained if successful
Costs: Nil
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60
LEVEL 2 MUSIC
12MUSC
Guidelines for Course Entry: 14 credits in Level 1 Music, or at least three years of instrumental tuition with the discretion
of the HOD.
Course Content: Students will select their own course of study from either Music Studies and/or Making Music sides of
NCEA Level 2.
Making Music:
• solo performance
• solo performance on a second instrument
• group performance
• composition
• aural
Music Studies:
• *score reading
• music works
• instrumentation
• *New Zealand music research
*These standards will be compulsory in 2015
There are opportunities for advanced students to do some Level 3 standards.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91278
Music Studies 2.9 – Investigate an aspect
of New Zealand music
Internal
AS91277
Music Studies 2.7 – Demonstrate understanding of two
substantial contrasting music works
AS91276
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
External
6
L1 Lit
Exam
Music Studies 2.6 – Demonstrate knowledge of
conventions in a range of music scores
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91275
Making Music 2.5 – Demonstrate aural understanding
through written representation
External
4
Exam
AS91274
Making Music 2.2 – Perform a substantial piece of music
as a featured soloist on a second instrument
Internal
3
Portfolio
AS91273
Music Studies 2.8 – Devise an instrumentation for an
ensemble
Internal
4
Assignment
AS91272
Making Music 2.3 – Demonstrate ensemble skills
by performing a substantial piece of music as a member
of a group
Internal
4
Practical
AS91271
Making Music 2.4 – Compose two substantial pieces
of music
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91270
Making Music 2.1 – Perform two substantial pieces of
music as a featured soloist
Internal
6
Portfolio
Assessment will be selected from these standards based on individual need. A minimum of 20 credits will be gained if successful
Costs: A Music Pack is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
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PI
SI
S&CS
CI
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61
LEVEL 2 MUSIC PERFORMANCE
12MUPR
Guidelines for Course Entry: 9 credits at Level 1 Music, or at least three years of instrumental tuition, or at the discretion
of the HOD.
Course Content: This is a largely practical course and students will select their own course of study from the
following standards:
• solo performance
• group performance
• composition
• solo performance on a second instrument
• NZ music research
• sound technology
• instrumentation
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91278
Music Studies 2.9 – Investigate an aspect
of New Zealand music
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91274
Making Music 2.2 – Perform a substantial piece of music
as a featured soloist on a second instrument
Internal
3
Portfolio
AS91273
Music Studies 2.8 – Devise an instrumentation for
an ensemble
Internal
4
Assignment
AS91272
Making Music 2.3 – Demonstrate ensemble skills by
performing a substantial piece of music as a member
of a group
Internal
4
Portfolio
AS91271
Making Music 2.4 – Compose two substantial pieces
of music
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91270
Making Music 2.1 – Perform two substantial pieces
of music as a featured soloist
Internal
6
Portfolio
Assessment will be selected from these standards based on individual need. A minimum of 20 credits will be gained if successful
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
62
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 3 MUSIC
13MUSC
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits at Level 2 Music, or at least four years of instrumental tuition with the discretion
of the HOD.
Course Content: Students will select their own course of study from either the Music Studies and/or Making Music sides
of NCEA Level 3.
Making Music:
• solo performance
• solo performance on a second instrument
• group performance
• composition
• aural
Music Studies:
• harmonic and tonal analysis
• analyse a substantial music work
• context of a music work
• arrangement
• research
A highly recommended standard for future study in Music is Harmonic and Tonal Analysis.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91425
Music Studies 3.10 – Research a music topic
Internal
6
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
AS91424
Music Studies 3.9 – Create two arrangements
for an ensemble
Internal
4
AS91423
Music Studies 3.8 – Examine the influence of context on
a substantial music work
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Assignment
AS91422
Music Studies 3.7 – Analyse a substantial music work
External
4
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91421
Music Studies 3.6 – Demonstrate understanding of
harmonic and tonal conventions in a range of music
scores
External
4
Exam
AS91420
Making Music 3.5 – Integrate aural skills into written
representation
External
4
Exam
AS91419
Making Music 3.4 – Communicate musical intention by
composing three original pieces of music
Internal
8
Portfolio
AS91418
Making Music 3.3 – Demonstrate ensemble skills by
performing two substantial pieces of music as a member
of a group
Internal
4
Portfolio
AS91417
Making Music 3.2 – Perform a programme of music as
a featured soloist on a second instrument
Internal
4
Portfolio
AS91416
Making Music 3.1 – Perform two programmes of music
as a featured soloist
Internal
8
Portfolio
Portfolio
Assessment will be selected from these standards based on individual need. A minimum of 20 credits will be gained if successful
Costs: A Music Pack is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
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TECHNOLOGY
Head of Department – Geoff Newby
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
Digital Technology
Digital Technology
Digital Technology
Digital Technology
Digital Technology
for Employment
Digital Technology
for Employment
Materials Technology
Materials Technology or Materials Technology
Workshop Technology
Furniture ITO
Computer Science
Digital Technology –
Programming
Materials Technology
Materials Technology
Furniture ITO
Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Design and Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Design and Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Design and Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Design and Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Design and Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Fashion Technology
Fashion Technology
Food Technology
Food Technology
Fashion & Textiles
Design
Fashion & Textiles
Design
Fashion & Textiles
Design
Practical Food
and Nutrition
Hospitality
Hospitality
LEVEL 1 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
11DTEC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open entry but Year 10 Digital Technology is a definite advantage.
Course Content: This course enables students to extend their digital skills through exploring key Digital Technology
areas. Digital Media – students will implement basic procedures to produce a professional media outcome through
coding a website using HTML5 and CSS3 and integrating other media from the Adobe Design Suite. Programming –
students will learn programming concepts and problem solving skills through developing an App to solve a problem.
Throughout the year key concepts of computer operating systems, security and ethics along with project management
and design skills will be taught.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91073
Digital Technologies 1.43 – Implement basic procedures
to produce a specified digital media outcome
Internal
4
AS91070
Digital Technologies 1.40 – Demonstrate understanding
of basic concepts of information management
External
3
AS91045
Generic Technology 1.2 – Use planning tools to guide
the technological development of an outcome to address
a brief
Internal
4
Portfolio
AS91075
Generic Technology 1.46 – Construct a basic computer
program for a specified task
Internal
3
Portfolio
AS91047
Digital Technologies 1.4 – Undertake development
of a prototype to address a brief
Internal
6
Portfolio
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $10.00
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64
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
Portfolio
L1 Lit
Portfolio
LEVEL 2 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
12DTEC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Successful completion of Level 1 Digital Technology course or at the discretion of the HOD.
