Wanganui Girls’ College
NCEA Level 3
Subject Choice booklet
2016
Please read through the following subject information for Level 3 as you make your decisions for
study in 2016.
By completing your subject choice form this is an INDICATION of the subjects you would like to
take not a guarantee that you will be able to take them. It will be dependent on the final timetable
which will be confirmed at your appointment on Monday 7th December with your Dean. Subject
numbers also determine if a subject is viable to run.
It is very important that you consider a number of factors when deciding what subjects you wish to
take such as:
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What are your areas of interest for when you leave school?
Are the subjects appropriate for entry requirements for the course you wish to study when
you leave school?
If you don’t know what you want to do when you leave school, have you chosen a broad
selection of subjects?
Have you meet university requirements? (see below)
Talk with your parents, your ASTRA teacher and your Dean if you need help to decide and make the
subject choices that are right for YOU!
To gain NCEA Level 3
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All Year 13 students are expected to take six subjects. It is recommended that either English
or Te Reo Māori should be included
Students need to gain a total of 80 credits. A minimum of 60 credits must be at level 3 and
the other 20 credits at level 2 or above
To gain University Entrance (UE)
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Achievement of NCEA Level 3
14 credits in each of three subjects from the list of approved subjects
The remaining credits to achieve NCEA Level 3 may come from either achievement or unit
standards
UE numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or higher from specified achievement standards or three
specific numeracy unit standards
UE literacy – 10 credits (five in reading and five in writing) from:
 Specific Level 2 and higher achievement standards, or
 Specific Te Reo Māori and Te Reo Rangatira Level 2 standards, or
 Two specific Level 4 English for academic purposes unit standards
English
English in school increases students’ abilities to understand English language and to use it
effectively. Confident users of English will be effective readers and communicators. Skill and
knowledge development in English is focused initially on learning to read and write correctly and
appropriately. This leads to thinking critically, processing information and exploring language
through a wide range of relevant texts.
English Level 3 (13ENG)
Course Description:
Course Prerequisite:
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
This course may include extended writing, the study of moving text, literature
studies, language or literature research, creating a visual essay and an oral
presentation.
Students should have gained at least 12 credits at Level 2 and passed at least 1
external achievement standard. Students must have gained the Level 2 credits
required for university entry. I
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
up to 24 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both internal and
externally assessed components.
Pathways:
Tertiary study, all vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Arts, law, journalism, communication studies. All vocational pathways.
Costs:
No related subject fees
Further Information:
Mrs Cox
Employment Skills Level 3 (13EMP)
This course is not suitable for endorsement
This course offers students the opportunity to gain practical computing and
Course Description:
communication skills as well as learning about metacognition. It is designed to
provide a variety of standards that can be added to the student’s CV to help
when applying for employment.
Assessment:
All work is internally assessed. The work is modular and students are
encouraged to work independently.
Course Prerequisite:
Students must contact Miss Conley or Mrs Ward to apply for this course.
Students cannot be taking 13 DGT.
Pathways:
Possible Careers.
Employment opportunities in a variety of fields.
Varied.
Costs:
No related subject fees
Further Information:
Mrs Ward.
Mathematics
It is important students retain their mathematical and problem solving skills as part of being lifelong
learners. It will contribute to their social and employment environments. Opportunities are provided
for students to improve numeracy skills by gaining credits at Level 3.
Mathematics with Calculus Level 3 (13MAC)
Course Description:
Course Prerequisite:
Assessment:
Pathways:
Possible Careers:
Costs
Further information:
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
The course involves the study of differentiation, integration, trigonometry and
complex numbers.
Students must have sat Standard 91261 Algebra and gained at least 10 credits
at Mathematics Level 2 or at the discretion of the HOD.
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 21 credits towards the NCEA Level 3. The course has both
internally and externally assessed components.
University study. All vocational pathways
Engineer, economist, actuary, architect, scientist, meteorologist
A graphics calculator (approximately $95) is highly recommended.
Mrs Friedel
Statistics and Modelling Level 3 (13MAS)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
The course covers time series and bivariate data investigations, linear
programming, confidence intervals, probability concepts and distributions.
Course Prerequisite:
Students must have gained at least 6 credits at Mathematics Level 2 or at the
discretion of the HOD.
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 23 credits towards the NCEA Level 3. The course has both
internally and externally assessed components.
University study. All vocational pathways
Market researcher, statistician, systems analyst
A graphics calculator (approximately $95) is highly recommended.
