Kaitaia College Curriculum Handbook 2016
Introduction He Whakataki
Te tirohanga whakamua tēnei pukapuka matauranga mo nga tauira, nga matua hoki o Te Kura Tuarua o Kaitaia.
This curriculum handbook is intended to provide students and parents with a comprehensive view of the Kaitaia College
curriculum.
Kaitaia College offers a diverse range of subjects that prepare students for a range of National Qualifications including National
Certificate of Educational Achievement [NCEA] Levels 1, 2, and 3, and a variety of tertiary qualifications.
It is important that students make good choices with regard to course selection. This book provides vital information to enable them
to do this, as it contains pre-requisites to courses and outlines of where they might lead.
It is wise to seek advice from specialist staff. Mrs. Mareea Paitai, the Careers Advisor, leads a team including Deans and Guidance
Counsellors who are able to help with course planning. Specific information about a course is best obtained from the relevant Head
of Learning Area or Teacher in Charge of the subject.
Over the last few years there have been considerable changes to NCEA and consequently to the courses offered at Kaitaia College.
For any course, if there are too few students, it may not proceed. Courses may also be modified in the new year to meet the needs
of students who enrol then. This handbook is our ‘best endeavour’ to predict 2016.
Universities and other tertiary institutions are constantly changing their entry requirements; for the institutions as a whole and for
specific courses. As a school, we try to keep students up to date with information but the university’s own websites are the best
source of information, and students and whānau should be accessing these.
Please, students and whānau, study this book together.
We encourage participation and input of parents and caregivers in their child’s future choices.
E aki ana mātou e ngā mātua, nga kaitautoko hoki ki, ‘te whaea te iti kahurangi’ mō a rātou tamariki
Naku noa na
Jack Saxon, Principal
Cover artwork by Shania Panther
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Contents
Introduction
Help
Careers
Option Selections
Academic & Subject
Choice Counselling
Course Confirmation
Careers Section
Vocational Pathways
Useful Resources
NCEA
Fees & Financial Assistance
Distance Learning
Curriculum Overview
Gateway & Trades Academy
Year 11 Course Information
Year 11 Course Summary
Year 12 Course Information
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Year 12 Course Summary
Year 13 Course Information
Year 13 Course Summary
Subject Pathways & Entry
English
Mathematics
Science
Arts
Health & Physical Education
Languages & Māori Social Sciences
Technology
Subject Choice
Subject Choice Tips
Selecting Subjects
Subject Choice Sheet 2016
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Pull Out
Help
This Curriculum Handbook is designed to help you select courses for Year 11, 12 and 13.
Careers
If you have a particular career in mind you can get information
on what subjects to take and at what levels to take them
online, using the computers in the library or at home.
Check out: www.careers.govt.nz
Do not hesitate to see Mrs. Paitai, the Careers Advisor, if
you have any questions regarding your future career. There
is further information on careers in the careers section of this
handbook.
Current Year 10 Students
If you have no career in mind, don’t panic. Most students
do not make up their minds until much later. However, you
should start thinking about what you might like to do. Look at
the subjects you are interested in or are good at and discuss
your strengths and weaknesses with your family. Check out
the website.
Option Selections
When putting together your course for 2016:
• Make sure you understand the entry requirements of
all your subjects
• Students who have not met these requirements will
usually not gain entry into the course. If entry requirements
are not met, you will have to study at a lower level. As a
result, it has become very common for students to study at
multiple levels (e.g. Three subjects at Level 2 and two at
Level 1)
• The school tries very hard to give you your first choice
of subjects. For us to do so means we need definite
information by the stated deadline.
• Not completing your subject choice forms on the correct
day may mean your choice of option is not available to
you because the class is full or was cancelled due to small
student numbers or unavailability of a specialist teacher.
Years 11, 12, 13 in 2016 - Need additional help or guidance with your subject choice selection?
• Ask your Dean:
Year
Year
Year
Year
10:
11:
12:
13:
Mrs. Middleton
Mr. Watson
Mr. Walker
Mr. Withiel
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•
•
•
Your Whānau Group Teacher
Careers Advisor – Mrs. Paitai
Scholarship/grant information - Mrs. Paitai or Mr. Withiel
Check websites on page 20 in this book
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Subject Choice Timeline
August
August 2015:
Curriculum Handbook issued to students
September
August 2015:
Academic & Subject Choice Counselling
Academic & Subject Choice Counselling
This is an opportunity to speak to teaching staff about the
subjects you may wish to take next year, and find out more
about them and where they may lead.
Information display areas include:
Understanding NCEA
• Financial Assistance
Career information and future pathways
• Funding and Scholarships
• Making the right subject choices
A subject choice day will be held in Term Three. This is an
opportunity to speak with a panel comprised of Heads of
Learning Areas about course selection. Ms. Flanagan will also
be available to discuss Te Tai Tokerau Trades Academy with
prospective students and parents.
September 2015:
Subject choices finalised by students
Course Confirmation
All senior students will receive a letter to confirm their course
in late January and are expected to attend the Course
Confirmation Enrolment Days at the beginning of the
school year.
Need additional help or guidance?
Ask: • Your Whānau Group Teacher
• Year Level Dean
• Careers Advisor
Careers Information
The Career Education Programme aims to assist students develop the skills, attitudes and understanding of how to best prepare for post-school options. The programme looks to
enhance student career development through a series of processes and links to the Key Competencies:
Developing Self-Awareness
Explore & Compare
Decide & Prepare
Act
Self-knowledge
Developing strengths
Changing aspirations as they develop and grow
Able to identify support in whānau/community
Opportunity awareness
Life, learning and work realities on
whānau/community
Accessing and using information of work trends
Making life, learning and work decisions
Creating opportunities
Use this knowledge to identify their next step
Life, learning and work plans
Acting to secure future - education, training/work
Managing change - coping strategies to manage
unplanned change and transition
The concept of lifelong learning through work and non-work roles, the necessity for flexibility and adaptability in a rapidly changing labour market, and the skills to cope and
manage these changes are integrated into curriculum areas and career-related activities.
CAREER LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR STUDENTS
This table details career education opportunities available for students during their time at school.
• Goal setting
• Careers Expo
• CareersNZ programme
• The Real Game
• Developing self-awareness
• Explore and compare
• Developing self-awareness
• Explore and compare
• Future pathways
• RYDA programme
• Tertiary awareness experience days/trips
• University options trip
• Careers Expo
• STAR courses
• Curriculum integration within all subjects
• Gateway opportunities
• Goal setting
• Academic and subject choice counselling
• Developing self-awareness
• Explore and compare
• Decide and prepare
• Future pathways
• STAR courses
• MaiBiz: Inspired Entrepreneur Experience
• Curriculum integration within all subjects
• Studylink/scholarship workshops
•Trades Academy
• CV workshops
• Gateway opportunities
• Practice interviews
• Careers Expo
• Year 12 tertiary trip x 2
• University liaison visits
• L2FPY
• L2ENP
• Academic and subject choice counselling
• Goal setting
• Trades Academy opportunities
• Explore and compare
• Decide and prepare
• Future pathways
• STAR courses
• Curriculum integration within all subjects
• Individual interviews – post-school option
• University liaison visits
• Goal setting
• Studylink/scholarship/grant workshops
• Gateway opportunities
• Practice interviews
• Careers Expo
• Year 13 tertiary trip
• Scholarship/grant application • L3FPY • L3ENP
• Trades Academy opportunities • Trades Academy
• CV workshops
• CareersNZ action plan
• Explore and compare
• Decide and act
Careers Page 5
• Tertiary career options trips
• Goal setting
• CareersNZ programme
• Careers Expo
• Curriculum integration within all subjects
• Academic and subject choice counselling • Year 10 Tertiary Trip
• Guest speakers
YEAR 12
• Induction visit
• Guest speakers
• Academic and subject choice counselling
• Curriculum integration within all subjects
OUTCOME
YEAR 13
YEAR 11 YEAR 10 YEAR 9
ACTIVITY
Tertiary Links With Careers
For entry to tertiary courses - there is now less emphasis placed on subjects studied at school. It is the standard of achievement rather than the actual
subjects that gain a student entry to the course of their choice. Of course, there are exceptions - usually with the science based career options, and these
need to be researched before final decisions are made. The information found in A Guide to Academic Requirements for Tertiary Training Options (below) is a
starting point to assist with decision-making about future options. This can be supported by checking out the following:
CareersNZ website - www.careers.govt.nz
Talk to Mrs. Paitai, the Careers Advisor - (09) 408 0190
Talk to Ms. Flanagan - Gateway & Te Tai Tokerau Trades Academy
Ring CareersNZ to talk to a Careers Advisor - 0800 222 733
Websites of tertiary institutes running the course(s) you are interested in
NCEA & The Whānau - Jaqi Brown - (09) 408 6943 or 027 450 3492
Glossary of Terms:
PTE - Private Training Establishments - set up by individuals rather than the Government. Many of their qualifications are recognised by NZQA. Currently 100s.
ITO - Industry Training Organisations - all areas of business and industry have an ITO, which is responsible for training in its industry. Currently 14.
A Guide to Academic Requirements for Tertiary Training Options
Degree Entry
You will be qualified for entrance to New
Zealand universities in 2016 if you have
obtained:
• 42 credits at Level 3 or higher, made up of 14
credits each in three approved subjects (page 35)
plus 18 other Level 3 or higher credits
• Literacy - 10 credits at Level 2 or above*, made up of:
• 5 credits in reading
• 5 credits in writing
• Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above*, made up of:
• Achievement standards - specified
achievement standards available through a
range of subjects, or
• Unit standards - package of three numeracy
unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627 - all
three required)
University points: the university chooses your best
80 credits from the top five subjects and allocates
two points for Achieved, three for Merit and four for
Excellence. See university websites re minimum points.
Aim for more credits than “minimum”
• To ensure that you are competitive with
other applicants
• To ensure that you achieve minimum
number of credits required
Apprenticeship Entry
Most prefer completion of NCEA Level 2
Minimum: Level 1 or Level 2 English – 12 credits,
Maths – 12 credits. Most prefer Science – 12
credits, plus credits in subjects associated with the
apprenticeship.
ALL apprenticeships require that you are able to
meet entry requirements for the industry you are
interested in.
Certificate Entry
Many prefer completion of Year 12
Must meet minimum English requirement for
certificate in area of study – Level 1 – 10 literacy
credits.
Many require 10 numeracy credits.
Some certificates require Level 2 credits for
entry.
Armed Forces Entry
Officer – Aim for NCEA L3 plus University Entrance.
Some careers require a minimum of 18 credits in L3
Mathematics with Calculus and Physics.
Airforce Officer – L2ENG - 18 credits,
Maths - 18 credits, SCI (preferably Physics) - 18
credits
Technical/Trades/Soldier, Seaman, Ground
Crew – Minimum: L1 or L2 English – 12 credits,
Maths – 12 credits. Most prefer Science or Design
Technology – 12 credits plus credits in trade or area
of interest.
Age requirement – 17 years some trades or 18
years - (check). 3 years secondary education and
medically fit for service.
Diploma Entry
Usually – Level 2 – 60 credits over 4 subjects,
one of those subjects must be English.
Some Diplomas require Level 3 credits for entry.
Careers Page 6
*For the list of Level 1, Level 2 and 3 standards that
contribute to University Entrance requirements, please
visit the NZQA website www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea
IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE
Science
Technology
Engineering &
Mathematics
STEM knowledge and skills are highly transferable across industries. With IT knowledge, for instance,
you can work in sectors as diverse as manufacturing, professional, scientific and technical services,
information media and telecommunications, financial services, and education and training.
How do I start a STEM-based career?
Demand for workers in many STEM occupations will grow. This is due to a variety of factors. These
include a growing demand for engineers and architects as the construction sector recovers and the
Canterbury rebuild takes place; a need for more food technologists and scientists as New Zealand’s
food exports increase; and a need for more graduates with information science and technology skills,
to meet the world’s increasing demand for smarter software and technology.
New Zealand’s hardest to fill roles for 2015:
1. Skilled Trades
2. Technicians
3. Engineers
4. Sales Representatives
5. IT Personnel
7. Management/Executive (Management/Corporate)
8. Secretaries, Personal Assistants, Receptionists, Administrative Assistants and Office Support Staff
9. Doctors and other non-nursing Health Professionals
10. Drivers
Careers Page 7
6. Accounting and Finance Staff
Entry Requirements & Subject Recommendations
for Tertiary Training and Study
As long as a student has fulfilled the requirements of University Entrance many NZ
university degrees can be undertaken with no specific school subjects. Study in
such areas as Music, Fine Arts, Chemistry, Maths and Physics do require a sound
background knowledge from school, but it would follow that a strong interest in
these areas would precede degree level study anyway. Success in other tertiary
study/training can be enhanced if a student has a related subject background, e.g.
languages, computer science, accounting. Students are however sometimes caught
out by the following approved Level 3 subject requirements from NZ universities:
Law: 2-3 English rich subjects.* Check university websites
Medicine/Dentistry: Otago and Auckland offer a combined total of three pathways
into Medicine, with slightly differing subject requirements for each. Keep options
open for all, take Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Maths (Calculus or Statistics), and an
English rich subject.
Physiotherapy/Pharmacy: (to keep paths open for Otago, Auckland University of
Technology and Auckland universities) Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Maths (Calculus
or Statistics) and an English rich subject*
Vet Science: Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Statistics, English rich subject*
Engineering: Calculus, Physics and Chemistry. Check university websites
Architecture: (to keep paths open for Victoria and Auckland universities) Maths
and/or Physics and an English rich subject* (excluding Social Studies)
Health Related Professions : (e.g. Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Medical
Radiation Technologist, Psychologist) Most universities prefer one or two Science/
Maths subjects. University of Auckland prefers all three science.
*English rich subjects: English, Geography, History, Classical Studies, History of
Art. Te Reo Māori, Te Reo Rangatira
Check the specifics at:
• www.careers.govt.nz (Jobs Database…[SELECT JOB]…How to Enter the Job)
• with training providers
• Career Advisor
If you want to keep any of the above career options open, ensure you are
aware of the school’s subject prerequisites to progress your studies each year
through to higher levels.
School leavers have several training/study pathways open to them. Assistance
can be obtained from the Careers Advisor/Dean/HoLA/Careers NZ.
Earn as you learn pathways
Armed Forces: Army, Navy, Air Force – all with subsidised university study schemes.
See websites. Police – call 0800 NEWCOPS or visit their website.
Apprenticeships: Talk to Ms. Flanagan. These contracts offer employment,
practical training and theory components with a qualification gained at the end. See
www.hgta.co.nz and http://www.skillz.org.nz/industry-training/ito-directory.html
www.tec.govt.nz/
Industry Training Organisations: There are 14 NZ Industry Training Organisations
(ITO) that oversee training/education within their respective fields. ITOs can be
contacted for information of training, qualifications and jobs available in their
industries. Industries not covered by an ITO include finance and banking, health,
education, law, film and television.
Examples: Aeronautical Engineer, Agriculture, Architectural, Aluminium, Bakery,
Boating, Building and Construction, Contracting, Dairy, Manufacturing, Electricity
Supply, Electro-technology, Engineering, Flooring, Food Processing, Forestry,
Furniture, Horticulture, Hospitality, Joinery, Motor, Painting and Decorating, Plastics,
Plumbing, Printing, Public Sector, Retail, Road Transport, Seafood, Sports Turf,
Telecommunications, Tourism.
Cadetships: This method of training is an emerging trend with employers whereby
they offer employment plus sponsored study. Check out via an internet search e.g.
www.futureintech.org.nz/ KPMG - Accounting, Opus - Civil Engineering.
Unpaid work experience/Gateway placements can help secure future employment
- speak with Ms. Flanagan.
Study pathways
Polytechnic/Wananga: There are 23 in NZ which offer a variety of qualifications
from Certificates to Masters Degrees in practical and academic areas. Check entry
criteria in relevant prospectus/website.
Private training establishments (PTEs): Receive partial government funding if
stringent regulations are met. Fees tend to be higher than those of polytechnics
e.g. Sir George Seymour, Agriculture New Zealand, International Travel College,
Evolution School of Beauty, Queenstown Resort College. Check entry criteria in
relevant prospectus or website.
Universities: There are eight in NZ. Entry requirements have been tightened due to
capping of government funding and students should prepare accordingly.
Careers Page 8
Compulsory Subjects for University/
Polytechnic Study
Me maumahara he tino toa ki roto i ia tangata.
Rapua te toa nei, me whangaia, ka tupu, ka puawai.
> Remember there is a champion in each of us.
Seek that champion, nurture it, until it blossoms.
What parents, families and whānau can do to ensure their teenager/tai tamariki’s success in NCEA
1. Talk to the Careers Advisor, Dean, Whānau Group
Teacher, Head of Learning Area or Champion Mentor for
more information about Vocational Pathways and Youth
Guarantee Options
2. Look in the curriculum handbook for career pathway
options with your teenager/tai tamariki
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Communication skills
Customer service skills - in person, on the phone and online
Ability to work well in a team
Literacy skills (being able to read and write)
Numeracy skills (being able to make sense of numbers)
Confidence in learning about and using computers and
technology
Planning and organisational skills
Initiative and can-do attitude
Problem-solving skills
Good work habits and independence
Understanding of health and safety
Many trades and health careers require a Driver’s Licence
First Aid Certificate recommended in many sectors
5. Ask us about our NCEA and The Whānau workshops.
6. Ask us about our Champions Mentoring opportunity.
7. Ask for your copy of the NCEA Student Planner.
8. FYI - On occasions some teachers offer tutorials or revision
classes in mathematics and sciences.
Careers Page 9
3. As a whānau you can ...
• Set goals with your teenager/tai tamariki and remind
them about your dreams for their future
• Purchase a calendar and mark the dates of internal
assessments and examination timetables
• Help your teenager/tai tamariki to balance school work
with their other activities (e.g. sports, cultural, social, phone
or computer time)
• Talk with your teenager/tai tamariki every day about their
studies. Ask them to share a highlight.
• If your teenager/tai tamariki says they are not enjoying
learning or school, talk with them to find a solution
• Ring, email or visit your teenager/tai tamariki’s teacher
or dean. Ask ‘how can we support our teenager/tai
tamariki ’s learning at home?’ ‘How is the school
supporting our teenager/tai tamariki’s achievement?’
• Make a space at home for your teenager/tai tamariki to
study e.g. good lighting, space to pin up planners, desk or table.
• Talk to your teenager/tai tamariki about the importance
of going to school and each class every day.
• Talk to your teenager/tai tamariki to plan and do study
during times they are more motivated.