Good grades in English and other Technology areas are desirable for students wishing to join Digital Technology at Level
2. This course can be taken alongside Level 2 Computer Science.
Course Content: This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of advanced concepts and procedures
in Digital Media using a range of recognised industry standard software applications. In the first half of the year students
will learn specific software techniques and applications and in the second half they will showcase their skills and abilities
by working on an individually negotiated project. Students may choose to focus on Animation, Image Manipulation, Web
Design and/or Desktop Publishing.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91363
Demonstrate understanding of sustainability in design
External
4
L2 Lit
Portfolio
AS 91356
Develop a conceptual design for an outcome
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91357
Undertake effective development to make and trial a prototype
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91370
Implement advanced procedures to produce a specified
digital media outcome
Internal
4
Portfolio
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $10.00
C&I
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MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 2 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY FOR EMPLOYMENT
12DTFE
Guidelines for Course Entry: Entry is at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content:
• file management
• desktop publishing
• image manipulation
• website creation
• spreadsheets
• presentation software
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US2784
Create and use a computer spreadsheet to solve a problem
Internal
3
Practical
US2788
Produce desktop published documents to meet a set brief
Internal
5
Practical
US5940
Produce a presentation using a desktop presentation
computer application
Internal
3
Assignment
US6743
Demonstrate an understanding of ergonomic principles for
computer workstations
Internal
2
Practical
US25655
Create a website using a dedicated web authoring tool to
meet a set brief
Internal
3
Assignment
US111
Use a word processor to produce documents for a business
or organisation
Internal
5
Assignment
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LEVEL 2 COMPUTER SCIENCE
12COMP
Guidelines for Course Entry: Level 1 Digital Technology, high achievement in Mathematics/Science or at the discretion
of the HOD. This course can be taken alongside Level 2 Digital Technology.
Course Content: Students who complete this course will gain an in-depth knowledge of the fundamental principles
in advanced Computer Programming, Computer Science and Information Management. Knowledge of programming
principles will give students an insight into software development across a range of disciplines and lead to careers in all
areas of Information and Communications Technology as well as many other fields of study.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91371
Demonstrate understanding of advanced concepts from
computer science
External
4
L2 Lit
Portfolio
AS91368
Implement advanced procedures to produce a specified
digital information outcome with dynamically linked data
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91372
Construct a plan for an advanced computer program
for a specified task
Internal
3
Portfolio
AS91373
Construct an advanced computer program for
a specified task
Internal
3
Portfolio
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LEVEL 3 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY FOR EMPLOYMENT
13DTFE
Guidelines for Course Entry: Entry is at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content:
• desktop publishing
• file management
• image manipulation
• website creation
• spreadsheets
• presentation software
Standard
Title
Type
US2785
Create a computer spreadsheet to provide a solution
for organisation use
Internal
5
Assignment
US2789
Produce desktop published documents for organisation use Internal
6
Assignment
US25658
Create a website for a stakeholder using a dedicated
web-authoring tool
Internal
5
Assignment
US112
Produce business or organisational information using
word processing functions
Internal
5
Assignment
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Costs: Approximately $10.00
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Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 3 DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY – PROGRAMMING
13DTPR
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits Level 2 Digital Technology – Programming, otherwise entry is at the discretion
of the HOD. This course should not be taken concurrently with Digital Technology – Applications, and assessment clashes
may occur if another Technology subject is taken.
Course Content:
• File Management
• Image Manipulation and Design
• Animation
• Actionscript programming for Smart Device App development
• Interface usability
• Technological practice
Standard
Title
Type
AS91637
Digital Technologies 3.46 – Develop a complex computer
program for a specified task
Internal
AS91635
Digital Technologies 3.43 – Implement complex
procedures to produce a specified digital media outcome
AS91617
AS91610
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit, Num
Portfolio
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Portfolio
Generic Technology 3.10 – Undertake a critique
of a technological outcome's design
External
4
L1 Lit
Portfolio
Generic Technology 3.3 – Develop a conceptual design
considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense
Internal
6
L3 Lit
Portfolio
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Costs: Approximately $10.00
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LEVEL 1 MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY
11TECH
Guidelines for Course Entry: A good level of numeracy and literacy are required to enable the student to complete the
research and design stage of this project successfully. Year 10 Art or Graphics would be beneficial.
Course Content: This is a full year course in Materials Technology that covers areas such as:
• research and design
• materials technology
• electronics
• process and production technology
• structures
• mechanisms
• basic workshop skills
The students will complete two manufacturing projects over the course of the year, one of which relates to an identified
storage issue. They will also research different types of materials and write a report on selected materials to enable an
outcome to function correctly.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91057
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 1.20 –
Implement basic procedures using resistant materials
to make a specified product
Internal
6
AS91049
Generic Technology 1.6 – Demonstrate understanding of
how materials enable technological products to function
External
4
AS91047
Generic Technology 1.4 – Undertake development
to make a prototype to address a brief
Internal
6
AS91044
Generic Technology 1.1 – Undertake brief development
to address a need or opportunity
Internal
4
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Costs: Approximately $110.00 for equipment and materials
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Credits
Lit/Num
Method
Portfolio
L1 Lit
Portfolio
Portfolio
L1 Lit
Portfolio
LEVEL 2 MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY
12TECH
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 11 Technology, Art or Graphics and Level 1 English and Mathematics.
Course Content: Students will work with a real client within a context of their choice. They will cover all the aspects of
technological practice throughout their project and develop the project to its conclusion. Students will be graded on the
whole process including technical construction skills and project management. Throughout the year students will also
research different practising technologists and investigate life cycle analysis from which they will then produce a report
on sustainable designs.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
AS91363
Generic Technology 2.10 – Demonstrate understanding
of sustainability in design
External
4
AS91357
Generic Technology 2.4 – Undertake effective
development to make and trial a prototype
Internal
6
AS91354
Generic Technology 2.2 – Undertake brief development
to address an issue
Internal
4
AS91344
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 2.20 –
Internal
Implement advanced procedures using resistant materials
to make a specified product with special features
6
Lit/Num
Method
L2 Lit
Portfolio
Portfolio
L2 Lit
Portfolio
Practical
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LEVEL 3 MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY
13TECH
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits Level 2 Technology preferred. Students with other Level 2 credits will be
considered at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This is a full year course in applied technology that covers areas such as:
• research and design
• materials technology
• electronics
• process and production technology
• structures
• mechanisms
• advanced workshop skills
Students investigate and research an issue that they have identified and develop a conceptual design. They will further
develop this to a fully working prototype. Throughout the course they will research existing technologists and produce
a report on the concept of good design.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91620
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.20 –
Implement complex procedures to integrate parts using
resistant materials to make a specified product
Internal
6
AS91617
Generic Technology 3.10 – Undertake a critique
of a technological outcomes design
External
4
L3 Lit
Writing
Assignment
AS91611
Generic Technology 3.4 – Develop a prototype
considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense
Internal
6
L3 Lit
Assignment
AS91608
Generic Technology 3.1 – Undertake brief development
to address an issue within a determined context
Internal
4
L3 Lit
Assignment
Practical
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Costs: Approximately $120.00 for equipment and materials
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LEVEL 1 FITEC (FURNITURE ITO)
11FITO
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 Workshop would be an advantage, although not essential.