Mrs Friedel
Assessment:
Pathways:
Possible Careers:
Costs
Further information:
Science
Science is about investigating, understanding and explaining the natural world. In science subjects,
students learn about the natural world and how science can help to explain how it works. The study
of science will assist students to make informed decisions about the application and implications of
science in everyday life.
Biology Level 3 (13BIO)
Course Description:
Course Prerequisite:
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Students will study animal behaviour and plant responses: human biological and
cultural evolution; contemporary biological issues; biotechnology; homeostasis.
Students must have passed at least two externals in Level 2 Biology. or by
negotiation with the Head of Department.
Assessment:
The course has both internal and externally assessed components.
Pathways:
Tertiary courses in biology; biochemistry; psychology; nursing. Primary and
social and community,
Possible Careers:
Nursing, veterinary science, veterinary nursing, medicine, physical education,
sports science, childcare, teaching
Costs:
$25 for a course workbook, approx. $30 for zoo field trip and $20 in term 3 for a
revision book.
Further information:
Mr Grierson or Mrs Musa
Chemistry Level 3 (13CHE)
Course Description:
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Assessment:
Learn more about chemistry as it relates to everyday life. You will find out how
things work, see the science, get ideas for experiments and catch the exciting
career opportunities. The following topics are studied:
Atomic structure, bonding and related properties; Inorganic chemistry;
Energetics of chemical and physical processes;
Equilibrium; Oxidation - reduction reactions; Organic chemistry; Spectroscopic
analysis.
The course has both internal and externally assessed components.
Course Prerequisite:
12 credits or more in Level 2 Chemistry
Pathways:
Tertiary course, university or polytechnic courses. Analytical Chemist, Engineer,
health Care, Clinical Laboratory Management, Forensics, pharmacologist,
Research Chemist, Medicine Toxicologist, Product Development. Primary,
construction and infrastructure, manufacturing and technology, social and
community, service and creative vocational pathways
Possible Careers:
Science, medicine, veterinary science, technician, engineer.
Costs:
Approx $25 for one course workbook (CD included) required at the beginning of
the year. 1B8 and 2 B8 exercise book
Further information:
Dr Desai
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Physics Level 3 (13PHY)
Course Description:
The course of study consists of four compulsory sections in mechanics, wave
motion, electro magnetism, photons, atoms and nuclei and one practical
investigation which individual students design and carry out themselves.
Assessment:
The course has both internal and externally assessed components.
Course Prerequisite:
Satisfactory completion of Level 2 Physics and Transactional writing in NCEA
Level 2 English, or by negotiation with Head of Department
Pathways:
University or Polytechnic course in physics, engineering, medicine, optometry,
architecture and defence force careers. Primary, construction and infrastructure,
manufacturing and technology and social and community vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
As mentioned above
Costs:
$15 in term 3 for revision book. The class also go on an overnight trip to
Rainbows End in Auckland to study the physics of the fun park. The cost of
this is approximately $60 to $80.
Further information:
Mr Grierson
Social Sciences
Social Sciences provide students with an understanding of the society they live in, its past, present
and future. Students can study Accounting, Geography, History, Economics, Media Studies,
Psychology and/or Tourism.
Accounting Level 3 (13ACC)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
Students study accounting skills in greater depth and employ techniques to
process and analyse accounting systems of business entities, including
partnerships.
Course Prerequisite:
Successful completion of Level 2 accounting.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 24 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both
internal and externally assessed components.
Pathways:
University and polytechnic courses. Service and creative vocational
pathways.
Possible careers:
Accountancy, business management and/or administration, finance.
Costs:
Approximately $60 for write-on workbooks and stationery.
Further Information:
Mr Mokha
Economics Level 3 (13ECO)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
Students will understand the world around them and how the allocation of
resources has implications, both at micro and macro Level. Economic theory
and analysis are studied. Opportunities will be provided for research and
economic analysis of contemporary issues.
Course Prerequisite:
12 credits in economics or mathematics at Level 2.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 24 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both
internal and externally assessed components.
Pathways:
University or polytechnic courses. Primary, service and creative vocational
pathways
Costs:
Approximately $60 for write-on workbooks and stationery.
Possible Careers
Commercial leadership, policy analyst, journalism, economist
Further Information:
Mr Mokha
Geography Level 3 (13GEO)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
The course looks closely at geographic processes operating in a distinctive
environment (Tongariro), a cultural process operating in a selected
environment (ie. Tourism in NZ or the Gold Coast, Australia) and geographic
skills.