4. Discuss these: According to Business New Zealand, the
Top skills employers look for are:
Ngā ara ka hīkoia e koe
> The paths you walk
Ngā aronga ka whaia e koe
> The directions you take
Youth Guarantee
The Youth Guarantee initiative is all about providing 16-19 year olds
with more options and choices to gain a New Zealand Qualifications
Framework Level 1-3 qualification (including NCEA) and go on to
further education and training.
Vocational Pathways provide new ways to achieve NCEA Level 2.
The pathways show students how learning and achievement will
be valued in the workplace. They also suggest the type of study
options and job opportunities available as learners.
Vocational Pathways
The Vocational Pathways Profile is a visual graph (example above) that
shows achievement against each of the Vocational Pathways - students
can see their progress and check that their course selections provide the
pathways they need to achieve their goals.
A Vocational Pathways Award provides formal recognition of a student’s
completion of a particular pathway. Students can receive more than one
award if they complete more than one Vocational Pathway. Students
can show how their achievement relates to the learning or skills training
employers are seeking. A Vocational Pathways Award can be viewed by
students when they log in to the learner page of the NZQA website at
www.nzqa.govt.nz/learner-login.
Students can also visit www.careers.govt.nz or www.youthguarantee.net.
nz for tools to help plan their future study and work options.
Careers Page 10
The Vocational Pathways
are a tool that provide
a clear framework for
vocational options, linking
education decisions
and future employment
aspirations to six broad
sectors of industry:
• Construction and
Infrastructure
• Primary Industries
• Service Industries
• Manufacturing and
Technology
• Social and Community
Services
• Creative Industries
Construction & Infrastructure
Vocational
Pathways
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Check
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associated with the role. Sometimes you need a specific qualification to get into a job,
but in many areas you can work towards higher qualifications by learning on the job.
Check out the job profiles on www.careers.govt.nz, or talk to your careers advisor to
find out more.
NZQF Level
2
NCEA Level 2
3–4–5
Certificate
5–6
Diploma
7
8–10
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
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NCEA Level 2
Architect
Mining Engineer
Architectural Technician
Naval Architect/Boat Designer
Boat Builder
Painter and Decorator
Bricklayer
Plasterer
Building Contractor
Plumber, Gasfitter, and Drainlayer
Building Inspector
Project Manager
Building Insulator
Property Manager
Cabinet Maker
Quantity Surveyor
Caretaker
Railway Shunter
Carpenter
Roading Construction Worker
Civil Engineer
Roadmarker
Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson
Roofer
Concrete Worker
Rubbish/Recycling Collector
Construction Manager
Scaffolder
Crane Operator
Stonemason
Diver
Survey Technician
Driller
Surveyor
Earthmoving Machine Operator
Water/Waste Water Treatment Operator
Electrician
Welder
3–4–5
Certificate
5–6
Diploma
7
8–10
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
Energy Auditor
Environmental Engineer
Much of the work in the Construction and Infrastructure Sector
is learnt ‘hands-on’, so it’s best to get on the job through an
apprenticeship or landing an entry level position. For many roles in this
sector, the work is based outside, involves the use of tools and more
often than not, team work.
Fabrication Engineer
Floor and Wall Tiler
Floor Covering Installer
Fork-Lift Operator
General Labourer
Glazier
Interior Designer
Joiner
Landscape Gardener
Lift Technician
Line Mechanic
Locksmith
Metal Worker
Mine/Quarry Manager
Miner/Quarry Worker
CONSTRUCTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE SECTOR
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SOLVING REAL PROBLEMS WITH REAL SOLUTIONS
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Careers Page 11
Landscape Architect
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the ‘dots’ in the following table show the level (or levels) of qualification usually
associated with the role. Sometimes you need a specific qualification to get into a job,
but in many areas you can work towards higher qualifications by learning on the job.
Check out the job profiles on www.careers.govt.nz, or talk to your careers advisor to
find out more.
NZQF Level
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
NZQF Level
Agricultural Technician
Meat/Seafood Process Worker
Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant
Microbiologist
Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist
Nursery Grower/Worker
Animal Attendant
Packhouse Worker
Aquaculture Farmer
Production Manager
Arborist
Pulp and Paper Mill Operator
Beekeeper
Quarantine Inspector
Biochemist
Ranger
Biosecurity Officer
Saw Doctor
Biotechnologist
Science Technician
Crop Farm Worker
Shearer
Crop Farmer
Stock and Station Agent
Dairy Farmer
Veterinarian
Dairy Products Maker
Veterinary Nurse
Dog Trainer
Winemaker
Energy Auditor
Wood Processing Worker
Environmental Engineer
Farm Worker
Farmer/Farm Manager
Fencer
Fishery Officer
Fishing Skipper
Food Technologist
Forester
Forestry and logging worker
Gardener
General Labourer
Geologist
Groundsperson
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Hunter/Trapper
Landscape Architect
Landscape Gardener
Marine Biologist
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Careers Page 12
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The ‘dots’ in the following table show the level (or levels) of qualification usually
associated with the role. Sometimes you need a specific qualification to get into a job,
but in many areas you can work towards higher qualifications by learning on the job.
Check out the job profiles on www.careers.govt.nz, or talk to your careers advisor to
find out more.
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Bank Worker
Accountant
Barrister
Accounts Officer
Bartender
Actuary
Beauty Therapist
Administration Officer
Bicycle Mechanic
Advertising Specialist
Brewer
Advertising, Sales and Marketing Manager
Bus Driver
Aeronautical Engineer
Butcher
Aeroplane Pilot
Buyer
Agricultural Technician
Cafe Worker
Air Force Airman/Airwoman
Cafe/Restaurant Manager
Camping Ground Manager
Air Force Officer
Caretaker
Air Traffic Controller
Carpet Cleaner
Aircraft Loader
Cashier
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Casino Worker
Aircraft Refueller
Check-in Agent
Animal Attendant
Chef
Archivist
Chemist
Army Officer
Cinema Projectionist
Army Soldier
Cleaner
Auctioneer
Conservator
Auditor
Contact Centre Worker
Cook
Baker
Courier/Postie
Curator
The Services Sector is a very diverse pathway that is about interacting
with and helping people. Think of anytime you have been served by
“I
get to
people
onin holidays
and over
business
someone
- atsend
a restaurant
or cafe,
a hotel, on a plane,
the phone,
at
the
gym,
or
at
the
hairdresser.
That
person
who
helped
you
works in
trips to all sorts of wonderful places as well
this sector.
Priscilla, Senior Travel Consultant
Debt Collector
Deckhand
Delivery Driver
Demonstrator
Dietitian
Diver
Diversional Therapist
Dog Trainer
Driving Instructor
Economist
Energy Auditor
Events Manager
Exhibition Technician
Finance Manager
Financial Adviser
Financial Dealer
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as travel to experience various destinations
myself so I can give first-hand advice to
travellers. What really makes my day is when
clients come back from their trip and say how
wonderful it was and that they are thankful for
my expert advice.”
Customs/Freight Broker
Services
Vocational
Pathways
NZQF Level
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
NZQF Level
Fitness Instructor
Meteorologist
Flight Attendant
Model
Florist
Mortgage Broker
Flying Instructor
Motor Vehicle Salesperson
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Navy Officer
Furniture Packer/Mover
Navy Sailor
Gardener
Office Manager
Geologist
Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
Panelbeater
Geophysicist
Payroll Officer
Graphic Designer
Personal Assistant
Gunsmith
Pest Controller
Hairdresser/Barber
Health and Safety Adviser
Health and Safety Inspector
Heavy Truck Driver
Pharmacist
Pharmacy Technician
Photographic Developer/Printer
Physicist
Helicopter Pilot
Picture Framer
Helpdesk Operator
Private Teacher/Tutor
Historian
Production Assistant (Film/Television/Radio/Stage)
Hotel Porter
Professional Sportsperson
Hotel/Motel Manager
Project Manager
Housekeeper
Human Resources Adviser
Importer/Exporter
Property Manager
Public Relations Professional
Purchasing/Supply Officer
Industrial Designer
Railway Shunter
Service industries
Insurance Agent
Insurance Claims Officer
Insurance Loss Adjuster
Jeweller
Journalist
Kitchenhand
Laundry Worker/Dry-Cleaner
Legal Executive
Locksmith
Mail Sorter
Maitre d'Hotel
Make Up Artist
Managing Director/Chief Executive
Market Research Analyst
Massage Therapist
Media Producer
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Light Technician
NZQF Level
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
Real Estate Agent
Receptionist
Records Adviser
Recreation Co-ordinator
Recruitment Consultant
Retail Manager
Retail Sales Assistant
Sales Representative
Secretary
Security Officer/Guard
Service Station Attendant
Ship's Master
Ship's Officer
Signwriter
Solicitor
Sports Coach/Official
Statistician
Stevedore
Storeperson
Street/Park Cleaner
Survey Interviewer
TAB Operator
Taxi Driver/Chauffeur
Technical Writer
Telemarketer
Tour Guide
Tow Truck Operator
Train Conductor
Manufacturing & Technology
Services
The ‘dots’ in the following table show the level (or levels) of qualification usually
associated with the role. Sometimes you need a specific qualification to get into a job,
but in many areas you can work towards higher qualifications by learning on the job.
check out the job profiles on www.careers.govt.nz, or talk to your careers advisor to
find out more.
NZQF Level
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
Aeronautical Engineer
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Architect
Architectural Technician
Automotive Electrician
Automotive Mechanic
Baker
Bicycle Mechanic
Biochemist
Biomedical Engineer
Biomedical Technician (Mechanical and Electronic)
Biotechnologist
Boat Builder
Boiler Attendant
Brewer
Butcher
Cabinet Maker
Chemical Engineer
Chemical Production Operator
Chemist
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson
Clothing Designer
Clothing Marker/Cutter
Clothing Pattern Maker
Computer Systems Technician
Crane Operator
Dairy Products Maker
Database/Systems Administrator
Train Driver
Electrical Engineer
Trainer
Electrical Engineering Technician
Travel Agent/Adviser
Electrician
Typist/Data Entry Operator
Electronics Engineer
Tyre Technician
Electronics Trades Worker
Valuer
Energy and Chemical Plant Operator
Vehicle Groomer/Cleaner
Engineering Machinist
Veterinarian
Environmental Engineer
Veterinary Nurse
Fabrication Engineer
Visual Merchandiser
Manufacturing and technology Sector
Waiter/Waitress
Watchmaker and Repairer
Window Cleaner
Workplace Relations Adviser
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Train Controller
19
Manufacturing & Technology
Vocational
Pathways
NZQF Level
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
NZQF Level
Food and Beverage Factory Worker
Software Architect
Food Technologist
Systems Analyst
Fork-Lift Operator
Tailor/Dressmaker
Furniture Finisher
Technical Writer
Game Developer
Telecommunications Engineer
Glass Processor
Telecommunications Technician
Graphic Pre-Press Worker
Toolmaker
Importer/Exporter
Tyre Technician
Industrial Designer
Upholsterer
Industrial Spray Painter
Vehicle Body Builder/Trimmer
Information and Communication Technology
Manager
Vehicle Painter
Jeweller
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
Watchmaker and Repairer
Water/Waste Water Treatment Operator
Joiner
Web Developer
Lift Technician
Website Administrator
Light Technician
Welder
Line Mechanic
Winemaker
Locksmith
Wood Machinist
Marine Engineer
Wood Processing Worker
Meat Inspector
Meat/Seafood Process Worker
Mechanical Engineer
Manufacturing is where our raw materials are turned into valuable
products. Given that manufacturing is such a big earner for the New Zealand
economy, the government has identified it as a priority area for growth.
Technology industries are experiencing a shortage of skilled workers, so a
career in this high-paying sector could be rewarding and lucrative.
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Metal Worker
Panelbeater
Picture Framer
Plastics Technician
Plastics Worker
Print Finisher
Printer
Product Assembler
Production Manager
Project Manager
Pulp and Paper Mill Operator
Purchasing/Supply Officer
Recycler/Dismantler
Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician
> Pursue your pathway to higher education
Saw Doctor
Science Technician
Screen Printer
Sewing Machinist
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Manufacturing and technology Sector
| TRAnSFoRMIng RAW MATeRIALS And IdeAS InTo MARkeTAbLe PRoducTS
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Whai tou ara matauranga
Programmer
21
Social & Community
the ‘dots’ in the following table show the level (or levels) of qualification usually
associated with the role. Sometimes you need a specific qualification to get into a job,
but in many areas you can work towards higher qualifications by learning on the job.
Check out the job profiles on www.careers.govt.nz, or talk to your careers advisor to
find out more.
NZQF Level
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
Acupuncturist
Air Force Airman/Airwoman
Air Force Officer
Ambulance Officer
Anaesthetic Technician
Vocational
Pathways
NZQF Level
Forensic Scientist
General Practitioner
Army Soldier
Gynaecologist/Obstetrician
Audiologist/Audiometrist
Health and Safety Inspector
Biomedical Engineer
Health Promoter
Biomedical Technician (Mechanical and Electronic)
Health Services Manager
Biosecurity Officer
Immigration Officer
Building Inspector
Interpreter
Cardiac Technician
Judge
Chiropractor
Kaiwhakaako Maori
Clinical Coder
Librarian
Community Karitane
Library Assistant
Curator
Customs Officer
Dental Assistant
Dental Hygienist
Dental Technician
Dental Therapist
Postgraduate
Degree
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Radiation Technologist
Medical Radiation Therapist
Midwife
Minister of Religion
Nanny/Child Carer
Natural Health Therapist
Navy Officer
Navy Sailor
Diagnostic Radiologist
Nursing Support and Care Worker
Dietitian
Occupational Therapist
Dispensing Optician
Optometrist
Diversional Therapist
Osteopath
Early Childhood Teacher
Parking Warden
Education Adviser
Pathologist
Elected Government Representative
Pharmacist
Emergency Management Officer
Pharmacy Technician
Phlebotomist
Physician
Physiologist
Physiotherapist
Podiatrist
Police Officer
Policy Analyst
social and community services sector
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Dentist
The Social & Community Sector is a large pathway that includes industries such
18 as aged
social care,
and community
services sector
| WoRkIng
to mAke police,
PeoPLe, CommunItIeS
And SoCIety
SAFe, heALthy And
CARed FoR
the defence
forces,
security,
and local
community
which
are
all essential for community wellbeing and safety. This is an increasingly important
pathway because New Zealand’s ageing population needs to be housed and cared
for; there’s a constant demand for more police, corrections and security officers; and
the need for immigration, customs and quarantine officers is also increasing as more
people and goods - legal and illegal - move in and out of the country.
8–10
Degree
Fishery Officer
Army Officer
Counsellor
7
Diploma
Firefighter
Foreign Policy Officer
Corrections Officer
5–6
Trade
Certificate
Environmental Health Officer
Animal Attendant
Conservator
3–4–5
Environmental Scientist
Anaesthetist
Community Worker
2
NCEA Level 2
| WoRkIng to mAke PeoPLe, CommunItIeS And SoCIety SAFe, heALthy And CARed FoR
1
Primary School Teacher
Private Teacher/Tutor
Probation Officer
Psychiatrist
Psychologist
Quarantine Inspector
Radiation Oncologist
2
3–4–5
5–6
7
8–10
NCEA Level 2
Trade
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Postgraduate
Degree
Creative
Social & Community
NZQF Level
Ranger
Recreation Co-ordinator
Registered Nurse
School Principal
Secondary School Teacher
Security Officer/Guard
Social Worker
Special Education Teacher
Speech-Language Therapist
Statistician
Sterilising Technician
Surgeon
Teacher Aide
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
(ESOL)
Tertiary Lecturer
Translator
Urban/Regional Planner
Veterinarian
Veterinary Nurse
Youth Worker
Zookeeper
Zoologist
> The mountains you climb
Ngā taupere ka wherea e koe
> The things you overcome that get in your way
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social and community services sector
| WoRkIng to mAke PeoPLe, CommunItIeS And SoCIety SAFe, heALthy And CARed FoR
The Creative Sector is a constantly evolving sector. Career opportunities range
from generating creative projects within local communities to leading innovation
inside international companies. Your skills are transferable across the other five
pathways as well.
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Ngā maunga ka pikingia e koe
Creative
Jobs requiring Te Reo Māori and/or kaupapa/tikanga Māori awareness continues
to grow, along with a strong contemporary Māori arts scene. One of the
organisations leading this growth is Toi Māori Aotearoa. For more information,
including subsidiary companies check the following websites: http://www.
maoriart.org.nz www.facebook.com/Maoriartmarket
Careers Page 19
Māori Arts within New Zealand
Useful Resources
Ministry
Education
Parent
Askofother
people how
they Website
moved on from school to
www.parents.education.govt.nz
study, training or work.
Their experiences may help you make your decisions.
Occupation Outlook 2015 free app
bit.ly/1hXM0m1
Careers NZ
Got a TRADE? Got it MADE!
Just The Job Online NZ Career Videos
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment free occupation outlook app
Māori in Trades
Literacy and Numeracy Support - Online
NZQA
Studyit - for NCEA Students
NCEA Guide - free app
Show My Vocational Pathway - The skills choice
tool for predicting your career options
www.careers.govt.nz
0800 222 733
www.justthejob.co.nz
www.maoripasifikatrades.co.nz
0508 MPTRADES
www.nzqa.govt.nz
0800 697 296
Youth Guarantee (Vocational Pathways etc)
www.youthguarantee.net.nz
www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook
BBC Skillswise www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise
Khan Academy www.khanacademy.org
www.studyit.org.nz
www.choice.skills.org.nz
Kaitaia’s NumberWorks’nWords
(Te Aupouri subsidised)
Numeracy and literacy support from Year 1 - 11.
An afterschool tuition programme - 09 408 0896
Careers Page 20
www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/
qualifications/ncea/understanding-ncea/
mobile-app/
www.gotatrade.co.nz
National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA)
National Certificate in Educational Achievement is the main New
Zealand qualification for secondary school students.
Most NCEA subjects assessed are a combination of internal
assessment (by the school) and external assessment (by examination
or outside marking of portfolios), with “credits” earned going
towards the NCEA qualification.
Knowledge and skills will be assessed using “Achievement
Standards” with results being recognised at four levels:
• Not achieved
• Achieved
• Achieved with Merit
• Achieved with Excellence
Courses that offer “Unit Standards” are also credited towards
NCEA at Level 1, 2 and 3.
These standards are all internally assessed, with most Unit Standards
results being recognised at two levels:
• Not Achieved
• Achieved
NCEA is intended to act as a learning goal and to encourage
lifelong learning. Students will start to earn credits at college and
will continue to build up their credits with a tertiary provider or in
the workplace.