Course Content: This course is a trade related course. Students develop practical furniture making skills using hand and
machine tools common to the trade. Credits go towards a New Zealand Certificate in Furniture Making.
Standard
Title
Type
US2217
Select and use safety equipment for furniture work
Internal
2
Practical
US2216
Recognise and confirm furniture job specifications
Internal
2
Assignment
US20047
Hand turn wood to produce furniture articles
Internal
4
Practical
US18918
Construct a furniture carcase
Internal
6
Practical
US18917
Construct hand joints for furniture
Internal
3
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $120.00
Does not lead to a Level 3 subject
70
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 2 FITEC (FURNITURE ITO)
12FITO
Guidelines for Course Entry: Students having achieved credits at Year 11 FITEC would be preferred, however, students
with a keen interest in developing generic woodworking skills are welcome.
Course Content: This course is a trade related course. Students develop practical furniture making skills using hand and
machine tools common to the trade. Credits go towards a New Zealand Certificate in Furniture Making.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US2217
Select and use safety equipment for furniture work
Internal
2
Practical
US2216
Recognise and confirm furniture job specifications
Internal
2
Practical
US20047
Hand turn wood to produce furniture articles
Internal
4
Practical
US18918
Construct a furniture carcase
Internal
6
Practical
US18917
Construct hand joints for furniture
Internal
3
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
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Costs: Approximately $120.00
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LEVEL 1 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
11WKEN
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 Technology is an advantage.
Course Content: This is a workshop based course in which students undertake a number of practical projects while
developing metalworking skills and processes in:
• occupational health and safety
• engineering measurement
• mechanical engineering technology
Please note: This is not an automotive course
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US22926
Demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures
in a specific engineering workshop
Internal
2
Practical
US22924
Develop a simple product using engineering materials
Internal
10
Practical
US22923
Demonstrate basic engineering workshop skills under
close supervision
Internal
12
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
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Costs: Approximately $120.00
Does not lead to a Level 3 subject
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LEVEL 2 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
13WKEN
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 11 Engineering or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This is a workshop based course in which students undertake a number of practical projects while
developing metalworking skills and processes.
Please note: This is not an automotive course.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US4436
Select, use, and care for engineering marking-out equipment Internal
4
Practical
US4435
Select, use, and care for engineering dimensional
measuring equipment
Internal
3
Practical
US2432
Manually construct plane geometric shapes for engineering
Internal
3
Test
US2396
Select, use and maintain portable hand held engineering
power tools
Internal
4
Practical
US2395
Select, use, and care for, engineering hand tools
Internal
4
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
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Costs: Approximately $120.00
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LEVEL 1 DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION
11DVCO
Guidelines for Course Entry: Open but previous experience in Graphics is a definite advantage.
Course Content: Graphics is a course in drawing and design which focuses on design themes that are relevant and
of interest to the age group. It takes students through from conceptualisation and ideas refinement, to the formal
presentation of design solutions in the form of detailed drawings and 3D models. Presentation skills are developed, and
through evaluation of ideas, students learn to make informed decisions. Level 1 Achievement Standards cover freehand
drawing, plane and solid geometry, 2D and 3D formal drawing, shading and colour rendering techniques, model making
and the application of the design process. The use of digital media for visual communication will be part of this course.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91068
Design and Visual Communication 1.35 – Undertake
development of design ideas through graphics practice
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91067
Design and Visual Communication 1.34 – Use the work of
an influential designer to inform design ideas
Internal
3
Portfolio
AS91066
Design and Visual Communication 1.33 – Use rendering
techniques to communicate the form of design ideas
Internal
3
Portfolio
AS91065
Design and Visual Communication 1.32 – Produce
External
instrumental paraline drawings to communicate design ideas
3
Num
Portfolio
AS91064
Design and Visual Communication 1.31 – Produce
instrumental, multi –view orthographic drawings that
communicate technical features of design ideas
External
3
Num
Portfolio
AS91063
Design and Visual Communication 1.30 – Produce
freehand sketches that communicate design ideas
External
3
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $60.00 for Graphics Pack (if not purchased in Year 10)
Approximately $30.00 consumables
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Credits
Lit/Num
Method
Portfolio
LEVEL 2 DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION
13DVCO
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits Graphics Level 1 or with approval from the HOD, students with Level 1 Art credits
may gain entry.
Course Content: Graphics is a course in drawing and design which focuses on design themes that are relevant and
of interest to the age group. It takes students through from conceptualisation and ideas refinement to the formal
presentation of design solutions in the form of detailed drawings and 3D models. Presentation skills are developed and
through evaluation of ideas students learn to make informed decisions. The course follows a National Graphics Curriculum
which is formally assessed for NCEA Levels 1-3 over Years 11-13.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91342
Design and Visual Communication 2.35 – Develop
a product design through graphics practice
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91341
Design and Visual Communication 2.34 – Develop
a spatial design through graphics practice
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91340
Design and Visual Communication 2.33 – Use the
characteristics of a design movement or era to inform
own design ideas
Internal
3
AS91339
Design and Visual Communication 2.32 – Produce
instrumental perspective projection drawings to
communicate design ideas
External
3
Portfolio
AS91337
Design and Visual Communication 2.30 – Use visual
communication techniques to generate design ideas
External
3
Portfolio
L2 Lit
Portfolio
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Costs: Approximately $60.00 for Graphics Pack (if not purchased previously)
Approximately $30.00 consumables
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LEVEL 3 DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION
13DVCO
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits Graphics Level 2 or, with approval from the HOD, students with Level 2 Art
credits may gain entry.
Course Content: Graphics is a course in drawing and design which focuses on design themes that are relevant and
of interest to the age group. It takes students through from conceptualisation and ideas refinement to the formal
presentation of design solutions in the form of detailed drawings and 3D models. Professional presentation skills are
developed and through evaluation of ideas students learn to make informed decisions. The course follows a National
Graphics Curriculum which is formally assessed for NCEA Levels 1-3 over Years 11-13.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91630
Design and Visual Communication 3.33 – Resolve
a product design through graphics practice
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91628
Design and Visual Communication 3.31 – Develop
a visual presentation that exhibits a design outcome
to an audience
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91627
Design and Visual Communication 3.30 – Initiate design
ideas through exploration
External
4
Portfolio
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Costs: Approximately $60.00 for Graphics Pack (if not purchased in Year 10)
Approximately $30.00 consumables
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LEVEL 1 FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
11FASH
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 Fashion Technology, Art, Design and Visual Communication, Workshop Technology
or Digital Technology.
Course Content: In the Year 11 Fashion Technology course students complete two major projects. The first focuses on
fashion illustration and using fashion illustration techniques to inspire them to make a Cosplay outfit. For the second
project students learn basic sewing techniques to create a wearable garment.
All domestic sewing patterns are provided. Students must supply their own fabric.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91063
Design and Visual Communication 1.30 – Produce
freehand sketches that communicate design ideas
External
3
Portfolio
AS91058
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 1.21 –
Implement basic procedures using textile materials
to make a specified product
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91046
Generic Technology 1.3 – Use design ideas to produce
a conceptual design to address a brief
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91047
Generic Technology 1.4 – Undertake development
to make a prototype to address a brief
Internal
6
Portfolio
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $30.00
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
74
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 2 FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
12FASH
Guidelines for Course Entry: 10 credits NCEA Level 1 in Fashion Technology or Art, Design and Visual Communication,
Materials Technology, Workshop Technology or Digital Technology.
Course Content: In the Year 12 Fashion Technology course students complete two major projects. The first focuses on a
conceptual design and prototyping to create wearable arts for a school fashion show. The second project looks at using
advanced construction techniques and special features to make a wearable garment. All domestic sewing patterns are
supplied. Students must supply their own fabrics.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91357
Generic Technology 2.4 – Undertake effective
development to make and trial a prototype
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91356
Generic Technology 2.3 – Develop a conceptual design
for an outcome
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91345
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 2.21 –
Implement advanced procedures using textile materials
to make a specified product with special features
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91337
Design and Visual Communication 2.30 – Use visual
communication techniques to generate design ideas
External
3
Portfolio
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Costs: Approximately $40.00
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LEVEL 3 FASHION & TEXTILES DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
13FASH
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits Level 2 NCEA Fashion Technology, or by approval of the HOD.
Course Content: In Year 13 Fashion Technology students are allowed to choose and negotiate one or two projects to
complete within the year. Examples of these are creating a collection of formal wear for the school ball, organising a
school fashion show and designing for a client base. All Year 13 students also construct a garment implementing complex
construction techniques and applied design of their choice. Standards listed below are a selection of those available. The
student, with the support of their teacher, will select standards to be studied.
All domestic patterns are provided. Students must supply their own fabric.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
AS91627
Design and Visual Communication 3.30 – Initiate design
ideas through exploration
External
4
AS91623
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.23 –
Implement complex procedures to create an applied
design for a specified product
Internal
4
AS91621
Construction and Mechanical Technologies 3.21 –
Implement complex procedures using textile materials
to make a specified product
Internal
6
AS91611
Generic Technology 3.4 – Develop a prototype
considering fitness for purpose in the broadest sense
Internal
6
Lit/Num
Method
L1 Lit
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Costs: Approximately $50.00
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LEVEL 1 PRACTICAL FOOD & NUTRITION 11FOOD
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 Food Technology recommended.
Course Content: This course is primarily a practical course available to Level 1 students. It is designed as an introduction
to working in a kitchen environment and is a prerequisite for our Level 2 Hospitality course.
The course utilises Hospitality Standards Institute (HSI) cookery Level 1 Unit Standards. It will offer students the opportunity
to experience and take part in a wide range of activities in a variety of contexts with a strong focus on strengthening food
preparation skills.
This programme is assessed against Cookery Unit Standards. Work throughout the year will be internally assessed through
written tests and practical tasks.
Standard
Title
Type
US15900
Prepare and present meat in the hospitality industry
Internal
4
Practical
US19770
Prepare and present egg and cheese dishes in the
hospitality industry
Internal
2
Practical
US15914
Demonstrate complaint handling principles and
procedures in the hospitality industry
Internal
2
Written
US15921
Prepare and cook a cake, a sponge and a batch of scones
in the hospitality industry
Internal
3
Practical
US21059
Knife care, storage and carrying in the hospitality industry Internal
2
Practical
US21057
Prepare, construct and garnish mocktails for the
hospitality industry
Internal
2
Practical
US15919
Hot finger foods
Internal
2
Practical
US15892
Demonstrate knowledge of terminology used for food
and recipes in commercial cookery.
Internal
2
Practical
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $120.00
Does not lead to a Level 3 subject in 2014
76
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 2 HOSPITALITY
12FOHO
Guidelines for Course Entry: It is expected that students will have a completed Level 1 Practical Foods and Nutrition, to
provide the basis for more advanced work at this level.
Course Content: This Hospitality Standards Institute (HSI) approved course is designed to give students specific industry
training which will be advantageous for a career in Hospitality. The course has a large time sensitive practical component
and students are expected to demonstrate a high performance level in a kitchen environment.
The programme is assessed against Cookery Unit Standards. All work is internally assessed through written tests and
practical tasks. Unit 167 must be gained before any other units can be assessed. Units may be changed to suit class needs.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
167
Practice food safety methods in a food business
Internal
4
Practical
US13285
Handle and maintain knives in a commercial kitchen
Internal
2
Practical
US13276
Cook food items by grilling
Internal
2
Practical
US13283
Prepare and present salads for service
Internal
2
Practical
US13271
Cook food items by frying
Internal
2
Practical
US13278
Cook food items by roasting
Internal
2
Practical
US13280
Prepare fruits and vegetable cuts
Internal
2
Practical
US13281
Prepare and present basic sandwiches for service
Internal
2
Practical
US13272
Cook food items by baking
Internal
2
Practical
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Costs: Approximately $120.00
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LEVEL 3 HOSPITALITY
13FOHO
Guidelines for Course Entry: In consultation with the Head of Department. Level 2 Hospitality is highly recommended.
Course Content: This Hospitality Standards Institute (HSI) approved course is designed to give students specific industry
training which will be advantageous for a career in Hospitality. The course has a large time sensitive practical component
and students are expected to demonstrate a high performance level in a kitchen environment.