Course Endorsement - Merit or Excellence
Obtained if 14 Merit and/or Excellence (3 internal + 3 external + 8
others) credits are achieved in a designated course.
Level Endorsement - Merit or Excellence
Obtained if 50 Merit and/or Excellence credits are achieved across
courses.
NCEA Level 1 (Year 11)
Awarded when 80 Level 1 credits are earned.
This must include:
• 10 credits in the specified standards that count toward literacy
• 10 credits in specific standards that count toward numeracy
NCEA Level 2 (Year 12)
Awarded when 80 credits are earned - with at least 60 at Level 2
+ Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
NCEA Level 3 (Year 13)
Awarded when 80 credits are earned - with at least 60 at Level 3, plus
20 from Level 2 or higher, + Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
University Entrance
Level 3 but must have 3 university approved subjects with a minimum of
14 credits in each subject, + Level 1 Numeracy and UE Literacy
New Zealand Scholarship
New Zealand Scholarship is a separate award from NCEA, and is
assessed by way of external assessment only. The assessments
are separate from the Level 3 assessments.
A New Zealand Scholarship is awarded if a student achieves the
scholarship standard in 3 subjects. Students can also gain awards
in individual subjects.
See www.nzqa.govt.nz for more information.
NCEA Guide App
NZQA has launched a new mobile App called NCEA guide written for parents, whānau
and employers. The App will provide quick and easy access to key information about
NCEA. Parents and whānau will be able to access simple content about how NCEA
works and how they can support their children studying NCEA. No individual student
results or progress information is available through this App. The NCEA guide App is
free to download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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NCEA in Outline 2016
10 Level 1 Literacy + 10 Level 1 Numeracy + 60 other
Level 1 credits = 80 credits in total
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 1 with Merit (for 50 Merit and/or Excellence)
NCEA Level 1 with Excellence (for 50 Excellence)
Entry to NCEA Level 2 subjects
(need NCEA Level 1 and usually 16-18 credits in Level 1 in
each Level 2 subject)
60 Level 2 credits + 20 credits from any level including Level 1
Literacy and Numeracy = 80 credits total
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 2 with Merit (for 50 Merit and/or Excellence)
NCEA Level 2 with Excellence (for 50 Excellence)
Entry to NCEA Level 3 subjects
(need NCEA Level 2 and usually 18 credits in Level 2 in
each Level 3 subject)
60 Level 3 credits + 20 credits from Level 2 + Level 1 Literacy
and Numeracy = 80 credits total
NCEA Level 3
NCEA Level 3 with Merit (for 50 Merit and/or Excellence)
NCEA Level 3 with Excellence (for 50 Excellence)
University Entrance
UE Numeracy
= Level 1 Numeracy
10 credits UE
Literacy
Level 2 or higher
being
5 credits writing
5 credits reading
42 credits
Level 3 or higher
14 credits in each of
3 approved subjects
+ 18 other Level 3 or
higher credits
Fees & Financial Assistance 2016
Fee Information Timeline
May
May 2016:
Start collection of fees
Applications open for financial assistance
July
August
July 2016:
Applications for Financial Assistance continue
Payment of fees to the office
NCEA Level 1, 2, 3 and NZ Scholarship
The costs for 2016 will be published early in 2016 and can be
found at the NZQA website.
This cost is set by NZQA, the College simply acts as a collection
agent for NZQA.
Fee Collection
It is important to address the payment of NCEA as early as
possible. The school acts as an agent for NZQA and requests
that all fees be paid by early August.
Students who leave school may not be credited with credits
unless the entry fees for those standards have been paid.
Please make cheques payable to Kaitaia College.
August 2016:
Final date for payment of fees
Final date for Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
Substantial assistance is available for qualifying families.
Remission of fees applies to subject fees only, not administration
fees.
Details can be found:
www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/for-students/fees/financialassistance
Need additional help or guidance?
• Fees - ask the office personnel
• Financial Assistance - ask the office personnel Mrs. Subritzky asubritzky@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
Mrs. Riley jriley@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
Mr. Withiel mwithiel@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
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Distance Education & Online Learning
College and ensures that e-students are making regular contact with
their e-teacher.
Distance Education
Distance Education occurs when students and teachers are physically
separate from one another during instruction and learning periods.
Distance Learning
Distance education, also known as “online learning and e-learning”
refers to any learning that is undertaken by students requiring them to
have a teacher or tutor from outside our school. There are currently
two avenues for distance education for our students. One is through
the FarNet Online Learning Community and the other one is the
traditional correspondence school. We prefer to offer the FarNet option
to students as it has proven to be more engaging for the learner.
How does it work?
Students referred to as e-students are connected to their class through
a video conference bridge where they can see both their teacher and
the other students in their class from schools right throughout New
Zealand. Through the weekly video-conferencing session, along with
the wide range of digital resources now available, students can interact
with their teacher and other students. Throughout the rest of the week
students work on their own on the wide range of resources, but can
contact their e-teacher for assistance or extra tutorials. Mr Harrison
as the e-dean provides the pastoral care of the e-students at Kaitaia
FarNet belongs to the New Zealand
Virtual Learning Network Community
(NZVLNC) which means our students
have access to qualified teachers in a
wide range of curriculum areas from
all over New Zealand.
Courses Offered through
Distance Education
There are a wide range of courses
available. They can be found on the
Learning Exchange on the Virtual Learning Network - http://pol.vln.
school.nz/. The course outline and pre-requisites can be found here.
The next step is to speak to the e-dean - Mr Harrison.
Why do we need Online Learning?
Where we are able to, your child will have a teacher from our school,
but to ensure that your child’s learning needs are met, online learning
is an excellent alternative.
Some reasons why your child may need to learn through distance
learning:
• Small class numbers at Kaitaia College in a subject
• A subject is not offered at Kaitaia College
• There is no qualified teacher in that subject or level
• A timetable clash
• Student Choice
Weekly Video Conference Classes
Is online learning suitable for everyone?
E-students will be scheduled
in a weekly class with their
teacher (e-teacher) where they
will be able to see their teacher
and the other students in that
class through the use of video
conferencing.
The e-teacher will provide
an
internet-based
online
environment where resources
are made available, forums
set up where discussions can
take place, homework can be downloaded and assessments can be
uploaded. Students will no longer need to wait for their resources to
arrive in the mail.
Students will have this online class on their timetable, so they will
have an option line where they will be required to work independently,
or some supervision may be needed, depending on the student and
school.
Students will need access to the internet and a device during this
option line and the school will ensure this is made available. It is an
advantage but not essential for students to have access to the internet
after school hours.
Our research and observations clearly indicates that this style of
learning does not suit everyone.
In order for distance learning to be successful, students must:
• Be able to work independently and to take responsibility of
their own learning
• Attend school regularly
• Commit to attend the weekly video conference classes
• Communicate with the e-teacher and e-dean
• Meet the pre-requisites as stated in the course outlines
• Gain approval from their school through the e-dean
List of courses available - You can take a look through the “Learning Exchange” at what courses were available in 2015.
The 2016 list will depend on the demand. http://pol.vln.school.nz
Feel free to contact any of the following people - Mr. Harrison wharrison@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
Mrs. Riley jriley@kaitaiacollege.school.nz or Carolyn Alexander-Bennett (e-Principal Farnet) Carolyn.bennett@farnet.schoolzone.net.nz
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NCEA Level 3
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 1
Kaitaia College Curriculum Overview
Year 13
English
English
Mathematics
Mathematics
Science
Science
Social Sciences
Health & PE
L3 ENG
L3 ENP
13 ENG
L3 MAC
L3 MAS
L3 CHE
L3 PHY
L3 BIO
13 FTP
L3 ECO
L3 HIS L3 GEO
L3 TOR
L3 FPY
L3 CLS
L3 PEX
L3 PED
L3 HEA
English
English
English
Maths
Maths
Chemistry
Physics
Biology
Food &
Trees
Production
Economics
History Geography
Tourism
Future
Focus
Classical
Studies
Physical Physical
Education Education
Health
in
Society
Practical
with
Calculus
with
Statistics
Year 12
These subjects can lead to any
Social Science Subject
L2 ENG
English
L2 ENP
English
Practical
12 ENG
English
L2 MAT
Maths
with
Calculus
L2 MAS
12 VMA
Maths
with
Statistics
Maths
L2 CHE
Chemistry
L2 PHY
Physics
L2 BIO
Biology
12 SCP
L2 FTP
Science
Food &
Trees
Production
Practical
Vocational
L2 ECO
L2 HIS L2 GEO
12 TOR L2 FPY
L2 PEX
L2 PED
L2 HEA
Economics
History Geography
Tourism
Future
Focus
Adventure
Education
Sport &
Leisure
Studies
Health
in
Society
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
These subjects can lead to any
Social Science Subject
L1 ENG
L1 ENP
English
English
Practical
L1 MAX
L1 MAT
L1 MAP
L1 SCX
L1 SCI
L1 PS
L1 HOR
L1 ECO
L1 HIS L1 GEO
L1 PED
L1 HEA
Maths
Maths
Maths
Science
Science
Science
Horticulture
Economics
History Geography
Physical
Education
Health
Extension
Practical
English
Mathematics
English
Mathematics
Extension
Science
Practical
Horticulture
Business
Studies
Science
This information must be viewed with individual subject information and flow charts.
Please note that there will be a minimum number of pupils required in order for a course to be taught.
Social Studies
Physical
Education
Health
Social Studies
Physical
Education
Health
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
Year 12
Year 13
Kaitaia College Curriculum Overview
Languages & Māori
Arts
L3 GER L3 TRM L3 MST L3 MPA L3 MTO
L3 DAN
German
Te Reo
Māori
Māori
Studies
Māori
Performing
Arts
L2 GER L2 TRM L2 MST L2 MPA
German
Te Reo
Māori
Māori
Studies
Māori
Performing
Arts
L1 GER L1 TRM L1 MST L1 MPA
German
German
German
Māori
Tourism
Dance
Drama
Music
L3 ART
L3 PHD
L3 DVC L3 HOS L3 TEX
Art
Photography
& Design
Design & Hospitality
Visual
Communication
Textiles &
Design
L2 MUS
L2 ART
L2 PHD
L2 DVC L2 HOS L2 TEX
Dance
Drama
Music
Art
Photography
& Design
Design & Hospitality
Visual
L1 DAN
Te Reo
Māori
Dance
Te Reo
Māori
Studies
Māori
Performing
Arts
Integrated
Arts
Māori
Studies
Māori
Performing
Arts
Te Reo
L3 DRA L3 MUS
L2 DRA
Māori
Performing
Arts
(cont.)
Technology
L2 DAN
Māori
Studies
NCEA Level 3
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 1
L1 DRA L1 MUS
Drama
Drama
Drama
Music
Music
Communication
Textiles &
Design
L1 ART
L1 PHD
L1 DVC L1 HOS L1 TEX
Art
Photography
& Design
Design & Hospitality
Visual
Art
Communication
Textiles &
Design
L3 DIT
13 ICT L3 FEM L3 WCT
Digital
Film &
Electronic
Media
Information &
Technologies Communication
Technology
L2 DIT
Digital
Information &
Technologies Communication
Technology
Mechanical Automotive
Engineering Engineering
Film &
Electronic
Media
Wood
Composite
Technology
Construction
Motor Mechanical Automotive Trade
Body Engineering Engineering Skills
Trades
Course
L1 DIT
L1 ICT L1 FEM L1 WCT
L1 MEC
Digital
Film &
Electronic
Media
Mechanical
Engineering
Technologies
Design &
Food
Textiles
Digital
Visual
Technology & Design Technologies
Art
Motor
Body
Trades
12 ICT L2 FEM L2 WCT L2 COS L2 MBT L2 MEC L2 AUT L2 TSC
Computer
Technology
Wood
Composite
Technology
Woodwork
Communication
Music
13 MBT 13 MEC 13 AUT
Wood
Composite
Technology
Metalwork
Technology
This information must be viewed with individual subject information and flow charts.
Please note that there will be a minimum number of pupils required in order for a course to be taught.
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Gateway & Te Tai Tokerau Trades Academy
Gateway
The Gateway programme offers structured workplace learning
opportunities across a range of industries and businesses while
continuing to study at school.
The programme is available to senior students, Years 11-13. The
Gateway programme is designed to strengthen the pathway for
learners to transition from school to the work place.
Need additional help or guidance?
• Gateway is coordinated by Ms. Flanagan, who can be
contacted on (09) 4080 190 Ext 708, or
sflanagan@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
Te Tai Tokerau Trades Academy
Kaitaia College is a member of the Te Tai Tokerau Trades Academy
which was formed in 2011. The Trades Academy is an initiative
that makes trade education available to Year 11 to Year 14
secondary school students in trade subjects such Automotive,
Mechanical Engineering, Construction, Hospitality, Agriculture,
Horticulture and Forestry. In the Northland Region it is part of the
‘Engaging Taitamariki in Learning’ strategy designed to increase
the achievement of Māori students throughout Northland.
Students in Year 11 to 14 who have NCEA Level 1 Literacy and
Numeracy are eligible for selection. They need to be participating
in at least 15 trade specific hours per week and working toward
a National Certificate at Level 2 or above.
Need additional help or guidance?
• For further information on the Te Tai Tokerau Trades
Academy please contact the Coordinator, Ms. Flanagan on
(09) 4080 190 Ext 708, or sflanagan@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
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Year 11 Subject & Course Information
English is compulsory
As a result of your skill development and achievement up to the end of Year
10, you will be placed into the English course most suited to your ability. The
difference between the courses is based on the method of assessment and the
pace of the class:
• L1ENG (English) All achievement standards are taught up to Excellence level.
• L1ENP (Practical) is built around the Level 1 Literacy standards and Level 1
Communication English Unit Standards. It is designed for students whose literacy
skills require further development so that they can cope with the demands of NCEA.
Mathematics is also compulsory
You will also be placed into a Mathematics course most suited to your ability. The
difference between the courses is based on the depth of study and content.
• L1MAX (Mathematics Extension) All Achievement Standards are taught to the
Excellence standard and the class is moving at a fast pace. A good grounding in
Year 10 Mathematics is needed for this course.
• L1MAT (Mathematics) All Achievement Standards are taught to an Achieve/Merit
standard with the class moving at a standard pace.
• L1MAP (Mathematics Practical) This course will allow students to gain the 10
Numeracy credits necessary for NCEA Level 1
Science is highly recommended
If you choose Science as a subject in Level 1, you will be placed into the course
that best suits you, according to your assessment results from Year 10.
• Level 1 Science Extension (L1SCX). This course requires a very good grounding
in Year 10 as the class moves at a fast learning pace. This achievement standards
based course is focused at attainment in excellence
• Level 1 Science (L1SCI). This course is designed for students who wish to attain
general Science credits toward NCEA Level 1.
• Level 1 Practical Science (L1PS). This course is specifically designed
for students wanting to gain an understanding of Science basics. The focus
of the course is to encourage study or employment in New Zealand’s Primary Industries such as Horticulture, Agriculture, and the Food and Trees Production
courses in Years 12 and 13. This course is totally internally assessed with credits
gained toward Level 1.
• Level 1 Horticulture (L1HOR) is a fourth Science option
N.B: You must have studied Science at Level 1 if you wish to continue a
Science subject at Level 2 and 3.
6 SUBJECTS
All students will study 6 subjects.
All students will study a course of English, Mathematics and 4 other options.
Students select subject combinations that make up a full course. The subjects to
choose from are found in the Subject Information section of this Senior Curriculum
Handbook or on the Kaitaia College website:
www.kaitaiacollege.school.nz/downloads/2016 Curriculum Handbook
Please Note:
Problems arise each year where students select inappropriate options and find
after a month or so that they cannot cope. Some students limit their career
opportunities by making poor choices. Check out the career opportunities
section of this Senior Curriculum Handbook.
Please ensure that your choice of options is matched to your ability to achieve
in that subject – ask your teachers if you are in doubt!
It is important you complete an outline of your proposed Year 12 and Year
13 course on your subject choice form.
Need additional help or guidance?
• First, ask your subject teacher or Whānau Group Teacher
• Then, ask the Year 11 Dean - Mr. Watson
rwatson@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
• Then the Careers Advisor mpaitai@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
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Year 11 Course Summary
Subject
Code
Entry
ENGLISH
L1ENG
HoLA/teacher recommendation
L1ENP
HoLA/teacher recommendation
L1MAX
HoLA/teacher recommendation
English
ENGLISH Practical
Mathematics
MATHEMATICS Extension
MATHEMATICS
MATHEMATICS Practical
L1MAT
L1MAP
HoLA/teacher recommendation
HoLA/teacher recommendation
English and Mathematics courses will be confirmed by your results in the end of year examinations
Science is not compulsory but is highly recommended
SCIENCE Extension
SCIENCE
SCIENCE Horticulture
L1SCX
L1SCI
L1HOR
HoLA/teacher recommendation
HoLA/teacher recommendation
HoLA/teacher recommendation. Success in 10HOR recommended.
L1PS
HoLA/teacher recommendation
ACCOUNTING - e-learning
L1ACC
Open by application
ART
L1ART
Achieved in 10ART, 10INA, 10DVC or HoLA approval
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
L1ICT
Open. Students must be competent and confident computer users
DANCE
L1DAN
Open, an advantage to have achieved in 10INA, 10DRA, or 10PED
DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION
L1DVC
Preference to completion of 10DVC or 10ART or approval from HoLA/TiC
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
L1 DIT
Preference to completion of 10DIT, competent computer users with good work ethic need HoLA approval
SCIENCE Practical
Year 11 Course Summary
(cont.)
Subject
Code
Entry
DRAMA
L1DRA
Open
ECONOMICS
L1ECO
Open, an advantage to have achieved in 10 Business Studies
FILM & ELECTRONIC MEDIA
L1FEM
Open, students should have strong computing skills
GEOGRAPHY
L1GEO
Open
GERMAN e-learning
L1GER
HEALTH
L1HEA
By application
High achievement in 10ENG or L1ENG is an advantage, or HoLA approval
HISTORY
L1HIS
HORTICULTURE
L1HOR
HOSPITALITY
L1HOS
Open - preference will be given to students with good attendance record and work ethic
MĀORI PERFORMING ARTS
L1MPA
Year 10 MPA or HoLA approval based on participation in external kapa haka group
MĀORI STUDIES
L1MST
Year 10 MST, TRM or MPA or approval from HoLA
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
L1MEC
Year 10 Materials Technology - Metal or by approval from Mr. S Subritzky or HoLA
MUSIC
L1MUS
Achieved in 10 Music or HoLA approval
PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
TE REO MĀORI
L1PHD
Completion of 10DVC, 10ART or HoLA approval
L1PED
Excellent participation and positive attitude in PE in Yr 9 & 10 or HoLA approval. AS90964 an advantage
TEXTILES & DESIGN
L1TRM
Year 10 MPA, TRM or MST or by approval by HoLA
L1TEX
Completion of 10TEX or TiC or HoLA approval
WOOD COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGY
L1WCT
Consultation with TiC (based on Year 10 English)
HoLA recommendation
Preference to students who achieved in 10WCT with good attendance record and work ethic
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Year 12 Subject & Course Information
English is compulsory
Students will be placed into the English course most suited to their
learning needs. The main difference between the courses is the method
of assessment and the pace of the class.