All work is internally assessed through written tests and practical tasks. Unit 167 from the Food Safety domain must be
gained before any other units can be assessed. Units may be changed to suit class needs.
Standard
Title
Type
167
Practice food safety methods in a food business
Internal
4
Practical
US13282
Prepare, assemble, and present complex sandwiches
for service in a commercial kitchen
Internal
2
Practical
US13331
Prepare and cook pickles, chutneys, and preserves
in a commercial kitchen
Internal
4
Practical
US13343
Demonstrate knowledge of basic nutrition in commercial
catering
Internal
5
Practical
US18497
Demonstrate knowledge of culinary products and terms
Internal
8
Practical
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Costs: Approximately $120.00
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Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LANGUAGES
Head of Department – Jairo Trujillo –Ramirez
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
French
French
French
French
French
German
German
German
German
German
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
Spanish
Spanish
Spanish
Spanish
Spanish
Te Reo Māori
Te Reo Māori
Te Reo Māori
Te Reo Māori
Te Reo Māori
Literacy Support
Literacy Support
Numeracy Support
LEVEL 1 FRENCH
11FREN
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 French or equivalent.
Course Content: Varied language activities encourage greater skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Themes
are: holidays, travel, sport and leisure, health, cafes and restaurants, communications, and talking about New Zealand.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS90882
French 1.5 – Write a variety of text types in French
on areas of most immediate relevance
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90881
French 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of French texts on areas of most immediate relevance
External
5
Exam
AS90880
French 1.3 – Interact using spoken French to
communicate personal information, ideas and opinions
in different situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90878
French 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety of
spoken French texts on areas of most immediate relevance
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
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LEVEL 2 FRENCH
12FREN
Guidelines for Course Entry: 15 credits NCEA Level 1 or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Typical topics are: teenagers, the French-speaking world, health, sport, food and cooking, holidays,
transport, Provence, and the world of work.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91122
French 2.5 – Write a variety of text types in French
to convey information, ideas, and opinions in genuine
contexts
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91121
French 2.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety of
written and/or visual French text(s) on familiar matters
External
5
Exam
AS91119
French 2.3 – Interact using spoken French to share
information and justify ideas and opinions in different
situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91118
French 2.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of spoken French texts on familiar matters
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
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LEVEL 3 FRENCH
13FREN
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 2 French or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Typical topics are: the media, art and artists, technology, and the environment. A short novel is studied
and students are expected to read independently.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91547
French 3.5 – Write a variety of text types in clear French
to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91546
French 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended written and/or visual French texts
External
5
Exam
AS91545
French 3.3 – Interact clearly using spoken French to
explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in
different situations
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91543
French 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended spoken French texts
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
80
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 1 GERMAN
11GERM
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 German or equivalent.
Course Content: Varied language activities encourage greater skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Themes
are the individual, the family and home, school and education, daily routine and health, shopping, city and town, sport
and recreation, travel and holidays, social life and occasions and German film. Students are encouraged to increase their
language and cultural knowledge within these themes using various resources and technology.
Students can apply to participate in the two month exchange (New Zealand summer holidays) at the end of Year 11 or
Year 12.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS90887
German 1.5 – Write a variety of text types in German
on areas of most immediate relevance
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90886
German 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of German texts on areas of most immediate relevance
External
5
Exam
AS90885
German 1.3 – Interact using spoken German to
communicate personal information, ideas and opinions
in different situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90883
German 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of spoken German texts on areas of most immediate
relevance
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 2 GERMAN
12GERM
Guidelines for Course Entry: 15 credits NCEA Level 1 in German or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: The course is theme-orientated. Topics include: German film, friendship and family, health, future plans
and ambitions, and cultural knowledge. The four skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) are further developed.
Students are encouraged to take part in the New Zealand/Germany Student Exchange at the end of the year. There are
also a number of scholarships to Germany available. Exchange students from Germany will come in once during the year.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91127
German 2.5 – Write a variety of text types in German
to convey information, ideas, and opinions in genuine
contexts
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91126
German 2.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
External
of written and/or visual German text(s) on familiar matters
5
Exam
AS91124
German 2.3 – Interact using spoken German to share
information and justify ideas and opinions in different
situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91123
German 2.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety of
spoken German texts on familiar matters
External
5
Exam
Costs: A write-on workbook is available for purchase (approximately $26.00)
Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
81
LEVEL 3 GERMAN
13GERM
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 2 German or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: A continuation of the theme work i.e. current trends, planning for the future, significant events in
Germany/German-speaking countries, a region in Germany, our changing world: media, technology, social cohesion and
environmental issues. Project presentations and individual research are encouraged to further increase language and
cultural knowledge. Literature studies are integrated into theme work.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91552
German 3.5 – Write a variety of text types in clear German
to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91551
German 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended written and/or visual German texts
External
5
Exam
AS91550
German 3.3 – Interact clearly using spoken German
to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives
in different situations
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91548
German 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended spoken German texts
External
5
Exam
Costs: A write-on workbook is available for purchase (approximately $26.00)
Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 1 JAPANESE
11JAPA
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 Japanese or equivalent.
Course Content: Communication and intercultural competency skills are developed through learning about: milestones
in young people’s lives, languages spoken/nationalities/identity, popular fast food in New Zealand and Japan, shopping,
free time activities, city and country living, school trips, part time jobs, careers and aspirations, and Japanese houses.
Students learn to read and write the third alphabet, Katakana.
Cultural comparisons between New Zealand, Australia and Japan as well as other Asian nations are encouraged through
discussions of various cultural conventions. Students will come to understand their identity and place in the world in relation
to others. Varied language activities will foster the development of skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Every alternate year there will be an exchange from our sister school, Minoh High School, to Hutt Valley High School
in late July for one week. Students have the opportunity to host an exchange student.
Standard
Title
Type
AS90897
Japanese 1.5 – Write a variety of text types in Japanese
on areas of most immediate relevance
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90896
Japanese 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of Japanese texts on areas of most immediate relevance
External
5
Exam
AS90895
Japanese 1.3 – Interact using spoken Japanese to
communicate personal information, ideas and opinions
in different situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90893
Japanese 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of spoken Japanese texts on areas of most immediate
relevance
External
5
Exam
Costs: A write-on workbook is available for purchase (approximately $31.00)
Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
82
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
LEVEL 2 JAPANESE
12JAPA
Guidelines for Course Entry: 15 credits NCEA Level 1 Japanese or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Communication and intercultural competency skills are further developed through learning about:
fashion, daily family life and housing, food (including cooking in class and translating a recipe), the prison system in
Japan, education, robots and technology as well as Japanese popular sports and pastimes. Varied language activities
foster the development of the skills of listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Every alternate year there will be an exchange from our sister school, Minoh High School, to Hutt Valley High School
in late July for one week. Students have the opportunity to host an exchange student.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91137
Japanese 2.5 – Write a variety of text types in Japanese
to convey information, ideas, and opinions in genuine
contexts
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91136
Japanese 2.4 – Demonstrate under-standing of a variety of
written and/or visual Japanese text(s) on familiar matters
External
5
Exam
AS91134
Japanese 2.3 – Interact using spoken Japanese to share
information and justify ideas and opinions in different
situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91133
Japanese 2.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of spoken Japanese texts on familiar matters
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 JAPANESE
13JAPA
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 2 Japanese, or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: This course covers the topics of: comparisons of the physical environment of New Zealand and Japan,
tourism/travel and hospitality in Japan, honorific language, polite language, work opportunities in Japan, women,
the aging population and declining birth rate and possible solutions for the future challenges these present, social
networking, and youth culture. Students develop their writing skills in the three main alphabets and practise listening,
reading and speaking through varied language activities. While comparing Japan to New Zealand and other Asian nations,
intercultural competency skills are developed through various class discussions of cultural and social conventions.
Every alternate year there will be an exchange from our sister school, Minoh High School, to Hutt Valley High School
in late July for one week. Students have the opportunity to host an exchange student.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91557
Japanese 3.5 – Write a variety of text types in clear Japanese
to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91556
Japanese 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended written and/or visual Japanese texts
External
5
Exam
AS91555
Japanese 3.3 – Interact clearly using spoken Japanese
to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in
different situations
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91553
Japanese 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended spoken Japanese texts
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
83
LEVEL 1 SPANISH
11SPAN
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 Spanish or equivalent. Students must be committed to daily homework, learning
the day’s new language and revising previous work.
Course Content: Varied language activities encourage greater skills in listening, reading, speaking and writing will
be developed. Major topics are: personal information, home life, routine and leisure activities, school, food shopping,
clothes, town and country, holidays. The main focus is on studying the language but aspects of the culture of Spain and
Latin America will also be introduced.
There will be a two week trip to Spain every two years starting in 2014. This will be in Term 2 using one week of the July
school holidays.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS90912
Spanish 1.5 – Write a variety of text types in Spanish
on areas of most immediate relevance
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90911
Spanish 1.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of Spanish texts on areas of most immediate relevance
External
5
Exam
AS90910
Spanish 1.3 – Interact using spoken Spanish to
communicate personal information, ideas and opinions
in different situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS90908
Spanish 1.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of spoken Spanish texts on areas of most immediate
relevance
External
5
Exam
Costs: A write-on workbook is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 2 SPANISH
12SPAN
Guidelines for Course Entry: 15 credits NCEA Level 1 Spanish or at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Content: Level 1 work is reinforced. The four key skills are developed. Major topics are: holidays, tourism,
geography, history, culture, sport, health and relationships.
There will be a two week trip to Spain every two years starting in 2014. This will be in Term 2 using one week of the July
school holidays.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91152
Spanish 2.5 – Write a variety of text types in Spanish
to convey information, ideas, and opinions in genuine
contexts
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91151
Spanish 2.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety of
written and/or visual Spanish text(s) on familiar matters
External
5
Exam
AS91149
Spanish 2.3 – Interact using spoken Spanish to share
information and justify ideas and opinions in different
situations
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91148
Spanish 2.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of spoken Spanish texts on familiar matters
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
84
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 3 SPANISH
13SPAN
Guidelines for Course Entry: Year 10 Spanish or equivalent. Students must be committed to daily homework, learning
the day’s new language and revising previous work.
Course Content: Varied language activities encourage greater skills in listening, reading, speaking and writing will
be developed. Major topics are: personal information, home life, routine and leisure activities, school, food shopping,
clothes, town and country, holidays. The main focus is on studying the language but aspects of the culture of Spain and
Latin America will also be introduced.
There will be a two week trip to Spain every two years starting in 2014. This will be in Term 2 using one week of the July
school holidays.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91572
Spanish 3.5 – Write a variety of text types in clear Spanish
to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives
Internal
5
Portfolio
AS91571
Spanish 3.4 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended written and/or visual Spanish texts
External
5
Exam
AS91570
Spanish 3.3 – Interact clearly using spoken French to
explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in
different situations
Internal
6
Portfolio
AS91568
Spanish 3.1 – Demonstrate understanding of a variety
of extended spoken Spanish texts
External
5
Exam
Costs: Online learning is available for purchase (approximately $15.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
LEVEL 1 TE REO MĀORI
11MAOR
Guidelines for Course Entry: Years 9 and 10 Māori.
Course Content: Students develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills to a standard that enables them to
manage their tasks in preparation for NCEA assessments. Topics include: whanau, school, marae, health and urban living.
Students also study the traditional and contemporary Maori culture of Aotearoa.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91089
Te Reo Maori 1.5 – Waihanga tuhinga i te reo o tona ao
Internal
AS91087
Te Reo Maori 1.3 – Panui kia mohio ki te reo o tona ao
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit
Portfolio
External
6
L1 Lit
Exam
AS91086
Te Reo Maori 1.2 – Korero kia whakamahi i te reo o tona ao Internal
6
L1 Lit
Speech
AS91085
Te Reo Maori 1.1 – Whakarongo kia mohio ki te reo o tona ao
6
L1 Lit
Exam
Internal
Credits
Costs: A write-on workbook is available for purchase (approximately $20.00)
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
85
LEVEL 2 TE REO MĀORI
12MAOR
Guidelines for Course Entry: 13 credits NCEA Level 1 Māori.
Course Content: Students develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills to a standard that enables them to
manage their tasks in preparation for NCEA assessments. Topics include: whanau, school, marae, health and urban living.
Students also study the traditional and contemporary Maori culture of Aotearoa.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
AS91288
Te Reo Maori 2.5 – Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo
o te ao torotoro
Internal
6
UE Lit
Writing
Portfolio
AS91286
Te Reo Maori 2.3 – Panui kia mohio ki te reo o te ao
torotoro
External
6
UE Lit
Reading
Exam
AS91285
Te Reo Maori 2.2 – Korero kia whakamahi i te reo o te ao
torotoro
Internal
6
L1 Lit
Speech
AS91284
Te Reo Maori 2.1 – Whakarongo kia mohio ki te reo o te ao
torotoro
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Costs: A write-on workbook is available for purchase (approximately $20.00)
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 3 TE REO MĀORI
13MAOR
Guidelines for Course Entry: 12 credits NCEA Level 2 in Te Reo Māori.