• L2ENG (English) leads to the Level 3 English courses. L2ENG helps
prepare students for either tertiary education or employment. N.B.
From 2016, the University of Auckland will have additional criteria for
entry. See Page 36 for details.
• L2ENP (English Practical) leads to L3ENP. All standards are internally
assessed. This course focuses on the practical application of English
and helps to prepare students for the demands of the workforce. It
does not enable students to gain UE Literacy. Students who gain
entry into this course have the option of taking L2FPY as an alternative
if they wish. The decision to replace L2ENP with L2FPY must be made
in consultation with the English HoLA. Students also have the option
of taking both of these courses if they meet the entry requirements.
• 12ENG (English) leads to L2ENG and L2ENP. It is for Year 12 students
who require a second year to complete their Level 1 English course.
Courses in Mathematics
There are three distinct and quite separate courses.
• L2MAT (Mathematics with Calculus) This course leads to L3MAC and
L3MAS or both.
• L2MAS (Mathematics with Statistics) This course leads only to L3MAS.
• 12VMA (Vocational Mathematics) This course is intended for students
who are considering a Vocational Pathway in Construction or
Manufacturing and Technology
6 SUBJECTS
Students select subject combinations that make up a full course. These
can be all Level 2 subjects or a combination of Level 1 and 2 subjects.
The subjects to choose from are found in the Subject Information section
of this Senior Curriculum Handbook or on the Kaitaia College website:
www.kaitaiacollege.school.nz/downloads/2016 Curriculum Handbook
Most NCEA Level 2 subjects are a mixture of internal and external
assessment. You will need to consider the following when choosing your
course of study in Year 12:
• your academic achievement
• your educational goals and
• your ability
Course selection this year is very important as it leads to Year 13
and future employment tertiary training opportunities. If you intend
going on to Year 13, you must complete an outline of your proposed
Year 13 course.
Your Level 2 results are important as these are often used as part of
the selection process by universities, polytechnics, employers and
scholarship/grant applications.
Check out:
• Curriculum details with the subject teacher
• Subject pathways with HoLAs, Deans and the Careers Advisor
• Fees and pre-requisites on the Subject Information pages.
Need additional help or guidance?
• First, ask your subject teacher or Whānau Group Teacher
• Then, ask the Year 12 Dean - Mr. Walker
hwalker@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
• Then the Careers Advisor mpaitai@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
Year 12 Course Summary
Subject
Code
Entry
ENGLISH
L2ENG
12 AS Credits in L1ENG and must have attempted external examination in 2014
ENGLISH Practical
L2ENP
Level 1 English Literacy
ENGLISH
12ENG
Year 12 students who do not qualify for L2ENG or L2ENP
MATHEMATICS with Calculus
L2MAT
Minimum of 14 Achievement Standard credits in L1MAX including algebra, graphs and trigonometry
MATHEMATICS with Statistics
L2MAS
MATHEMATICS
12VMA
Minimum of 14 credits in L1MAT
Open to years 12, 13 and 14 with HoLA approval
ACCOUNTING - e-learning
L2ACC
Open by application
ART
L2ART
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING
L2AUT
BIOLOGY
L2BIO
CHEMISTRY
L2CHE
12 L1SCI credits including AS90944 or AS90947 and 1.8SCI or HoLA approval
CONSTRUCTION
L2COS
Open to Years 12 and 13 with TiC or HoLA approval. N.B. This is a two timetable line course.
English
Mathematics
English and Mathematics courses will be confirmed by your results in the end of year examinations
INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGY
DANCE
DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
12ICT
L2DAN
L2DVC
L2DIT
Achieved in Panels AS90916
Open entry by approval from TiC/HoLA
12 L1SCI credits with AS90948 plus English AS90053 or HoLA approval
Preference for L1ICT students or HoLA approval
16 credits in Level 1 Dance or TiC Dance approval
12 credits in L1DVC or HoLA approval. Good work ethic and attendance required
P reference 8 credits in L1DIT or HoLA approval
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Year 12 Course Summary
(cont.)
Subject
Code
Entry
ECONOMICS
L2ECO
Preferred standards for entry AS90986, AS90983, AS90988 or TiC approval
FILM & ELECTRONIC MEDIA
L2FEM
8 Credits in Level 1 FEM or approval from HoLA or TiC
FOOD & TREES PRODUCTION
L2FTP
Success in L1HOR (12 Credits) or approval from TiC/HoLA
FUTURE FOCUS
L2FPY
Completion of NCEA Level 1
GEOGRAPHY
L2GEO
Open, attainment in L1ENG an advantage
GERMAN e-learning
L2GER
By application
HEALTH IN SOCIETY
L2HEA
HISTORY
L2HIS
HOSPITALITY
L2HOS
DRAMA
MĀORI PERFORMING ARTS
MĀORI STUDIES
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MOTOR BODY TRADES
MUSIC
ADVENTURE EDUCATION
SPORT & LEISURE STUDIES
PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN
PHYSICS
SCIENCE
L2DRA
L2MPA
L2MST
Minimum of 16 credits in Level 1 Drama or HoLA approval
Minimum of 14 credits in L1HEA with at least 8 at Merit, gained internal and external credits in
English an advantage, or HoLA approval
Minimum of 12 credits in Level 1 English or L1 History
14 credits in L1HOS or approval from Ms. Cooke or HoLA
Minimum of 17 credits in L1MPA or approval from TiC. Must have attempted external NZQA
standards in 2015
15 credits in L1 MPA, L1 TRM or L1MST or by HoLA approval
L2MEC
Approval by Mr. S. Subritzky or HoLA
L2MBT
Preference given to students who have completed L1MEC or TiC/HoLA approval
L2MUS
Achieved solo and group credits in Level 1 Music or HoLA approval
L2PEX
Minimum of 14 credits in L1PED or HoLA approval
L2PED
Minimum of 14 credits in Level 1 Physical Education or HoLA approval
L2PHD
Preference of 12 external credits in L1PHD or L1ART or HoLA/TiC approval
L2PHY
12SCP
12 L1 Science credits INCLUDING Science AS90940 AND Mathematics AS91031 OR AS91032 and
AS91029
Approval from Mr. Skrine
Year 12 Course Summary
Subject
Code
TEXTILES & DESIGN
L2TEX
TRADE SKILLS COURSE
L2TSC
TOURISM
12TOR
WOOD COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGY
L2WCT
TE REO MĀORI
L2TRM
(cont.)
Entry
Minimum of 6 external L1 credits, 12 internal L1 credits or approval from HoLA
Completion of L1TEX or TiC/HoLA approval
Approval from TiC or HoLA. This course should be selected in conjunction with L2AUT, 13AUT, L2MBT or
13MBT if a student wishes to work toward completing the National Certificate in Motor Industry Level 2.
Completion of NCEA Level 1
12 Credits in L1WCT with good attendance record and work ethic or HoLA approval
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Year 13 Subject & Course Information
All students who are in Year 12 in 2015 will be in Year 13 in 2016 provided
they have a Head of Learning Area approval for the course of study.
It is crucial that you give serious thought to your academic aims and select
courses to suit. Involve your parents, teachers and Heads of Learning
Areas in your decision making.
Entrance to University and Tertiary Institutes
The table below sets out the criteria that is required to apply to enter University.
Level 1 or higher
A Year 13 programme of study could include:
• 5 approved subjects + 1 study
• 6 options at NCEA Level 3 or combination of Level 1 - 3
Subject information is found in the various sections of this Senior
Curriculum Handbook or on the Kaitaia College website:
www.kaitaiacollege.school.nz/downloads/2016 Curriculum Handbook
From 2016, the University of Auckland will have additional criteria for
entry. The ‘Academic English Language Requirement’ means applicants
must have a minimum of 17 achievement standard credits in English
at Level 2 or 3, as well as University Entrance. Students who gain
University Entrance, but who do not meet the ‘Academic English Language
Requirement’ will not be excluded. However, their ongoing enrolment at
the university will be conditional on passing a specified for-credit course
in academic English in their first year of university study.
Need additional help or guidance?
• First, ask your subject teacher or Whānau Group Teacher
• Then, ask the Year 13 Dean - Mr. Withiel
mwithiel@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
• Then the Careers Advisor mpaitai@kaitaiacollege.school.nz
10 Credits
Maths or Pāngarau
Level 2 or higher
10 Credits
Literacy
(See NZQA website
for details)
Level 3 or higher
60 Credits
14 Credits
One approved subject
5 Credits
Writing
14 Credits
One approved subject
5 Credits
Reading
14 Credits
One approved subject
University Approved Subjects Offered at Kaitaia College
• Accounting
• Biology
• Calculus
• Chemistry
• Classical Studies
• Dance
• Design & Visual
Communications
• Digital Technologies
• Drama
• Economics
• English
• Geography
• Health Education
• History
• Mathematics
• Media Studies
• Music Studies
• Painting (Practical Art)
• Physical Education
• Physics
• Social Studies (Cultural)
• Statistics
• Technology
• Te Reo Māori
• Māori Performing Arts
To see an approved list of literacy credits for University Entrance:
www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/forstudents/ue/litreqs.html
Year 13 Course Summary
University Approved Subject
Subject
Code
Entry
ART
L3ART
Minimum of 12 credits (external) in Level 2 Art
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING
13AUT
Completion of Year 12 Automotive Engineering or TiC/HoLA approval
BIOLOGY
L3BIO
Minimum of 15 credits in L2BIO (at least 4 external) plus L1 Literacy
CHEMISTRY
L3CHE
CLASSICAL STUDIES
L3CLS
Minimum of 16 credits in L2CHE (at least 8 external) plus L1 Numeracy
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
13ICT
DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION*
L3DVC
ACCOUNTING - e-learning
DANCE
L3ACC
L3DAN
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES*
L3DIT
ECONOMICS
L3ECO
DRAMA
L3DRA
ENGLISH
L3ENG
ENGLISH Practical
ENGLISH
FILM & ELECTRONIC MEDIA*
FOOD & TREES PRODUCTION
FUTURE FOCUS
GEOGRAPHY
GERMAN e-learning
HEALTH IN SOCIETY
L3ENP
13ENG
L3FEM
13FTP
L3FPY
L3GEO
L3GER
L3HEA
Open by application
12 credits in L2ENG or TiC approval
Must have completed 12ICT or TiC/HoLA approval
Achieved in L2 Dance or approval from TiC Dance
12 credits in L2DVC or HoLA approval. Good attendance and work ethic required.
Preference given to students who have completed L2DIT or TiC/HoLA approval
Minimum of 12 credits in Level 2 Drama
Preferred standards for entry AS91227, AS91224, 91223 or TiC approval
Minimum of 12 credits in L2ENG
Achieved the following standards in L2ENP: US8824, US3492, US3488 or 8 credits in L2ENG or HoLA approval
Year 13 students who wish to repeat a Level 2 English course
8 credits in Level 2 FEM or approval from HoLA or TiC
Success in L2FTP or 12SCP or by approval by HoLA/TiC
Completed Level 2 NCEA or by negotiation with HoLA
Open, attainment in L2ENG an advantage
By application
Minimum of 14 credits in Level 2 Health, gained credits in Level 2 Formal Writing and an
external pass in English an advantage, or HoLA approval
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Year 13 Course Summary
(cont.)
Subject
Code
HOSPITALITY
L3HOS
INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGY
13ICT
MĀORI TOURISM
L3MTO
MĀORI STUDIES
L3MST
15 credits L2MST, L2TRM or L2MPA or HoLA approval
L3MAC
Minimum of 13 credits in L2MAT including Algebra AS91256, Graphs AS91257 and Calculus AS91262
L3MAS
Minimum of 12 credits in L2MAT including Probability 91267
HISTORY
MĀORI PERFORMING ARTS
MATHEMATICS with Calculus
MATHEMATICS with Statistics
L3HIS
L3MPA
Entry
Minimum of 12 credits in Level 2 History or English or by negotiation with TiC
Minimum of 12 credits in Level 2 Hospitality, preference will be given to students who have a
good attendance record and work ethic or TiC/HoLA approval
Must have done 12ICT or HoLA discretion
Minimum of 17 credits in L2MPA or approval from HoLA. Must have attempted external NZQA
standards in 2015.
Level 1 Literacy or TiC approval
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
13MEC
L2MEC or approval from Mr. S Subritzky or HoLA
MOTOR BODY TRADES
13MBT
Completion of L2MBT or approval from TiC or HoLA approval
L3MUS
Achieved Level 2 solo and group performance credits or HoLA approval
L3PHD
Preference to 12 external credits in L2PHD or HoLA or TiC approval
L3PHO
Open by application
L3PEX
Minimum of 14 credits in L2PEX. AS91333 is an advantage, or HoLA approval
MUSIC
PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN
PHOTOGRAPHY - e-learning
PHYSICAL EDUCATION Extension
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PHYSICS
TE REO MĀORI
TEXTILES & DESIGN
L3PED
L3PHY
L3TRM
L3TEX
TOURISM
13TOR
WOOD COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGY
L3WCT
Minimum of 14 credits in L2PED. AS91329 and AS91332 an advantage, or HoLA approval
Minimum of 14 credits in Level 2 Physics
Minimum of 6 external L2 credits and 12 internal L2 credits or approval by HoLA
Completion of L2TEX or TiC/HoLA approval
Completion of 12 Tourism or TiC approval
12 credits L2WCT or HoLA approval. Good work ethic and attendance required.
* Only some achievement standards in this subject are UE approved. See NZQA.govt.nz for details.
Subject & Course Pathways & Entry
Pathways
The courses offered by each department are shown on the pages that follow.
The flow diagram shows what courses are offered at Levels 1, 2, and 3.
• Main Pathway
• Alternative Pathway
Entry to Level 1 subjects
Entry to Level 2 subjects
Entry to Level 3 subjects
The class teacher and HoLA will
place students in a course based
upon their achievement. These
decisions will be confirmed or
altered using student achievement in
the November Junior Examinations
or assessments.
The degree of difficulty in Level
2 subjects calls for prerequisite
achievement in Level 1. Students
will be provisionally accepted into
courses and this will be confirmed
by the student’s final results e.g.
by getting 12 credits in a particular
subject.
The degree of difficulty in Level
3 subjects calls for prerequisite
achievement in Level 2; as a
consequence, most Level 3
courses
have
pre-requisites.
Entry is based on progress to date
and is confirmed by the student’s
final results.
Some subjects specify achieving
in a particular achievement
standard, or even a specified
grade in a particular standard.
Where a completely inappropriate
choice has been made, the
Careers Advisor/year level Dean
will speak with that student.
Students will be provisionally
accepted into courses and this
will be confirmed by the student’s
final results e.g. by getting 12
credits in a particular subject.
In exceptional cases, students
can apply to the HoLA for entry.
Prerequisites
These are the recommended minimum levels of achievement you need to enter that course e.g. 14 credits
These prerequisites are based on our experience; we believe that students who do not meet the prerequisites will have difficulty coping in that subject.
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English
L1ENG
10ENG
CLASSICAL
STUDIES
L2ENG
ENGLISH
L3ENG
ENGLISH
L2ENP
ENGLISH
PRACTICAL
13ENG
ENGLISH
12ENG
ENGLISH
L3ENP
ENGLISH
PRACTICAL
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
L1ENP
L3CLS
ENGLISH
PRACTICAL
Skills
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Formulation of questions
• Resourcefulness
• Critical thinking
• Creative thinking
• Effective communication
Speaking
• Reading
• Transactional and creative writing
• Listening
• Social, political and ethical awareness
Cultural literacy
• Expression of ideas
• Appreciation of audience and purpose
• Competence in punctuation and grammar
Analysis of language and literature
• Making constructive comparisons and contrasts
• Assessing the relevance of own ideas
Encountering different assumptions and world views
• Using evidence
• Evaluating and making judgments • Reflecting
Drawing conclusions, following both lateral and logical inferences
• Questioning assumptions
• Goal setting
Awareness of the wider world
• Knowledge about literature in a range of genres
• Making and creating meaning
Visual language
• Comprehension skills
• Understanding conventions of text forms
University Approved Subject
English is the study of language and literature. It teaches students how to critically evaluate the world
around them through what they read, see and hear.
Course Title
Level 1 English
Level 1 English Practical
Entry
L1ENG
L1ENP
Determined by work ethic and achievement in
Year 10. Approval from HoLA
Students are selected for this course based on their
literacy skills. Approval from HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 1
Assessment
Total credits available through Achievement
Standards: 18
Total Literacy credits available through Unit
Standards: 10
Three standards are internally assessed
throughout the year and two standards are
externally assessed through NZQA examinations
at the end of the year
An additional 10 credits will be offered once
students have completed the Literacy standards
satisfactorily.
• Wide reading
• Formal writing
• Creative writing
• Language Study
• Reading
• Listening and speaking
• Formal Writing
• Creative writing
1 - 2 hours
1 hour
Course Code
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
All credits internally assessed
N.B. These courses are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of 2015. Students will be issued
with an updated programme at the beginning of the academic year.
Ms. Wilson - Head of Learning Area
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English is the study of language and literature. It teaches students how to critically evaluate the world
around them through what they read, see and hear.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 2 English
L2ENG
Level 2 English Practical
Year 12 English
L2ENP
12ENG
Entry open to all Year 12 students
who do not have entry into L2ENG or
L2ENP
Entry
Entry 12 Achievement Standard
credits in Level 1 English AND must
have attempted external NZQA
examinations in 2015 or approval
from HoLA
Qualification
Entry 10 Achievement Standard
credits in L1ENG or Unit Standards
26622, 26624 and 26625 in L1ENP
Students who gain entry into this
course have the option of taking
L2FPY as an alternative if they wish
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 2
N.B. This course does not enable students
to attain University Entrance Literacy
NCEA Level 1
Assessment
Total credits available through
Achievement Standards: 21
Three standards are internally
assessed throughout the year
and two standards are externally
assessed through NZQA
examinations at the end of the year
Total credits available through Unit
Standards: 18
All credits internally assessed
Total credits available through
Achievement Standards: 17
All credits internally assessed
• Film study
• Writing
• Literature study
• Wide reading
• Language study
• Formal writing
• Research
• Interview skills
• Produce a CV and targeted resume
• Reading
• Formal writing
• Creative writing
• Listening and speaking
1 hour
1 hour
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
3 hours
N.B. These courses are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of 2015. Students will be issued
with an updated programme at the beginning of the academic year.