Course Content: Students develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills to a standard that enables them
to manage their tasks in preparation for NCEA assessments. Topics include: whanau, school, marae, health, entertainment
and Maori organisations. Students also study the traditional and contemporary Maori culture of Aotearoa.
Standard
Title
Type
AS91654
Te Reo Maori 3.5 – Waihanga tuhinga whai take i te reo
Maori o te ao whanui
Internal
AS91652
Te Reo Maori 3.3 – Panui kia mohio ki te reo Maori
o te ao whanui
AS91651
AS91650
Lit/Num
Method
6
L1 Lit
Portfolio
External
6
L1 Lit
Exam
Te Reo Maori 3.2 – Korero kia whakamahi i te reo Maori
o te ao whanui
Internal
6
L1 Lit
Speech
Te Reo Maori 3.1 – Whakarongo kia mohio ki te reo Maori
o te ao whanui
Internal
4
L1 Lit
Exam
Costs: A write-on workbook is available for purchase (approximately $20.00)
This subject is on the UE Approved List
86
Credits
Head of English Language – Sarah Langley
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
English Language
English Language
English Language
Foundation
English Language
(Beginner/Intermediate)
English Language
Senior Beginners
English Language
Academic
English Language
Academic Purposes
English Language
Academic
The English Language courses are for our students with a non-English speaking background and are intended to be
flexible in order to respond to the needs of the specific students in the classes. Placement tests will determine which level
is appropriate for each student.
LEVEL 1 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Foundation)
11ESOL
Guidelines for Course Entry: Placement tests determine the appropriate English Language class and support needed
for each student from a non-English speaking background.
Course Content: This class is designed for English Language learners at beginner level. This class will help them develop
language skills for survival and will help them access the NZ curriculum. Senior students in this class will study Level 1
English Language Unit Standards.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US27996
Write basic texts on very familiar topics
Internal
8
Portfolio
US27988
Participate in basic personal spoken exchanges
Internal
10
Portfolio
US27982
Read and understand basic texts on very familiar topics
Internal
8
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List (Level 3 English)
87
LEVEL 1 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Senior Beginners)
11ELAN
Guidelines for Course Entry: Placement tests determine the appropriate English Language class and support needed
for each student from a non-English speaking background.
Course Content: This class is designed for senior students who need substantial support to improve their English
proficiency, but whose age and maturity make junior classes unsuitable. The course aims at preparing students for Year
11 English Language (Academic) and Year 12 English Language (Intermediate). Students will learn the most frequently
used words in English and work on developing the vocabulary necessary for NCEA study.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US27999
Write simple texts on familiar topics
Internal
8
Assignment
US27983
Read and understand simple texts on familiar topics
Internal
8
Practical
US27991
Participate in simple spoken exchanges on personal and
familiar topics
Internal
10
Portfolio
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List (Level 3 English)
LEVEL 1 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Academic)
11ELAC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Placement tests determine the appropriate English Language class and support needed
for each student from a non-English speaking background.
Course Content: This class is designed to assist mainstream Year 11 students with English Language skills across the
curriculum. Students will focus on Level 3 English Unit Standards. It will also introduce the academic vocabulary and skills
students need for future success.
Standard
Title
Type
US28058
Read and demonstrate understanding of a range
of written texts independently
Internal
5
Portfolio
US28062
Participate in a formal interview
Internal
5
Practical
US28051
Demonstrate understanding of spoken interaction
on familiar topics
Internal
5
Practical
US28070
Write a response for a specific purpose
Internal
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List (Level 3 English)
88
Credits
5
Lit/Num
Method
Portfolio
LEVEL 2 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Beginner/Intermediate) 12ELAN
Guidelines for Course Entry: Placement tests determine the appropriate English Language class and support needed
for each student from a non-English speaking background.
Course Content: This class is designed for students who are not taking a mainstream English class. Students will
work towards achieving Level 1 Literacy. The course aims to help improve student’s academic achievement across the
curriculum. As well as growing student’s vocabulary, this course will introduce reading and writing skills that students
will need for future success.
Standard
Title
Type
US26622
Write to communicate ideas for a purpose and audience
Internal
US26625
Actively participate in spoken interactions
US26624
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
4
L1 Lit
Portfolio
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Portfolio
Read texts with understanding
Internal
3
L1 Lit
Portfolio
US28022
Demonstrate understanding of simple spoken
information on familiar topics
Internal
5
Practical
US28000
Write simple texts for practical purposes
Internal
7
Portfolio
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
C&I
Leads to a subject on the UE Approved List (Level 3 English)
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
LEVEL 2 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Academic)
12ELAC
Guidelines for Course Entry: Placement tests determine the appropriate English Language class and support needed
for each student from a non-English speaking background.
Course Content: This class is for students who are studying at Level 2 and need assistance with English language across
the curriculum. It is the first year of a two year academic English Language course. It aims to develop student’s reading
and writing skills and prepare them to get literacy credits for University Entrance.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US28056
Read and understand texts on familiar topics
Internal
5
Assignment
US28068
Write texts on familiar topics
Internal
5
Portfolio
US28052
Demonstrate understanding of detailed spoken
instructions
Internal
5
Practical
US28064
Present on a familiar topic
Internal
5
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
This subject is not a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
89
LEVEL 3 ENGLISH LANGUAGE (Academic Purposes)
13ELAC
Guidelines for Course Entry: English Language placement tests determine the appropriate English Language class and
support needed for each student from a non-English speaking background.
Course Content: The Year 13 English Language course is designed for students from a non-English speaking background
to meet the literacy requirements of New Zealand universities. It also aims to develop the skills needed for university
study. These skills include research, planning, listening, presenting and academic writing styles.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US22750
Write a crafted text using researched material in English
to an academic purpose
Internal
5
UE Lit
Writing
Assignment
US22751
Read and process information in English for academic
purposes
Internal
5
UE Lit
Reading
Assignment
US22892
Demonstrate understanding of spoken texts and process
information in English for academic purposes
Internal
5
Practical
US22891
Deliver an oral presentation in English for an academic
purpose
Internal
5
Practical
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
This subject is not on the UE Approved List
90
EMPLOYMENT SKILLS & GATEWAY
Head of Department – Lyn House
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
NCEA Level 1
Year 12
NCEA Level 2
Year 13
NCEA Level 3
Employment Skills
Employment Skills
Gateway
Employment Skills
Gateway
LEVEL 1 EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
11EMPS
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in gaining skills relevant in specific work placements.