Ms. Wilson - Head of Learning Area
English is the study of language and literature. It teaches students how to critically evaluate the world
around them through what they read, see and hear.
Course Title
Level 3 English
Level 3 English Practical
Year 13 English
Entry
Entry a minimum of 12 Achievement
Standard credits
Entry attempted Level 2 English in
2015 or approval from HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 3
Entry achieved the following standards
in L2ENP: US8824, US3492, US3488
or 8 credits in L2ENG or approval from
HoLA
NCEA Level 3
N.B. This course does not enable students
to attain University Entrance Literacy
NCEA Level 2
Assessment
Total credits available through
Achievement Standards: 18
Total credits available through Unit
Standards: 16
Total credits available through
Achievement Standards: 18
Two standards are internally
assessed throughout the year. Two
standards are externally assessed
through NZQA examinations at the
end of the year.
This course is internally assessed
throughout the year
This course is adopted to meet the
student learning needs each year. Its
focus is the attainment of University
Entrance Literacy through English
• Reading across texts
• Writing - extended
• Literature study
• Language study
• Research
• Formal writing
• Speaking and interview skills
To be confirmed in 2016
Course Code
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
L3ENG
2 - 3 hours
L3ENP
1 hour
13ENG
2 - 3 hours
N.B. These courses are subject to change with the review of courses at the end of 2015. Students will be issued
with an updated programme at the beginning of the academic year.
Ms. Wilson - Head of Learning Area
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Mathematics
YR 10
MATHEMATICS
L1MAX
NCEA LEVEL 1
MATHEMATICS
EXTENSION
L2MAT
NCEA LEVEL 2
MATHEMATICS
NCEA LEVEL 3
L3MAC MATHEMATICS
L1MAT
NCEA LEVEL 1
MATHEMATICS
L2MAS
NCEA LEVEL 2
MATHEMATICS
L3MAS
L1MAP
NCEA LEVEL 1
MATHEMATICS
12VMA
VOCATIONAL
MATHEMATICS
PRACTICAL
WITH CALCULUS
WITH STATISTICS
WITH CALCULUS
NCEA LEVEL 3
MATHEMATICS
WITH STATISTICS
Skills
Calculus students can expect to develop the skills of independent reasoning, problem solving techniques, and logical and abstract
thinking. Calculus is important in tertiary courses in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering and any career with a major
mathematical component.
Statistics students can expect to develop the skills of analysing and interpreting data, finding patterns, experimental design, clear and
logical thinking, and the ability to draw conclusions from mathematical arguments. These are useful for studies in Business, Commerce,
Education, Medicine and Health Studies, Psychology, and any career involving prediction, sampling or probability.
University Approved Subject
Mathematics is the practical and theoretical study of numbers, shapes and patterns.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Mathematics
L1MAX
Level 1 Mathematics
Level 1 Mathematics
L1MAT
L1MAP
Entry
Teacher/HoLA selection in
consultation with student
Teacher/HoLA selection in
consultation with student
Teacher/HoLA selection in
consultation with student
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 1
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
27 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 15 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
23 Credits
• 8 credits externally assessed
• 15 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Unit Standards:
15 Credits
• 15 credits internally assessed
Content
• Algebraic manipulation and
equation solving
• Using and interpreting graphs
• Measurement
• Use of statistics
• Solving number problems
• Simple trigonometry
• Solving geometric problems
• Algebraic manipulation and
equation solving
• Using and interpreting graphs
• Measurement
• Constructions
• Use of statistics
• Solving number problems
• Simple trigonometry
• Solving geometric problems
• Use measurement to solve
problems
• Interpret statistical information for
a purpose
• Use number to solve problems
• Solve simple practical trigonometry
problems
• Solve simple number and algebra
problems
1 - 2 hours
0 - 1 hour
Nil
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
Mr. Small - Head of Learning Area
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Mathematics is the practical and theoretical study of numbers, shapes and patterns.
Course Title
Level 2 Mathematics
Level 2 Mathematics
Vocational Mathematics
Entry
14 Level 1 credits which MUST include
algebra, graphs and trigonometry. Ideally they
should be passed with at least Merit. Otherwise
by consultation
14 Level 1 credits or by consultation
Open to Year 12, 13 and 14
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 2
Credits toward the Trade Certificate
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
25 Credits
• 14 credits externally assessed
• 11 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
19 Credits
• 4 credits externally assessed
• 15 credits internally assessed
By Unit Standards:
21 Credits
• Algebraic manipulation and
equation solving
• Using and interpreting graphs
• Introduction to calculus
• Coordinate geometry
• Sequences and series
• Probability
• Trigonometry and trigonometry
equations
• Using and interpreting graphs
• Inferential statistics
• Simulations and normal distributions
• Probability
• Trigonometry
This course is designed for students
who are pursuing courses in the
Mechanical Engineering, Motor Body
Trades and Building areas. It covers
the mathematics needed to succeed
in these courses.
• Measurement
• Building calculations
• Calculations for the workplace
• Trigonometry
1 - 2 hours
0 - 1 hour
Nil
Course Code
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
L2MAT
Mr. Small - Head of Learning Area
L2MAS
12VMA
This course does not contain Numeracy
Standards and are not recognised as
Mathematics Standards in the Mathematics
domain. They are strictly for trades.
• 1 Level 1 credit
• 16 Level 2 credits
• 4 Level 3 credits
Mathematics is the practical and theoretical study of numbers, shapes and patterns.
Course Title
Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus
Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics
Entry
A minimum of 13 Level 2 credits which must include
AS91256 (algebra), AS91257 (graphs), and AS91262
(calculus). Otherwise by consultation
At least 12 Level 2 credits by Achievement Standards
including AS91027 (algebra) and AS91267 (probability).
Otherwise by consultation
Qualification
NCEA Level 3
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
24 Credits
• 17 credits externally assessed
• 7 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
27 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 15 credits internally assessed
Content
• Differentiation and its applications
• Integration and its applications
• Equation solving including complex numbers
• Modelling using trigonomic equations
• Conic sections
• Time series data
• Solving probability problems
• Analysing bi-variate data
• Using probability distributions
• Evaluating statistical reports
• Making statistical inferences
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
1 - 2 hours
1 - 2 hours
Course Code
Enquiries
L3MAC
L3MAS
Mr. Small - Head of Learning Area
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Science
10SCI
10SCI
SCIENCE
EXTENSION
L1SCX
SCIENCE
L1SCI
L1PS
10HOR HORTICULTURE
Skills
SCIENCE
EXTENSION
L2BIO
BIOLOGY
L3BIO
BIOLOGY
L2CHE
CHEMISTRY
L3CHE
CHEMISTRY
L2PHY
PHYSICS
L3PHY
PHYSICS
12SCP
SCIENCE
PRACTICAL
12FTP
FOOD & TREES
PRODUCTION
13FTP
FOOD & TREES
PRODUCTION
SCIENCE
PRACTICAL
SCIENCE
L1HOR HORTICULTURE
Thinking Skills: Being flexible
Using your senses
Thinking objectively
Using logic
Understanding bias
Boosting your memory
Experimenting Skills: Doing a lab write-up
Understanding variables
Working with hypotheses
Designing an experiment
Measuring
Researching Skills:
Choosing your topic
Organising your research
Finding useful sources
Researching on the web
Identifying bias
Communicating Skills:
Science writing
Science drawing
Using models to communicate Grasping graphing
Interpreting your data
Recognising bias in graphs
Making data meaningful Oral presentations
University Approved Subject
Science is the study of the world around us and is divided into four general areas - living world, material
world, physical world and planet earth.
Course Title
Course Code
Entry
Qualification
Assessment
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Level 1 Science Extension
L1SCX
L1SCI
Level 1 Practical Science
L1PS
Selection based on Year 10
Selection based on Year 10
examination, with approval from HoLA examination, with approval from HoLA
Selection based on Year 10
examination, with approval from HoLA
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 1
24 Credits
By Achievement Standards
• 12 credits internally assessed
• 12 credits externally assessed
20 Credits in total
By Achievement Standards
• 8 credits internally assessed
• 12 credits externally assessed
16 Credits in total
By Achievement & Unit Standards
• Internally assessed
Developing scientific skills through
conducting investigations and research,
and writing reports.
Study of:
• Living things and their interaction with
each other and the environment (Biology)
• Substances and the reactions of
substances, metals, non-metals, carbon
compounds, halogens (Chemistry)
• Light, waves, motion, electricity and
magnetism, thermal dynamics, (Physics)
Developing scientific skills through
Developing scientific skills.
investigation and reporting.
Study of:
Study of:
• Basic Science from Biology,
• Living things and their interaction
Chemistry, Physics and Earth science
with each other and the environment (Biology)
• Substances and the reactions of
substances, metals, non-metals,
carbon compounds, halogens (Chemistry)
• Light, waves, motion, electricity and
magnetism, thermal dynamics, (Physics)
• The earth (geosphere) and atmosphere
of the earth
2 - 3 hours
Additional Costs Purchase of study guide/workbook
highly recommended.
Approximately $25
Enquiries
Level 1 Science
2 - 3 hours
Purchase of study guide/workbook
highly recommended.
Approximately $25
Mr. Skrine - Head of Learning Area
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Science is the study of the world around us and is divided into four general areas - living world, material
world, physical world and planet earth.
Course Title
Level 2 Chemistry
Course Code
L2CHE
Level 2 Physics
Entry
12 Level 1 Science credits with AS90944, or
AS90947 and 1.8SCI or approval from Mr. Skrine
12 Level 1 credits including L1 Science AS90940 and Mathematics AS91031
Geometry or Mathematics AS91032 Right-angled Triangles and Mathematics
AS91029 Linear Algebra or approval from HoLA
L2PHY
An excellent background in Mathematics is needed, not necessarily in Science
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 2
Assessment
By Achievement Standards
23 Credits
• 10 credits internally assessed
• 13 credits externally assessed
By Achievement Standards
23 Credits
• 7 credits internally assessed
• 16 credits externally assessed
Content
• Practical Chemistry
• Chemicals and their reactions
• Particle structure
• Reduction oxidation
• Organic chemistry
• Chemical reactivity
• Aqueous chemistry
• Investigation
• Practical physics - experimental techniques
• Waves, light and optics
• Forces and motion
• Electricity and electromagnetism
• Atoms, nuclei and radioactivity
2 - 3 hours
2 - 3 hours
Purchase of study guide/write on notes will
reduce workload and is highly recommended.
Approximately $25
Purchase of study guide/write on notes will reduce
workload and is highly recommended. Approximately
$35
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
Mr. Skrine - Head of Learning Area
Science is the study of the world around us and is divided into four general areas - living world, material
world, physical world and planet earth.
Course Title
Level 2 Biology
Level 2 Science
Course Code
L2BIO
Entry
8 Level 1 Science credits including 4 externally assessed
Science AS90948 credits PLUS L1ENG AS90053 Formal Writing
or approval from Mr. Skrine
Approval from Mr. Skrine
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 1 & 2
Assessment
By Achievement Standards
21 Credits
• 13 credits internally assessed
• 8 credits externally assessed
By Achievement Standards
16 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
Content
• Demonstrate understanding of adaption of plants or animals
to their way of life
• Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision
• Demonstrate understanding of life processes at the cellular level
• Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with
supervision
• Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change
• Plan, implement and evaluate a personal action that will
contribute toward a sustainable future (Te Piri Paua
Collaboration Report) or a second sustainability project
approved by teacher
• Mostly Earth and space science standards
plus;
• Sustainability standard helping to make the
world a better place
2 - 3 hours
Nil
Field trip $20. Purchase of study guide/write on notes highly
recommended. Approximately $45.
Additional costs to cover disposable equipment
approximately $30.
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
12SCP
Mr. Skrine - Head of Learning Area
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Science is the study of the world around us and is divided into four general areas - living world, material
world, physical world and planet earth.
Course Title
Course Code
Entry
Entry
Qualification
Qualification
Qualification
Assessment
Assessment
Content
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
Level 3
2 Biology
Science
L3BIO
12SCP
Level 3 Chemistry
Level 3 Physics
Level 2 Primary Industry
Taster
L3CHE
L2PIT
L3PHY
15 Level 2 Biology credits including 4
externally
credits
16
Level 2assessed
Biology
credits+orliteracy or
Approval
from
Mr. Skrine
approval
approvalfrom
fromMr.
Mr.Skrine/Mr.
Skrine McCloy
16 Level 2 Chemistry credits (at least
14 Level 2 Physics credits or
8
external)
or
approval
from
approval
Mr. Wang/
16 Level 2 ChemistrySuccess
credits or
16by
Level
2from
Physics
credits or
in L1HOR or
approval
from
Mr.
Skrine
Mr.
Skrine
approval from Mr. Skrine
Mr. Bryan/Mr. Skrineapproval from Mr. Stephenson
NCEA Level 3
NCEA Level 3
NCEA Level 3
NCEA Level 2
NCEA
Level 3 Standards:
NCEA
Level 3 Standards:
By Achievement
By Achievement
21 Credits
24 Credits
To
be
confirmed
By
Achievement
Standards:
By
Standards:
• 6 credits internally assessed
• 8 Achievement
credits internally
assessed
20
Credits
24
Credits
• 15 credits externally assessed
• 16 credits externally assessed
• 2 credits internally assessed
• 5 credits internally assessed
• Structure and chemistry of
• Practical physics - advanced
• 18 credits externally assessed
• 19 credits externally assessed
elemental groups and their
experimental techniques
• A biological response to a
compounds
• Motion - rotational, linear and
issue
Using
science investigation
and laboratory
skills
This isofbeing planned• Practical
as
a highly
practical
course for
• socio-scientific
Evolution
•• Structure
and chemistry
physics
- advanced
simple
harmonic
Thermo chemistry
• Demonstrate understanding of evolutionary
people
considering
careers
in
the
horticulture
and other
elemental
groups
and
their
experimental
techniques
• processes
Genetics leading to speciation
• Waves,
diffraction,
interference
and
• Reduction oxidation reactions
land
based
industries.
It
is
envisaged
that
there
will
compounds
Motion
- rotational,
Biotechnology
the Doppler
Effect linear and
•• Demonstrate
understanding of human
• Aqueous systems be 4 modules to give• a
taste
of
careers in Agriculture,
• Thermo chemistry
simple
harmonic
•
AC
&
DC
currents,
manipulations of genetic transfer and
• Organic chemistry Fisheries, Horticulture and Forestry.
its biological implications
• Reduction oxidation
electromagnetism
• Waves,
diffraction, interference and
• Extended practical investigation
• Demonstrate how people maintain a
• Modern
and quantum
physics
the Doppler
Effect
• Spectroscopy
stable internal environment
N.B. COURSE STARTS
2012
• AC
& DC currents,
If
considering
Auckland University for
• Demonstrate understanding of how
tertiary
study,
all
16 external credits are
electromagnetism
animals respond to their environment
required
for
entrance
• Modern and quantum physics
3 - 4 hours
3 - 4 hours
3 - 4 hours
NCEA Level 2
3 Standards:
By Achievement
19 Credits
Standards
By
Standards:
• 10Achievement
credits internally
assessed
18
24
Credits
• 9 credits externally assessed
• All
creditsinternally
internallyassessed
assessed
6 credits
• Carry out a practical investigation in a
•biological
18 creditscontext,
externally
withassessed
guidance
Purchase of study guide/write on notes will reduce
workload and is highly recommended. Approx $45
Mr. Skrine - Head of Learning Area
Purchase of study guide/write on notes will reduce
workload and is highly recommended. Approx $45
Purchase of study guide/write on notes will reduce
workload and is highly recommended. Approx $45
Science is the study of the world around us and is divided into four general areas - living world, material
world, physical world and planet earth.
Level 2 Food and Trees
Production
Year 13 Food and Trees
Production
Open. Success in 10HORT
recommended and/or approval
from HoLA
Success in L1HOR (12 credits) and/or
by approval from HoLA
Success in L2FTP or 12SCP and/or
by approval from HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2 working towards a
National Certificate in Agriculture
(Basic Skills)
Assessment
Up to 22 Credits
Internally assessed Unit Standards
One externally assessed standard
A minimum of 20 Unit Standard
credits and up to 45 credits
NCEA Level 2 and 3 working towards
a National Certificate in Agriculture
(Basic Skills)
Content
This is a highly practical course for
people considering careers in land
based industries. You will get your
hands dirty as you learn how to
maintain gardens, grow plants from
seeds and identify fertilisers and
growing media, general orchard
maintenance.
This is a practical course for students
thinking about careers in the primary
industries. It will provide some of the
introductory skills needed for careers
in agriculture, horticulture, forestry,
apiculture and conservation. Students
will learn generic skills. Course
includes Project Possum, ATV safety,
health & safety.
This course will provide further
instruction in skills needed to work in
the primary industries, e.g.
- Chainsaw use
- Fencing
- Agrichemical use
Nil
Nil
Course Title
Level 1 Horticulture
Course Code
L1HOR
Entry
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
L2FTP
13FTP
A minimum of 20 Unit Standard
credits. Completion of National
Certificate in Agriculture.
Note: You will need to show a passport or a birth
certificate to gain the credits from this course.
Nil
Both L2FTP and 13FTP have limited spaces (14 students).
Mr. Skrine - Head of Learning Area
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Arts
10INA
INTEGRATED
ARTS
L1DAN
DANCE
L2DAN
DANCE
L3DAN
DANCE
10DRA
DRAMA
L1DRA
DRAMA
L2DRA
DRAMA
L3DRA
DRAMA
10MUS
MUSIC
L1MUS
MUSIC
L2MUS
MUSIC
L3MUS
MUSIC
10ART
ART
L1ART
ART
L2ART
ART
L3ART
ART
L1PHD PHOTOGRAPHY
& DESIGN
MĀORI
10MPA PERFORMING ARTS
(on audition)
Skills
MĀORI
L1MPA PERFORMING ARTS
(on audition)
L2PHD PHOTOGRAPHY
& DESIGN
L3PHD PHOTOGRAPHY
& DESIGN
MĀORI
L2MPA PERFORMING ARTS
(on audition)
Creativity Confidence
Problem Solving
Focus
Perseverance
Non-verbal communication Stamina
Receiving constructive feedback
Collaboration
Dedication
Accountability
Time management Research skills
Analytical and critical thinking
The ability to come with criticism and learn from it
An open mind Self awareness
The ability to move beyond boundaries and experiment with different ideas
Team work Organisational skills
Empathy
Management skills
Self discipline
Memory Social awareness
Aesthetic appreciation
Technical skills
Jobs you can gain by doing an art subject can vary greatly from events manager to lawyer and everything in between.
University Approved Subject
Art in Years 11 - 13 is predominantly a practical painting and drawing course, which also includes a written
research component.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Art
L1ART
Level 2 Art
Level 3 Art
L2ART
L3ART
Entry
Students who have completed
Year 10 Art, 10 Integrated Arts, or
10 Design & Visual Communication
Achieved in Panels (1.4)
12 external L2ART credits
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 8 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 8 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
18 Credits
• 14 credits externally assessed
• 4 credits internally assessed
Content
• Drawing from subject matter in a
range of wet and dry media
• Painting
• Decision making
• Researching NZ artists
• Produce a body of work within
painting, on three panel boards
• Generate and make decisions about artworks within contemporary
painting practice
Homework
Expectations
(per week)
• Produce two panel boards of your
own artworks using drawing and
painting as a medium
• Decision making
• Generating artworks in paint
• Developing ideas
2 hours
3 hours
3 - 4 hours
Additional Costs
$25, includes trips to Ahipara
Workbooks, brushes, pencils,
erasers, paper and photocopying
Workbooks, brushes, pencils,
erasers, oil paint, paper and
Enquiries Mr. King - Teacher in Charge
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Students work individually and collaboratively to explore their potential in performance and composition.
They will also venture into aspects which involve interpretation and analysis of dance moves and research
into dance backgrounds.
Course Title
Level 1 Dance
Level 2 Dance
Level 3 Dance
Entry
Open
Entry at least 16 credits in L1DAN or
approval from Mrs. Bellingham
Entry 24 credits in L2DAN or
approval from Mrs. Bellingham
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
24 Credits
• 4 credits externally assessed
• 16 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
26 Credits
• 8 credits externally assessed
• 18 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
30 Credits
• 4 credits externally assessed
• 26 credits internally assessed
Content
• Compose dance sequences for
given briefs
• Perform dance sequences
• Demonstrate ensemble skills in
a dance
• Demonstrate understanding of the
elements of dance
• Demonstrate understanding of a
dance performance
• Choreograph a group dance to
communicate an intention
• Perform a repertoire of dance
• Perform an ethnic or social dance
• Perform in a theatre dance work
• Provide an interpretation of a
dance performance
• Demonstrate understanding of
dance genre in a context
• Produce a dance to a realised
concept
• Choreograph a dance to develop
and resolve ideas
• Perform a solo/duet dance
sequence
• Perform a group dance
• Perform a repertoire of contrasting
dances
• Analyse a dance performance
Homework
Expectations
(per week)
Dance practice & paperwork 1-2
hours per week
Dance practice & paperwork 1-2
hours per week
Dance practice & paperwork 1-2
hours per week
$15 to cover live performances and
workshops
$15 to cover live performances and
workshops
$15 to cover live performances and
workshops
Course Code
Additional Costs
Enquiries
L1DAN
L2DAN
Mrs. Bellingham - Teacher in Charge
L3DAN
Performance, production and technical skills of the theatre. Students will work in a cooperative manner
to devise (write), direct, analyse, reflect on a range of performances. Students will be involved in all
aspects of public performances appropriate to their year level.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Drama
Level 2 Drama
Level 3 Drama
L1DRA
L2DRA
Entry
Open entry. Students must be able to
demonstrate the skills required for co-construction.
Attendance is very important as most credits are
gained by working within a group (although each
individual is graded separately).
16 credits in Level 1 Drama or
HoLA approval.
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
Total credits available through
Achievement Standards: 21
• 8 credits externally assessed
• 13 credits internally assessed
Total credits available through
Achievement Standards: 21
• 8 credits externally assessed
• 13 credits internally assessed
Total credits available through
Achievement Standards: 21
• 8 credits externally assessed
• 13 credits internally assessed
Content
• Demonstrate understanding of a
significant play
• Select and use features of a drama/
theatre form in a performance
• Devise and perform in a drama
• Demonstrate understanding of
the use of drama aspects within live
performance
• Demonstrate understanding of
features of a drama/theatre form
• Apply drama techniques in a scripted
context
• Devise and perform a drama to realise
an intention
• Perform features of a complex drama
or theatre from or period
• Discuss a drama or theatre form or
period with reference to a text
• Discuss drama elements, techniques,
conventions and technologies within
live performances
• Interpret scripted text and integrate
drama techniques in performance
• Devise and perform a drama to realise a
concept
• Select and use complex performance
skills associated with a drama form or
period
• Interpret live drama performance
• Interpret a prescribed text to demonstrate
knowledge of a drama/theatre form or
period
Memorising scripts and paperwork 1 - 2 hours per week
Memorising scripts and paperwork 1 - 2 hours per week
Memorising scripts and paperwork 1 - 2 hours per week
$10 cost for live performances bought to
the college to view for the external exams
$10 cost for live performances bought to
the college to view for the external exams
$10 cost for live performances bought to
the college to view for the external exams
Homework
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
L3DRA
12 credits in Level 2 Drama. Literacy
credits achieved in Level 1 or HoLA
approval.
Mrs. Tucker - Teacher in Charge
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Students work individually and collaboratively to explore the potential of sounds and technologies for
creating, interpreting, performing and representing music ideas.
Course Title
Level 1 Music
Level 2 Music
Level 3 Music
Entry
Successful completion of Year 10
Music at Kaitaia College or approval
from Mrs. Chuck or passing a theory
test and a successful audition.
Achieved Level 1 solo and group
credits or approval from Mrs. Chuck
or passing a theory test and a
successful audition.
Achieved Level 2 solo and group
credits or approval from Mrs.
Chuck or passing a theory test and
successful audition
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
Assessments will be performance
and theory based. Performance at
Soirees is required for assessment
Each student completes an individual
programme which consists of a
combination of compulsory and optional
standards in consultation with Mrs.
Chuck. Students may choose from
Level 1 and 2 standards. Performance
at Soirees is required for assessment
Each student completes an individual
programme which is developed
in consultation with Mrs. Chuck.
Students may choose standards
from all levels. Performance at
Soirees is required for assessment
Content
• Perform to an audience as an
individual and in a group
• Compose music
• Learn the fundamentals of music
theory
• Set up a Public Address system
• Perform to an audience as an
individual and in a group
• Compose music
• Analyse and research NZ music
• Sound and recording technologies
• Extend music theory knowledge
• Stage crew
• Perform to an audience as an
individual and in a group
• Compose and arrange music
• Research and present a music topic
• Examine harmonic and tonal
principles
• Stage management
Course Code
Qualification
Homework
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
L1MUS
Students must practise their instrument
(or vocals) at least four times a week,
for 30 minutes each time.
$20
L2MUS
Students must practise their instrument
(or vocals) at least four times a week,
for 40 minutes each time.
$25
L3MUS
Students must practise their instrument
(or vocals) at least four times a week,
for 40 minutes each time.
$25
Costs covers CDs, backing tracks, folders, visiting performances, workshops and other consumables
Mrs. Chuck - Teacher in Charge
Photography and Design explores typography (styles of lettering), logos, photography and design techniques using Photoshop
to bring these ideas together in practice. Students create logos, book covers, posters, magazine spreads, website pages and
promotional materials (letterheads, business cards, tickets), which are relevant in creative industries and business/ marketing.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Photography & Design
L1PHD
Level 2 Photography & Design
Level 3 Photography & Design
L2PHD
L3PHD
Entry
Successful completion of Year 10 Art
or DVC or HoLA or TiC approval
Preference for students who have
completed 12 external credits in L1
PHD, ART or approval from TiC/HoLA
Preference for students who have
completed 12 external credits in L2
PHD or approval from TiC/HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
18 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 6 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 8 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
22 Credits
• 14 credits externally assessed
• 8 credits internally assessed
Content
• Design typography (hand drawn
lettering)
• Develop understanding of the
visual elements in photography,
e.g. line, shape, colour, balance
and contrast
• Produce images related to a
chosen theme
• Use Photoshop to layout images,
design book covers and magazine
spreads
• Produce two panel boards of
student’s own design work
• Develop understanding of the
visual elements in photography,
e.g. line, shape, colour, balance
and contrast
• Produce images related to a
chosen theme
• Develop design skills in Photoshop
to layout images, design logos,
tickets, business cards, posters
and brochures
• Produce images related to a chosen
theme
• Develop understanding of the visual
elements in photography, e.g. line,
shape, colour, balance and contrast
• Develop design skills in Photoshop
to layout images, design logos,
business cards, posters, web
designs, packaging designs,
magazine spreads, calendars and
publication designs (magazines)
Enquiries
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
Mrs. Benavides - Teacher in Charge
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Health & Physical Education
L2PEX
10PED
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
L1PED
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
10HEA
HEALTH
EDUCATION
L1HEA
HEALTH
Skills
Active participation
ADVENTURE
EDUCATION
SPORT &
L2PED LEISURE STUDIES
L2HEA
HEALTH
IN SOCIETY
L3PEX
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
EXTENSION
L3PED
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
L3HEA
HEALTH
IN SOCIETY
Positive attitude
Co-operation
Effective communication
Include others
Team person
Self discipline
Organised
Be adaptable
Perseverance
Goal setting
Decision making
Understanding wellbeing/hauora
University
Approved Subject
Enthusiastic
Social responsibility
Problem solving
Conflict resolution
Honesty
Being assertive
Exploring attitudes, values and beliefs
Team building
Trustworthy
Listening skills
Awareness of diversity
Physical Education is the study of how physical activity impacts on our lives. Students learn about how the
body functions and the influence physical activity has on our well-being.
Course Title
Level 1 Physical Education
Level 2 Adventure Education
Level 3 Physical Education Extension
Course Code
L1PED
L2PEX
L3PEX
Entry
Excellent participation and positive
attitude in Physical Education in Years 9
and 10. Gained AS90964 an advantage.
There is a theory content in this course
and reasonable writing skills would be an
advantage or approval from HoLA
Gained minimum of 14 credits from
L1 or approval from HoLA.
High theory content. Essay and
report writing skills an advantage
Gained minimum of 14 credits in
L2PEX. Gained AS91333 is an
advantage or approval from HoLA
High theory content. Essay and
report writing skills an advantage
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards 90962,
90963, 90966, 90968:
17 Credits
• 17 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards 91330,
91332, 91333, 91334, 91335:
17 Credits
• 17 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards 91498,
91501, 91502, 91504, 91505:
19 Credits
• 19 credits internally assessed
Content
• Anatomy of the body
• Biomechanics - how the body moves
• Exercise physiology - the body’s
response to exercise
• Practical based performance
• Risk management in the outdoors
• Coaching - outdoor based
• Perform an activity to PE
performance standards
• Social responsibility and
Leadership strategies
• Risk management in the outdoors
Note: Lessons will be made up of two
practical and two theory per week.
• Open Water Dive Course (must
pass selection criteria)
• Risk management in the outdoors
• Evaluate a physical activity
experience
• Demonstrate quality performance
• Examine a current issue that
impacts on NZ society
• Leadership principles
Note: Lessons will be made up of two
practical and two theory per week.
2 hours
3 hours
Note: Lessons will be made up of two
practical and two theory per week.
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
Additional costs include $10 for practical courses
Study guide available for purchase
Mr. Berghan - Head of Learning Area
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Physical Education is the study of how physical activity impacts on our lives. Students learn about how the
body functions and the influence physical activity has on our well-being.
Course Title
Sport & Leisure Studies
Level 3 Physical Education
Gained minimum of 14 credits in L1PED or approval from
HoLA. There is a high theory content in this course and
essay writing skills would be an advantage
Gained minimum of 14 credits in L2PED. Gained AS91329 and
91332 an advantage or approval from HoLA
There is a high theory content in this course and essay writing
skills would be an advantage
L3PED
Course Code
Entry
L2PED
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards 91329, 91330, 91332,
91334, 91335 plus 2 Unit Standards:
20 Credits
By Achievement Standards 91498, 91501, 91502, 91505:
16 Credits
• 16 credits internally assessed
• Biophysical principles
• Practical based performance
• Rugby referee course (10 credits) (Must pass
selection criteria)
• Leadership strategies
• Safety issues in physical activity
• Social responsibility
Note: Lessons will be made up of two practical and two
theory per week.
• Open Water Dive Course (Must pass selection criteria)
• Examine a current issue that impacts on NZ society
• Evaluate a physical activity experience
• Analyse a physical skill
• Demonstrate quality performance
• Examine leadership principles in physical activity
Note: Lessons will be made up of two practical and two
theory per week.
1 hour
2 hours
Study guide available for purchase
• 18 credits Achievement Standards
• 2 credits Unit Standards
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Enquiries
Additional costs include $10 for practical courses
Mr. Berghan - Head of Learning Area
In Health in Society students explore personal, interpersonal and societal influences on well-being through
a wide range of health related contexts.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Health
L1HEA
Level 2 Health in Society
Level 3 Health in Society
L2HEA
L3HEA
Entry
High achievement in Year 10 English
is an advantage, L1ENG or approval
from HoLA
Entry 14 credits in L1HEA with at
least 8 at Merit level. Internal and
external credits gained in English are
an advantage
14 credits in L2HEA. Credits gained
in formal writing and an external
pass in English is an advantage
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
18 Credits
• 10 credits internally assessed
• 8 credits externally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
19 Credits
• 10 credits internally assessed
• 9 credits externally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
19 Credits
• 14 credits internally assessed
• 5 credits externally assessed
Content
• Goal setting
• Communication skills
• Drug issues
• Sexuality issues
• Nutrition
• Gender studies
• Adolescent health issues
• Mental health
• Discrimination
• Sexual imagery in the media
• Ethical issues
• Contemporary health practices
• International health issues
2 hours
2 - 4 hours
4 - 6 hours
Nil
Study guide available for purchase
Nil
Study guide available for purchase
Nil
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
Mrs. Berghan - Head of Learning Area
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Languages & Māori
10TRM
TE REO
MĀORI
MĀORI
10MPA PERFORMING ARTS
L1TRM
TE REO
MĀORI
MĀORI
L1MPA PERFORMING ARTS
L2TRM
TE REO
MĀORI
MĀORI
L2MPA PERFORMING ARTS
10MST
MĀORI
STUDIES
L1MST
MĀORI
STUDIES
L2MST
MĀORI
STUDIES
10GER
GERMAN
L1GER
GERMAN
(e-learning)
L2GER
GERMAN
(e-learning)
L3TRM
TE REO
MĀORI
MĀORI
L3MPA PERFORMING ARTS
L3GER
GERMAN
(e-learning)
Possible Future Pathways
Social Work Translator Journalist
Marine Biologist
Clergyman
Ministry of Fisheries Lecturer Lawyer
Architect Judge Child Advocate
NZ Armed Forces
Traveller Professional Singer/Dancer
Performer
Actor
Kapa Haka Tutor Radio
Immigration Officer
Television Exhibition - Carving, Weaving, Painting, Sculptor Politician Tourism Teacher
Linguist Interpreter Tourist Operator
Writer Historian
University Approved Subject
This course encompasses the study of Te Reo me āna Tikanga; language features, grammar of speech,
language function, word usage and language notion; the ability to communicate and reply.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Te Reo Māori
L1TRM
Level 2 Te Reo Māori
Level 3 Te Reo Māori
L2TRM
L3TRM
Entry
Successfully completed Year 10
TRM/MPA/MST or approval by HoLA
Minimum of 6 external L1 credits,
12 internal L1 credits or approval
by HoLA
Minimum of 6 external L2 credits,
12 internal L2 credits or approval
by HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
Students are completing 4
Achievement Standards worth 24
Literacy credits
• 18 credits internally assessed
• 6 credits externally assessed
Students are completing 4
Achievement Standards worth 22
Literacy credits
• 16 credits internally assessed
• 6 credits externally assessed
Students are completing 4 Achievement
Standards worth 16 Literacy credits.
Students are able to achieve UE
Literacy in this subject area
• 16 credits internally assessed
Content
A full year course for students who
want to develop their Māori and
gain formal qualifications. It covers
most aspects of the language and
the tikanga.
This course offers intermediate stage
Māori language oral and written, for
students who have already studied
and completed Māori at Level 1. It
is the study of language in greater
depth with an emphasis on oral and
written Māori.
This course offers Māori language
oral and written for students who
have already studied and completed
Māori at Level 2. It is the study of
language in greater depth with an
emphasis on oral and written Māori.
Attendance is essential.
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries Attendance is essential.
Attendance is essential.
At least 2 hours
At least 2 hours
At least 2 hours
Wānanga and course trips
throughout the year.
Wānanga and course trips
throughout the year.
Wānanga and course trips
throughout the year.
Mrs. Kīngi - Head of Learning Area
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This course focuses on students developing a sound knowledge of Kapa Haka and Te Reo through
practical demonstration and performance of Waiata, Waiata-ā-ringa, Poi, Haka and Whakaraka.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Māori Performing Arts
L1MPA
Level 2 Māori Performing Arts
Level 3 Māori Performing Arts
Entry
Completion of Year 10 MPA or HoLA
approval based on participation in an
external kapa haka group
17 credits in L1MPA or approval from TiC
based on participation in an external kapa
haka group. Must be able to perform to
competition level. Must have attempted
external NZQA examinations in 2015
17 credits in L2MPA or approval from
TiC based on participation in an external
kapa haka group. Must be willing and
able to perform to competition level.
Must have attempted external NZQA
examinations in 2015
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
10 Achievement Standards AND 10
Unit Standards:
20 Credits
• 20 internally assessed
10 Achievement Standards AND 19
(Wāhine) & 18 (Tāne) Unit Standards:
29 (Wāhine) & 28 (Tāne) Credits
• 24 internally assessed (Tāne)
• 25 internally assessed (Wāhine)
• 4 externally assessed
14 Achievement Standards AND 22
Unit Standards:
36 Credits
• 32 internally assessed
• 4 internally assessed
This is a UE approved subject
Content
This course gives students an
opportunity to experience the different
aspects of Māori Performing Arts.
Students will also participate in
Whakatau and various cultural events in
Te Tai Tokerau.
This course offers intermediate stage
opportunities for students to experience
Māori Performing Arts, to develop their
knowledge and skills in Waiata, Waiata ā
ringa, Poi, Haka and Whakaraka through
NCEA Dance credits and Field Māori Unit
Standards.
This course offers intermediate stage
opportunities for students to experience
Māori Performing Arts, to develop their
knowledge and skills in Waiata, Waiata ā
ringa, Poi, Haka and Whakaraka through
NCEA Dance credits and Field Māori Unit
Standards.