Course Content: Units of work will include:
• How to protect health and safety in the workplace
• Participating productively in group tasks
• Describing community services
• Managing personal wellness
• Describing law enforcement
• Producing a curriculum vitae
• Writing formal personal correspondence/filling in forms
• Driver safety
Units of work will explore a wide range of topics employers have identified as being important in the workplace. Doing
this course will help students in their future working life.
Students will be shown what is needed to be an employable person. Students who demonstrate these qualities are
eligible for entry on to the Gateway programme.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US526
Describe community services
Internal
2
Assignment
US504
Produce a CV (curriculum vitae)
Internal
2
Assignment
US497
Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health and safety
requirements
Internal
3
Practical
US496
Manage personal wellness
Internal
3
Practical
US3503
Participate and communicate in a team or group
to complete a routine task
Internal
2
Practical
US3483
Fill in a form
Internal
2
Assignment
US12358
Demonstrate knowledge of purchasing household
consumables
Internal
3
Assignment
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Does not lead to a subject on the UE Approved List
91
LEVEL 2 EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
12EMPS
Guidelines for Course Entry: Interest in gaining skills relevant in a wide variety of work placements. There will be work
placements and opportunities to attend specific industry courses at WelTec or other industry providers.
Course Content: Units of work will include:
• Describe one’s own lineage, heritage and cultural identity
• Explore career options
• Produce a targeted resume
• Identify support services within the community
• Describe ways of managing and coping with change
• Describe stress and ways of dealing with it
• Describe the legal rights and personal responsibilities of secondary students.
Units of work will explore a wide range of topics employers have identified as being important in the workplace. Doing
this course will help students in their future working life.
Students can gain entry on to the Gateway programme in Year 13 with a positive attitude.
Standard
Title
Type
Credits
Lit/Num
Method
US8545
Describe factors contributing to, and consequences
of, crime
Internal
3
Assignment
US4258
Describe ways of managing and coping with change
Internal
2
Assignment
US4252
Produce a targeted resume
Internal
2
Assignment
US3483
Fill in a form
Internal
2
Assignment
US12355
Describe stress and ways of dealing with it
Internal
2
Assignment
US12352
Describe aspects of one's own lineage, heritage,
and cultural identity
Internal
3
Assignment
US10792
Write formal personal correspondence
Internal
3
Assignment
US10337
Describe the legal rights and personal responsibilities
of secondary school students
Internal
3
Assignment
Assessment will be selected from these standards based on individual need. A minimum of 20 credits will be gained if successful
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Does not lead to a subject on the UE Approved List
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
92
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
LEVEL 2/LEVEL 3 GATEWAY
12GATE
Guidelines for Course Entry: Positive attitude, at least 85% attendance and a strong work ethic. Students need to
complete an application letter by the end of Term 3 and interviews will be conducted at the beginning of Term 4.
Course Content: Gateway is a Government funded programme which provides opportunities for students to participate
in workplace learning and achieve workplace qualifications while still at school. It is a formalised learning arrangement
giving students a head-start to gain employment, (part time and full time), apprenticeships, further training opportunities
and valuable networks. Students are able to attend placements that fit into their timetables; this can be up to the maximum
of one day a week if appropriate. Gateway students attend normal classes when they are not on their placements. They
are expected to catch up on any work missed as part of the programme and their attendance must remain at 85% during
the year on the programme. Students are expected to achieve at least 20 credits on the programme and must complete
specific generic unit standards in the first term before an Individual Learning Plan is created. Entry is then gained into
courses offered and related unit standards are purchased for the student.
Some of the employment placement opportunities include:
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Agriculture
Animal care
Art and Design
Air stewarding
Air NZ
Automotive
Audio –engineering
Architecture
Banking
Beauty Therapy
Baking
Broadcasting
Building
Butchery
Computing
Conservation
Dance
Design
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Diving
Drafting
Early Childcare
Electrical
Engineering
Event Management
Fabrication and welding
Fashion
Floristry
Graphic design
Glazier
Hairdressing
Hospitality
Horticulture
Interior Design
Joinery
Media
Medical
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Model making
Music
Nursing
Performing Arts
Personal training
Pharmacy
Photography
Plumbing
Radio and media
Retail
Sports and sports coaching
Teaching
Transport
Tourism
Zoology
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Health and Safety Level 2 (for Year 12 students) 12 credits
Health and Safety Level 3 (for Year 13 students) 12 credits
First Aid Certificate 4 credits
BCITO – Level 3 20 credits
Red Shirts – Level 2 27 credits
Electrical – Level 2 13 credits
SIT credits in IT and Health
Tourism – Level 2 and 3
Agriculture
Automotive – Level 2 10 credits
Early Childhood
Not Eligible for Course Endorsement
Costs: Nil
Does not lead to a subject on the UE Approved List
C&I
MT
PI
SI
S&CS
CI
Credits achieved in this course may go towards the following Vocational Pathways
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LEVEL 3 EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
13EMPS
Guidelines for Course Entry: Students should have an interest in gaining skills relevant for a wide variety of work
pathways. Students who select Employment Skills will want to improve their confidence and communication skills.
Students should expect to work both independently and in group situations.
Course Content: The course will involve some Tertiary Level 3 Units in Customer Service from WelTec and also cover
several employment related Unit Standards. One day each fortnight the course will focus on skills in the area of hospitality.
This will involve cooking, presentation, serving and setting tables.
The end goal is for students of have credits outlining their skills that will support their involvement in the work force.
The cost of the course is a fee as it covers the ingredients for the cooking classes.
Generic units of work include:
• Career planning
• Customer service units in co-operation with WelTec
• Interviews
• Employment relationships
Individual assessment programmes are developed using some of these standards.
Standard
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Type
US11831
Apply skills and qualities of a salesperson in a retail
or distribution environment
Internal
6
Practical and
assignment
US11817
Serve customers face to face in a wide range of contexts
Internal
4
Practical and
assignment
US11818
Demonstrate and apply product and/or service
knowledge
Internal
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Assignment
US4251
Plan a career pathway
Internal
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Assignment
US422
Create in-store displays in a retail or distribution
environment
Internal
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Practical
US22013
Create and maintain materials for presentation
of products
Internal
3
Practical
US1980
Describe, from an employee perspective, ways of dealing
with employment relationship problems
Internal
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Assignment
We are grateful to families making voluntary payments to assist with course specific costs
Costs: Approximately $60.00 for contribution to cooking ingredients
This subject is not on the UE Approved List
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