Home Study
Expectations
Additional Costs
Enquiries Attendance and wānanga are
essential.
L2MPA
L3MPA
Attendance and wānanga are essential. Attendance and wānanga are essential.
The Māori Studies Department hold at least 8-10 wānanga per year, Friday - Sunday.
Hours total 26 hours per wānanga of Kapa Haka
Wānanga and course trips throughout the
year.
Wānanga and course trips throughout the
year.
Mrs. Kīngi - Head of Learning Area
Wānanga and course trips throughout the
year.
This course focuses on students developing a sound understanding of Maori culture, Tikanga and Kawa,
taught in a bi-lingual setting.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Māori Studies
L1MST
Level 2 Māori Studies
Entry
Year 10 Māori Studies, Te Reo
Māori, Māori Performing Arts or by
approval from HoLA
15 credits at either Level 1 Māori Studies, 15 credits at either Level 2 Māori
Te Reo Māori, Māori Performing Arts or
Studies, Te Reo Māori, Māori Performing
by approval from HoLA
Arts or by approval from HoLA
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Unit or Achievement Standards:
21 Credits
By Unit or Achievement Standards:
23 Credits
By Unit or Achievement Standards:
26 Credits
Content
The study of Te Ao Māori, Kawa
and Tikanga in a bi-lingual setting.
Māori studies examines the Māori
people and culture through Te
Taiao, the environment:
• The Language
• Māori world view
• Māori Atua
• Manaakitanga
• Kaitiakitanga
• Marae kawa and tikanga
• Māori concepts such as
whakataukī, tapu, noa, rāhui etc
The study of Te Ao Māori, Kawa
and Tikanga in a bi-lingual setting.
Māori studies examines Ngā Tikanga,
Kaitiakitanga, Te Ao Māori. Terms,
customs and practices to do with
conservation, rongoā:
• Māori Tikanga - Māori Rongoā, tools
and implements, kākahu etc
• Māori world view - te whānau marama
• Declaration of Independence
• Wharenui - construction, concepts
• Kaitiakitanga - conservation
• Marae kawa and tikanga
• Māori concepts such as tapu, noa,
whānaungatanga, rahui etc
The focus of this year is iwi studies.
These papers are a continuation of
the study of Kaitiakitanga. Knowing
where and how to put in place Rāhui,
tapu, wāhi tapu and Mauri. Learning
our customary rights pertaining
to te taiao; what our tūpuna have
done to retain what we have today;
Wai262, Mataatua Declaration, 1975
Land March. These papers are prerequisites for students wanting to
study Indigenous Studies, Mātauranga
Māori, work for DoC, Ngā Rūnangaā-iwi, Far North District Council, Law
and Anthropology.
Additional Costs
Overnight wānanga, Marae noho and day Overnight wānanga, Marae noho and day Overnight wānanga, Marae noho and day
trips are compulsory (fees to be advised) trips are compulsory (fees to be advised) trips are compulsory (fees to be advised)
Qualification
Enquiries L2MST
Level 3 Māori Studies
L3MST
Mrs. Kīngi - Head of Learning Area
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Māori Tourism - Tāpoi Māori. To provide students with a wide range of transferable skills and a thorough grounding in
tourism. The programme uses a combination of delivery modes. This includes weekly lessons, marae-based workshops,
online tutorials, site visits, one-to-one tutorial support, industry-based workshops and self-directed learning. Students also
receive a programme pack which includes workbooks, readings and assessment tasks. The range of delivery modes and the
amount of professional tutorial support provided ensures a high achievement rate.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 3 Māori Tourism
L3MTO
Entry
NCEA Level 1 Literacy minimum or approval from HoLA
Qualification
Credits go towards a National Certificate in Level 3 Māori Tourism
Assessment
By Unit Standards:
35 Credits at Level 3
• 35 internally assessed
Content
Core components are:
• Knowledge of the tourism industry
• Manaakitanga and tourism
• Kaitiakitanga and tourism
• Basic Te Reo Māori
• The legal environment
• Communication skills - interpersonal reciprocal relationships
• Māori tikanga and history
• Life skills
Home Study
Expectations
At least 2 hours per week, 1 overnight wānanga per term
Additional Costs
$15 workbook, trip/wānanga (fees to be advised)
Enquiries Mrs. Kīngi - Head of Learning Area
Social Sciences
10SOS
SOCIAL
STUDIES
L1ECO
ECONOMICS
L1HIS
HISTORY
L1GEO
GEOGRAPHY
CLASSICAL
STUDIES
L2FPY
FUTURE
FOCUS
L3FPY
FUTURE
FOCUS
L2ACC
ACCOUNTING
L3ACC
ACCOUNTING
L2ECO
ECONOMICS
L3ECO
ECONOMICS
L2HIS
HISTORY
L3HIS
HISTORY
L2GEO
GEOGRAPHY
L3GEO
GEOGRAPHY
12TOR
TOURISM
13TOR
TOURISM
These subjects can lead to any Social Science subject
BUSINESS
STUDIES
ACCOUNTING
These subjects can lead to any Social Science subject
10BUS
L1ACC
L3CLS
Skills
Problem solving
Team work
Predicting
Forecasting
Inquiring
Analysing
Essay writing
Communication skills
Summarising ideas
Developing independent research skills
Time management
Empathy
Develop opinions
Theorise
Financial planning
Debate
Become inclusive learners
Care for the environment
Mapping
Understand the impact of humans on the world
Surveying
Set goals
University Approved Subject
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Classical Studies is the study of civilisations of classical Greece and Rome.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 3 Classical Studies
L3CLS
Entry
Entry 12 credits in L2ENG or approval from TiC
Qualification
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
Total credits available through Achievement Standards: 20
One standard in this course is internally assessed and three standards are externally assessed
through NZQA examinations at the end of the year
Content
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
• Art History - the study of selected Roman pieces
• Classical Literature - the study of Virgil’s Aeneid
• History - the Roman Empire and the reign of Augustus (44BCE - CE14)
3 hours
Nil
N.B. This course is subject to change with the review of courses at the end of 2015. Students will be issued
with an updated programme at the beginning of the academic year.
Enquiries
Ms. Wilson - Teacher in Charge
Economics is the practical study of scarcity and its impact on society - how New Zealanders choose to
manage our resources.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Economics
L1ECO
Level 2 Economics
Level 3 Economics
L2ECO
L3ECO
Entry
Open
Preferred standards for entry
AS90986, AS90985, AS90983, and
AS90988
Preferred standards for entry
AS91227, AS91224 and AS91223
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
24 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 12 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
22 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 10 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
24 Credits
• 14 credits externally assessed
• 10 credits internally assessed
Content
• Economic decision making of
consumers and producers
• What is the market system?
• Provides students with an insight
into how the New Zealand
economy works
• Study of local firms
• Understand how economic
concepts and models provide a
means of analysing the
New Zealand economy
• Understand how government
policies manage inflation, trade,
growth and unemployment
Homework
Expectations
(per week)
• Understand that well-functioning
markets are efficient but that
governments may need to intervene
where markets fail to deliver
efficient or equitable outcomes
• Understand how the nature and
size of the New Zealand economy
is influenced by interacting internal
and external factors
3 hours
3 hours
3 hours
Additional Costs
$25 homework book
$25 homework book
$25 homework book
Enquiries
Mrs. Clutterbuck - Head of Learning Area
Mrs. Riley - Teacher in Charge
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Future Focus will prepare students for the future (personal well-being, team building and life skills).
Course Title
Level 2 Future Focus
Level 3 Future Focus
Entry
Level 1 Literacy
Completed L2 NCEA or negotiation with HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
Credits towards NCEA Level 3
Assessment
21 Credits
• 21 credits internally assessed by unit standards
19 Credits
• 19 credits internally assessed by unit standards
Content
• Research personal identity and whānau/family
heritage
• Study independent living situations and set
financial goals for future gains
• Set financial goals and learn to manage money
• Time management skills
• Group work and team building
• Creating PowerPoint Presentations
• Develop a peer support programme
• Leadership skills
• Communication and team building
• Planning future directions (tertiary study, going into
work, moving away from home)
• Financial planning for the next year
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Course Code
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
L2FPY
Mrs. Clutterbuck - Head of Learning Area
L3FPY
Ms. Karena - Teacher in Charge
Geography is the study of the natural and cultural environments and the interaction between them.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Geography
L1GEO
Level 2 Geography
Level 3 Geography
L2GEO
L3GEO
Entry
Open
Open entry. However, attainment in
Level 1 English is an advantage
Open entry. However, attainment in
Level 2 English is an advantage
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
25 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 13 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
26 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 14 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
26 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 14 credits internally assessed
Content
• Extreme natural events
• Skills - mapping, graphing and
valuing
• Directed research
• Contemporary issues
• Global study
• Population studies
• Sustainability
• Geographic environment (Ahipara)
• Tourism in Bali
• Skills - mapping, graphing and
valuing
• Research with consultation
• Contemporary event
• Global study
• Contemporary issue
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
• Natural landscapes - Amazon
Basin
• Urban studies
• Skills - mapping, graphing and
valuing
• Research with guidance
• Contemporary issue
• Global study
• Differences in development
Nil
Nil
0 - 1 hours
Additional Costs
Proposed field trip approx $50
Proposed field trip approx $150
Enquiries
Mrs. Clutterbuck - Head of Learning Area
Mr. Watson - Teacher in Charge
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History is the study of a past notable for its important, unusual or interesting events that will or can shape
the course of the future.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 History
L1HIS
Level 2 History
Level 3 History
L2HIS
L3HIS
Entry
Consultation with TiC
12 credits in L1HIS or L1ENG or
approval from TiC
12 credits in L2HIS or L2ENG or
approval from TiC
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
24 Credits
• 12 credits externally assessed
• 12 credits internally assessed
+ additional 9 credits internally
assessed (optional)
By Achievement Standards:
28 Credits
• 14 credits externally assessed
• 14 credits internally assessed
+ additional 9 credits internally
assessed (optional)
By Achievement Standards:
31 Credits
• 16 credits externally assessed
• 15 credits internally assessed
+ additional 9 credits internally
assessed (optional)
Content
• Various topics
• Various topics
• Various topics
• Revolution and conspiracy
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
2 - 4 hours
2 - 6 hours
2 - 6 hours
Additional Costs
$15
$15
$15
Enquiries
Mrs. Clutterbuck - Head of Learning Area
Mr. Withiel - Teacher in Charge
Tourism is a course of study focused on New Zealand and other world tourist destinations. This course includes the study of the skill
set required to work in the Tourism Industry. The National Certificate in Tourism is a two year course. At the completion of year two
students can make an application to receive a National Certificate in Tourism (Introductory Skill - Level 2).
Course Title
Level 2 Tourism
Level 3 Tourism
Entry
Completed NCEA Level 1
Completion of 12TOR or TiC approval
Qualification
Credits towards National Certificate in Tourism
NCEA Level 2
National Certificate in Tourism (Introductory Skills Level 2)
NCEA Level 2
Assessment
By Unit Standards
28 Credits internally assessed
• 28 credits at Level 2
By Unit Standards
24 Credits internally assessed
• 24 credits at Level 3
Content
• Knowledge of New Zealand as a tourist destination
• Work roles within the tourism industry
• Work related skills within the tourism industry
• Business of tourism
• Tourist characteristics and needs
• History of tourism
• History of tourism
• Knowledge of Australia and the South Pacific as
tourist destinations
• Economic significance of Tourism
• Promote Rotorua as a tourist destination
Nil
Nil
$25 workbooks
$25 workbooks
Course Code
Home Study
Expectations
(per week)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
12TOR
Mrs. Clutterbuck - Head of Learning Area
13TOR
Mr. Shackleton - Teacher in Charge
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Technology
10DIT
DIGITAL
TECHNOLOGIES
10DVC DESIGN & VISUAL
COMMUNICATION
DIGITAL
L2DIT TECHNOLOGIES
L1DIT
DIGITAL
TECHNOLOGIES
L1ICT
COMPUTER
TECHNOLOGY
12ICT
L1FEM
FILM &
L2FEM
ELECTRONIC MEDIA
L1DVC DESIGN & VISUAL
COMMUNICATION
INFORMATION &
COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGY
FILM &
ELECTRONIC MEDIA
L2DVC DESIGN & VISUAL
COMMUNICATION
DIGITAL
L3DIT TECHNOLOGIES*
INFORMATION &
COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGY
13ICT
L3FEM
FILM &
ELECTRONIC MEDIA*
L3DVC DESIGN & VISUAL
COMMUNICATION*
10TEX
TEXTILES &
DESIGN
L1TEX
TEXTILES &
DESIGN
L2TEX
TEXTILES &
DESIGN
L3TEX
TEXTILES &
DESIGN
10FTE
FOOD
TECHNOLOGY
L1HOS
HOSPITALITY
L2HOS
HOSPITALITY
L3HOS
HOSPITALITY
Possible Future Pathways
DIT & ICT: Information Systems Engineer Software Developer Small Business Owner Website Developer
Website Manager Research and Development Product and Support E-Commerce Marketing Consultant Sales and Marketing
ICT Security Specialist Telecommunications Network Planner Animation Robotics Designer
Video & Film: Software Engineer Makeup and Prosthetics Animations and Digital Artist Sound Recording and Production Media - TV, Music Videos
Graphics: 2D Animator Illustrator Brand and Identity Designer Packaging Designer Visual Designer Computer Finished Artist Junior Art Director Animator
Woodwork: Boat Builder Carpenter University Approved Subject*
Architect
Building Insulator Product design
Building Contractor Wood Joiner Wood Overlay Installer
...See careers pages for more information
Technology
10WWK MATERIALS TECH
- WOODWORK
10MWK MATERIALS TECH
- METAL
L1WCT
L1MEC
WOOD COMPOSITE
TECHNOLOGY
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
Possible Future Pathways
Fashion & Design: Fashion Designer
Textiles & Industry Fashion Consultant
Sales & Service, Retail and Wholesale
L2WCT
WOOD COMPOSITE
TECHNOLOGY
L3WCT
WOOD COMPOSITE
TECHNOLOGY
L2COS
CONSTRUCTION
L2MEC
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
13MEC
MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
L2AUT
AUTOMOTIVE
ENGINEERING
13AUT
AUTOMOTIVE
ENGINEERING
L2TSC
TRADE SKILLS
COURSE
L2MBT
MOTOR BODY
TRADES
13MBT
MOTOR BODY
TRADES
Colour Consultant Design Consultant
Hospitality: Chef Baker Bar Manager Bartender Front of House Caterer
Cafe Manager
Tourism
Hotel/Motel Receptionist
Barista
Automotive Industry: Automotive Engineer Automotive Electrician Motor Body Trades: Light & Heavy Fabrication
Engineering: Fitter Turner
Composite Engineer
Machinist and Toolmaker
Marine Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Construction: Scaffolder
Roofer
Boat Builder Plumber/Gasfitter
Armed Forces: Navy Weapons Engineering Officer Aircraft Engineer Army Field Engineer
University Approved Subject*
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Technology
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Technology Block Safety
We now have most of the practical classes operating in the new Technology Block. In many of our senior classes
the goal is to deliver industrial qualifications to the students. This means that students need to be aware of, and
comply with, safety requirements.
I am concerned that many of the students are presenting inappropriately dressed. The school does have available
safety glasses and ear muffs for use in the workshop, but students need to attend wearing sturdy, fully-enclosed
footwear. Loose-fitting clothing, loose long hair, hanging jewellery or taonga are a potential hazard, (especially
around machinery) and need to be removed or secured. Long shorts or trousers are the most appropriate
clothing for a workshop.
Teachers have the authority to exclude students from the class who are unsafely dressed or to not allow them to
do practical work. Parents, please support these important programmes by ensuring that your young person is
appropriately dressed for their course of study.
Jack Saxon, Principal
Home Study Expectations (per week)
Certain disciplines of technology will require between 1 - 3 hours per week home study. Consult with the Teacher
in Charge of your subject for clarification. Access to the internet and a computer at home would be beneficial.
Textiles and Design includes understanding design practices and applying them to textile applications.
Students will learn about design elements and use these design ideas to produce concepts and their
prototypes.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Textiles & Design
L1TEX
Level 2 Textiles & Design
Level 3 Textiles & Design
L2TEX
L3TEX
Entry
Completion of 10TEX or Teacher in
Charge approval
Completion of L1TEX or Teacher in
Charge approval
Completion of L2TEX or Teacher in
Charge approval
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
21 Credits
• 3 credits externally assessed
• 18 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
21 Credits
• 3 credits externally assessed
• 18 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
• 20 credits internally assessed
Content
• Construct a specified product
• Use design ideas to produce
concepts
• Make prototypes of own designs
• Use a brief to inform design ideas
• Freehand sketching
• Construct a specified product
• Human factors in design
• Conceptual design
• Development and prototype
• Material evaluation
• Freehand sketching
• Use design ideas to produce
concepts
• Make prototypes of own designs
• Applied design
• Fabric art
• Freehand sketching
Additional Costs
$20
$20
$20
Enquiries
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
Mrs. O’Callaghan - Teacher in Charge
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The teaching of cookery processes and techniques expected in the Hospitality Industry.
Course Title
Level 2 Hospitality
Level 3 Hospitality
L2HOS
L3HOS
Open - preference given to students
with good attendance record and
work ethic
Entry 14 credits in L1HOS, or
approval from Ms. Cooke
12 credits in L2HOS, preference will
be given to students who have a good
attendance record and work ethic
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Unit Standards:
33 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
By Unit Standards:
20 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
By Unit Standards:
27 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
Content
• Safe food handling practices
• Prepare and present food
according to the hospitality industry
• Develop good food preparation
techniques
• Develop good time management
skills
• Leads to Level 1 National
Certificate in Hospitality
• Develop presentation skills
• Prepare and plan recipes
according to set criteria
• Develop presentation skills
• Prepare and plan recipes
according to set criteria
• Leads to Level 2 National
Certificate in Hospitality
Additional Costs
$20
$20
$20
Course Code
Entry
Qualification
Enquiries
Level 1 Hospitality
L1HOS
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
Ms. Cooke - Teacher in Charge
Digital Technologies is the use of digital resources to effectively find, analyse, create, communicate and
use information in a digital context. This includes the use of digital media tools, programming tools,
communication tools and software applications.
Course Title
Level 1 Digital Technologies
Level 2 Digital Technologies
Level 3 Digital Technologies*
Course Code
L1DIT
L2DIT
L3DIT
Entry
Preference will be given to students who
have completed Year 10 DIT. Competent
and confident users of a computer with
good work habits need HoLA approval
Preference for students who have achieved Preference for students who have
8 credits at L1DIT or HoLA approval
completed L2 DIT or HOLA approval
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
By Achievement Standards:
18 Credits
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
Content
• Designing appealing outcomes
• Understanding the basic concepts of
information management, e.g.
formatting documents, operating
systems, application software, file
management, ethical issues
• Produce specified digital media and
information outcomes e.g. webpages,
movies/videos, animation, sound/audio
• Using a variety of applications to create
different outcomes e.g. Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, Access, Paint.Net/GIMP,
Expression Web, Scratch/Stencyl, Lightworks
• Plan and create a game using Scratch/
Stencyl
• Development of drawing skills to create
animations
• Use briefs, planning tools, developing and
modelling conceptual designs
• Specific digital media outcomes using
Paint.Net/GIMP, HTML/CSS, animation,
web authoring application, movies/video
making, making own music in Acid Express
• Spreadsheets, databases, mail merges
(Optional)
• Make and trial prototypes by
programming
• Creating own drawings and images for
animations, webpages, movies/videos
• Discovering how to use new applications
for programming, e.g. Python
• Desktop published documents created
to meet specific requirements
• Using a variety of applications to
demonstrate the skills needed to
create outcomes fit for a purpose
• Use briefs, planning tools,
developing and modelling conceptual
designs to develop digital media
outcomes, e.g. webpages, animation,
movies/videos, using Audacity/Acid
Express to create audio/sound/music,
interactive products
• Emphasis is on own/original creations
• Desktop published documents
created to meet specific requirements
• Manipulating images to create
animations
• Programming with Python
Enquiries
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
• 3 credits externally assessed
• 17 credits internally assessed
• 4 credits externally assessed
• 16 credits internally assessed
• 4 credits externally assessed
• 14 credits internally assessed
N.B. Course Endorsement at each level.
N.B. Courses provided are subject to change
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Information and Communication Technology (ICT) are a diverse set of technological tools and resources
used to communicate, and to create, disseminate, store, and manage information. These technologies
include computers, the Internet and broadcasting technologies.
Course Title
Level 1 Computer Technology
Course Code
Year 12 Information and
Communication Technology
L1ICT
12ICT
Entry
Open. Students should be competent
and confident users of computers
with good work habits.
Preference for ICT students or
approval from HoLA. This is a two
year course.
Year 13 Information and
Communication Technology
13ICT
Must have done 12ICT
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
Level 2
Level 2
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
12 Credits internally assessed
By Unit Standards:
9 Credits internally assessed
• Basic concepts of information
management. Formatting documents,
Apple operating systems, file
management
• Use of digital tools and software
programmes
• Digital media outcomes include
basic web page design, movie
making and animation
• Introduction to camera work, still
photography and video
• Applications include iMovie,
Premiere Pro, Photoshop, iTunes,
iPhoto, iWeb and Flash
By Unit Standards:
16 Credits internally assessed
By Unit Standards:
14 Credits internally assessed
• Use spreadsheets to solve a
problem
• Use digital communications
technology
• Use technology to present a topic
• Plan a media application
• Produce schematic diagrams
• Use Internet for information
retrieval
• Manage and protect data
• Components of personal computer
systems
• Ergonomics of computer
workstations
• Use a database to solve a problem
Content
Enquiries
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
Optional Standards - can be taken in either year
By Unit Standards:
3 Credits internally assessed • Create a simple computer program
By Achievement Standards:
6 Credits internally assessed • Plan and construct an advanced computer program
Film and Electronic Media involves the study of Media Technology. The use of video and digital equipment
to acquire or strengthen skills in film and video production, script writing, computer animation, digital
imaging, sound production, and electronic media design.
Course Title
Level 1 Film and Electronic
Media
Level 2 Film and Electronic
Media
Level 3 Film and Electronic
Media*
Entry
Open. Students should have strong
computing skills and a desire to
work with a range of digital media.
8 Credits in Level 1 FEM or approval
from TiC or HoLA
8 credits in Level 2 FEM or approval
from TiC or HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
• 16 credits internally assessed
• 4 credits externally assessed
By Unit Standards:
8 Credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
21 Credits
• 17 credits internally assessed
• 4 credits externally assessed
By Unit Standards:
12 Credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
21 Credits
• 17 credits internally assessed
• 4 credits externally assessed
By Unit Standards:
6 Credits internally assessed
• Practical instruction in the use of
video and digital still cameras
• Practical instruction in the use of
digital vision mixing equipment
• Scripting, production techniques
involved in campus television shows
• Post production skills, editing and
exporting still and video media
• Manage Apple computer
environment using iMovie, iTunes,
iPhoto, Adobe Photoshop,
Premiere Pro, Flash Animation
• Practical instruction in developing
production skills in video and television
• Studio production and use of digital
video and DSLR cameras
• Scripting and interview/
documentary pre-production and
production skills
• Emphasis on working with Adobe
Premiere Pro and Photoshop in
post production of media genres
• Manage digital media including still
images, video and animations
• Construct and refine concept
development within a media genre
• Refining production skills in video
and television
• Short film and documentary
production skills highlighted
• Interview and preliminary
journalism skills
• Refine use of software with digital
media
Course Code
Content
Enquiries
L1FEM
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
L2FEM
L3FEM
Mr. Harrison - Teacher in Charge
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Design and Visual Communication focuses on product and spatial design. Ideas are researched, developed
and effectively communicated through a range of drawing techniques, 3D modelling and computer drawing
programs (CAD).
Course Title
Course Code
Level 1 Design & Visual
Communication
L1DVC
Level 2 Design & Visual
Communication
Level 3 Design & Visual
Communication*
L2DVC
L3DVC
Entry
Preference will be given to students
who have done Year 10 DVC or Art
12 Credits in L1DVC or HoLA
approval. Good attendance record
and work ethic
12 Credits in L2DVC or HoLA
approval. Good attendance record
and work ethic
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards:
22 Credits
• 6 credits externally assessed
• 16 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
20 Credits
• 7 credits externally assessed
• 13 credits internally assessed
By Achievement Standards:
18 Credits
• 6 credits externally assessed
• 12 credits internally assessed
Content
• Freehand sketching
• Instrumental drawing
• Rendering
• Research into established
designers work
• Architectural design
• Product design
• Using visual elements to present
design ideas
• Use working drawings to communicate
technical details of a design
• Develop a spatial (architectural)
design through graphics practice
• Use the characteristics of a design
movement or era to inform design ideas
• Use visual communication
techniques to generate design
ideas and present own design
• Develop a product design to meet
a specification through graphics
practice
• Produce working drawings to
produce production details in CAD
• Develop a visual presentation that
exhibits a design outcome to an
audience
• Use visual communication
techniques to generate design ideas
and present own design idea
$20 (to cover modelling materials,
foamboard etc)
$20 (to cover modelling materials,
foamboard etc)
Additional Costs
Enquiries
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
Mechanical Engineering gives students practical and theoretical skills to enable them to investigate ideas, draw concepts, be creative and develop
new technical solutions. They will learn workshop safety and also gain credits towards a National Certificate in Engineering - Level 1 & 2.
Please note: Sturdy fully enclosed footwear is to be worn in this area at all times. See page 78 for details.
Course Title
Level 1 Mechanical Engineering Level 2 Mechanical Engineering
L1MEC
L2MEC
Entry
Year 10 Materials Technology Metal or by approval from Mr. S
Subritzky or HoLA
Entry by approval from Mr. S Subritzky L2MEC or approval from
or HoLA
Mr. S Subritzky or HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 1
Also, Unit Standards towards National
Also, Unit Standards towards
National Certificate in Engineering - Certificate in Engineering - Level 2
Level 1
NCEA Level 2
Also, Unit Standards towards National
Certificate in Engineering - Level 2
By Unit Standards
24 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
• All credits externally moderated
By Unit Standards
20 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
• All credits externally moderated
By Unit Standards
26 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
• All credits externally moderated
• Workshop safety and expected
behaviour is enforced
• Correct and safe use of electric and
hand tools
• Investigation of set tasks
• Brief and design development
• Mock-ups, templates and trialling
before construction
• Practical element in workshop
• Develop a plan of action and
required resources
• Motivational certificates will be
issued for design work,
workmanship and functionality
• Workshop safety refresher and expected
behaviour is reinforced
• Performance criteria and expected
outcomes of all Unit Standards are
reviewed
• Theory content must be completed
• Assessment test upon completion of
Unit Standard
• Practical element will be workshop
based
• Evaluation of outcomes
• Motivational certificates will be issued if
criteria achieved
• Basic engineering mechanics
• Engineering installation, maintenance
and fabrication work
• Gaining knowledge of engineering
metals and materials
• Performance criteria and expected
outcomes of all Unit Standards are
reviewed
• Theory content must be completed
• Assessment test upon completion of
Unit Standard
• Practical element will be workshop based
• Introduction of L3 Achievement Standards
$35
$35
$35
Course Code
Assessment
Content
Additional Costs
Enquiries
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
Year 13 Mechanical Engineering
13MEC
Mr. S Subritzky - Teacher in Charge
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Automotive Engineering gives students the opportunity to experience practical and theoretical elements involved in the design, manufacture and
operation of motor vehicles.
Please note: Students must have appropriate dress code for health and safety reasons to complete these courses. See page 78 for details.
Course Title
Automotive Engineering
Automotive Engineering
Entry
Open entry. This is an interesting and rewarding career.
Female students most welcome.
Qualification
MITO Unit Standards Level 2
Open to students who have completed Automotive
Level 2, or by negotiation with Mr. R Subritzky.
Female students most welcome.
MITO Unit Standards Level 2/3
Assessment
26 Credits
All internally assessed and moderated by North Tec
Level 3 will be obtained under special conditions
Level 2 25 Credits
All internally assessed and moderated by North Tec
Content
Students will learn:
• How to be safe in a workshop
• How to correctly use tools and equipment safely
• All the systems relating to engine, clutch,
transmission, differential brakes, steering,
suspension, fuel and electrical
• How to maintain your vehicle
• The operation of a 2 & 4 stroke engine
• To confidently use an oxy-acetylene gas welder
• To check your vehicle for Warrant of Fitness
• Mechanical skills that could prove helpful in the
future
Students will learn:
• How to tune up an engine on a vehicle
• How to service a cooling system on a vehicle
• Electrical circuits, lights, fault finding and other
electrical components
• How to service a diesel fuel system
• To confidently use a Mig welder
• A more in depth study of brakes, steering and
suspension systems touching on large trucks
• Life skills that could prove helpful in the future
Additional Costs
$35
$35
Course Code
Enquiries
L2AUT
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
13AUT
Mr. R Subritzky - Teacher in Charge
Motor Body Trades gives students the opportunity to experience practical and theoretical workshop tasks that help promote the Trades as a viable
career option with the students.
Please note: Students must have appropriate dress code for health and safety reasons to complete these courses. See page 78 for details.
Course Title
Level 2 Motor Body Trades
Level 3 Motor Body Trades
Entry
Year 11 Mechanical Engineering or by approval from
Mr. S Subritzky or HoLA
Year 12 Motor Body Trades or by approval from
Mr. S Subritzky or HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
(Unit Standards towards Pre-Trade Apprenticeships)
NCEA Level 2/3
(Unit Standards towards Pre-Trade Apprenticeships)
Assessment
By Unit Standards
20 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
• All credits externally moderated
By Unit Standards
20 Credits
• All credits internally assessed
• All credits externally moderated
Content
• Workshop safety and expected behaviour is
paramount and enforced with all students
• Completion of all theory work is required
• Students will develop knowledge and skills to
perform a set workshop task
• Correct and safe use of specialist tools and
equipment will be covered and explained
• Assessment test upon completion of Unit Standards
• Practical content of all Unit Standards will be
workshop based
• Materials used to repair student vehicles will be
charged accordingly
• Motivational certificates will be issued if criteria
achieved
• Workshop safety and behaviour is once again
revisited and reinforced
• Student prior knowledge and understanding is
identified and developed
• Analysis of vehicle construction will equip students
with vital information
• Carry out informed decisions and adapt a plan of
action
• Assessment tests upon completion of set work
• Practical element of set tasks will be performed in
the workshop
• Evaluation of course and teacher outcomes
• Motivational Certificates will be issued if criteria
achieved
Additional Costs
$35
$35
Course Code
Enquiries
L2MBT
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
13MBT
Mr. S Subritzky - Teacher in Charge
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The Trade Skills Course gives students the opportunity to experience mainly theoretical tasks that help promote the Trades as a viable career option
with the students. Construction Skills is the development of basic building construction skills and pre-apprenticeship skills for the building industry.
Please note: Students must have appropriate dress code for health and safety reasons to complete these courses. See page 78 for details.
Course Title
Course Code
Level 2 Trade Skills Course
L2TSC
Level 2 Construction
L2COS
Approval from Mr. R Subritzky or Mr. Harrison. This
course should be selected in conjunction with L2AUT,
13AUT, L2MBT or 13MBT if a student wishes to work
toward completing the National Certificate in Motor
Industry Level 2
Open to Year 12 and 13 students subject to approval
from Teacher in Charge or HoLA
Qualification
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 2
Assessment
By Unit Standards
20 Credits
All standards internally assessed
40 Credits (BCATS Unit Standards)
• 40 internally assessed
Content
• This is a theory based course designed to develop
the core trade skills
• This course covers the compulsory unit standards in
the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Entry Skills)
Level 2
• New and emerging technologies
• Safe work habits
• Tools and workshop equipment knowledge
• Occupation areas and structures of the New Zealand
motor industry
• First Aid
• Safety in the workplace
• Use and care of hand tools
• Use and care of power tools
• Using specified fixed machinery
• Onsite and workshop safety
• Construction of basic indoor and outdoor furniture and
fences
Entry
Enquiries
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
NOTE: This course is run over two lines in the
timetable so will count as two subjects
Wood Composite Technology involves the design, planning and construction of outcomes in a combination of wood and
composite materials. CAD (Computer Aided Design) will be introduced and used as an integral part of the courses at all levels.
Please note: Students must follow health and safety rules while in the workshop. This includes fully enclosed sturdy footwear. See page 78 for details.
Course Title
Level 1 Wood Composite
Technology
Level 2 Wood Composite
Technology
Level 3 Wood Composite
Technology
Entry
Preference to students who achieved
in 10WCT with good attendance
record and work ethic
12 Credits in L1WCT or HoLA
approval. Good attendance record
and work ethic
12 Credits in L2WCT or HoLA
approval. Good attendance record
and work ethic
Qualification
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Assessment
By Achievement Standards
22 Credits
• 16 internally assessed
• 6 externally assessed
By Achievement Standards
20 Credits
• 16 internally assessed
• 4 externally assessed
By Achievement Standards
18 Credits
• 12 internally assessed
• 6 externally assessed
Content
• Develop a brief for an outcome
• Develop and trial a prototype
from a brief
• Construct a specified product (a
wave ski)
• Produce working drawings (basic)
• Planning for construction of an
outcome
• Develop, test and trial a prototype
• Construct a specified product with
advanced features
• Produce working drawings
(intermediate)
• Develop a conceptual design
considering fitness for purpose
• Develop and trial a prototype
considering fitness for purpose
• Construct, using complex methods to
integrate parts, a specified product
• Produce working drawings
(advanced)
Additional Costs
$35
$45
$55 (dependent on project)
Course Code
Enquiries
L1WCT
Ms. Paul - Head of Learning Area
L2WCT
Optional Credits (BITO Unit
Standards)
10 Credits internally assessed
L3WCT
Mr. Booth - Teacher in Charge
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Subject Choice Tips
Tip
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Ask other people how they moved on from school to
study, training or work.
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Their experiences may help you make your decisions.
YES, NO,
MAYBE?
STEPS TO MAKE AN INFORMED DECISION:
1
Check out your career implications - How can
you keep your options open?
• Work out all your current career ideas
• Check out the subject requirements
for each
• Weigh up the subjects you must do,
then the subjects that are useful.
Ability and attitude
Are you able and will
you be interested?
Balance
2
Think about your abilities - can you do well in
these subjects?
Will you have a range of options
open for future career ideas?
3
Think about your interest levels - will you have
the motivation?
Choice
4
Weigh up any differences between you
interests, abilities and career ideas.
5
Talk it over with people who know you well.
When you have made your choices, follow the
simple checklist:
Are they your own choices or have
you been swayed by others?
Do not take a subject just because your friends are
taking it or you like the teacher.
2. Tertiary provider entry requirements change regularly so
please ensure that you check their websites for the
latest information.
Careers Page 90
1.
Remember, your choices are your future
Selecting and Checking My Subjects
Read the subject descriptors in this handbook to help you complete this chart.
Visit www.careers.govt.nz - try out • Career Checker • Career Quest • Skill Matcher • Subject Matcher
What subjects do I enjoy?
What subjects do I require to meet entry
requirements of university, polytechnic, NZ
Defense Force, apprenticeships etc?
Do I have a
good chance
of success in
each of these
subjects?
Yes/No
Will I have
the
prerequisites
for these
subjects?
Yes/No
What does this subject lead to?
Study the learning area flow charts and the descriptions
of where each course leads. You need to be sure that
the course you select leads on to a full range of other
subjects.
Careers Page 91
Year 11 – What subjects do I have to take?
English and Mathematics and please consider Science or Horticulture
Year 12 – What subjects do I have to take?
English
University
Entrance
at Level 3?
Yes/No
CUT HERE
Subject Choice Sheet 2016
Student Name: .................................................. Year: ......... WG: ............ Date: ...............
Fill this in with your parents/caregivers and/or your teachers,
Whānau Group Teacher, Dean, Careers Advisor, tertiary websites, CareersNZ
information/support, and then return to your Whānau Group Teacher or school office.
When I leave Kaitaia College or another Secondary School I hope to:
Do a diploma
or certificate at
polytechnic or some
other training
Do a degree
at university or
polytechnic or
teacher training
Training will possibly
be in:
The degree will
possibly be in:
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YEAR 10 20__
Subject: 1. English 2. Mathematics 3. Science 4. Social Studies 5.PE/Health 6. Opt 1 7. Opt 2 Get a job
immediately
As a ?
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N.B. Remembering I must
take UE approved courses
1.
2.
3.
YEAR 11 20__
Level Subject
L1
English
L1
Mathematics
4.
5.
6.
N.B. Reminder Science or
Horticulture are highly recommended.
‘Gap’ year
Overseas exchange
Get a job and save
for my tertiary course
Go overseas
Don’t know
Study - Yes/No
So I must keep my
course as general
as possible
Work - Yes/No
Other ____________
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
YEAR 12 20__
Level Subject
English
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
YEAR 13 20__
Level Subject