Course Prerequisite:
Success in geography at NCEA Level 2 is desirable but not essential.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 24 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both
internal (14) and externally assessed components (8 – 12).
Pathways:
University or polytechnic course. Primary, construction and infrastructure,
service and creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers
Resource management, town planning, geology, agriculture, teacher
Costs:
Students participate in a field trip to Tongariro during the year (cost $60).
Course workbooks ($20) can be purchased.
Further Information:
Mr O’Hara
History Level 3 (13HIS)
Course Description:
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Study in social, economic, political trends in world history. 1950s and 1960s,
Conservative USA versus the progressive New left, The Cold war, capitalism
and materials versus communism, the ‘counter culture’, rise of the student
revolutionaries
Course Prerequisite:
The course may be undertaken for the first time at Level 3 with a satisfactory
level attained at Level 2 English (including formal writing). Home internet
access highly desirable.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 24 credits towards the NCEA Level 3. The course has both
internal and externally assessed components.
Pathways:
Tertiary studies. Service and creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Any career that requires research, organisation of information and
communication (written, visual and verbal) e.g. Law, journalism, researcher,
teacher, P.A, public relations, media, museum curator
Cost:
$2.50 printing/photocopying charge
Further Information:
Mr Davis
Media Studies Level 3 (13MED)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
This course further develops the study of media – particularly film. The
conventions of different media, how they have changed over time and their
impact on us as media consumers are covered in depth. Using this knowledge,
students plan and produce their own documentary film or feature article.
Course Prerequisite:
Students should have gained at least 12 credits at Level 2 English including
one of the Level 2 writing standards –91101 and/or 91105, or NCEA Level 2
media studies. Students must have gained the eight Level 2 English credits
required for university entry.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 24 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both
internal and externally assessed components.
Pathways:
Tertiary studies. Service and creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Journalism, broadcasting
Cost:
$5 colour printing/photocopying charge
Further Information:
Mrs Cox
Tourism Level 3 (13TOU)
This course is not suitable for endorsement
This is not an approved subject for UE but credits can be counted for
NCEA Level 3
Course Description:
This course covers the material necessary for completion of the requirements
of the National Certificate in Tourism (Introductory Skills) Level 2 for those
who studied Level 2 Tourism. It covers in depth New Zealand, Australia and
the Pacific Islands as tourist destinations.
Course Prerequisite:
Completion of Level 2 tourism or evidence of a satisfactory year’s work at
Level 2.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 24 credits toward NCEA Level 3. The course is assessed
internally only.
Pathways:
Tertiary tourism studies at polytechnic or private training establishments.
Service and social and community vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Employment in the tourism sector
Costs:
A field trip is planned to Rotorua (approximate cost $300) but this is optional.
Further Information:
Mr O’Hara, Mrs Morton.
Health and Physical Education
Students have the choice of undertaking one of two physical education courses in the senior school.
Skills Active is a course for students who enjoy the hands on practical nature of participating in
physical education. Level 3 Physical Education entails more theoritical components with the
application of theory to practical tasks.
Please note: Students cannot take both courses unless there are special circumstances and subject to
permission from the HOD.
Level 3 Physical Education (PED3)
Course Description:
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
This is an approved university subject. This course focuses on students
applying the theoretical knowledge they have learned in previous levels into
more practical contexts. For example; term one students will design their own
performance improvement programme to a challenging multisport event. They
will investigate current issues, trends, or sporting events and the impact it has
on NZ society. For example; scandals in sport, money in sport, drugs in sport,
violence in sport, gender inequalities in sport etc.
They will analyse a skill performed by self or others and help them improve by
using their knowledge of biomechanics, anatomy and video analysis apps on
our school iPads own devices.
There may also be an opportunity for students to complete a standard that
focuses on contemporary leadership styles in the context of coaching a junior
class or local primary school.
Students will also get a chance to enjoy recreational and fun practical sessions
throughout the year.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 19 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course is internally
assessed only. Scholarship PE will also be offered to students who endorse the
course with excellence.
Course Prerequisite:
Level 2 physical education or 12 credits in Level 2 English or science or by
negotiation with the HOD (student who displays excellence work ethic).
Pathways:
University or polytechnic courses e.g. Bachelor of Exercise Science, Exercise
prescription, National Diploma in Sport and Leisure, National diploma in
Recreation etc. Social and community, service and creative vocational
pathways.
Possible careers:
Exercise science, physiology, sports nutrition, recreational studies, educational
pathways such as physical education and personal trainer,
Costs:
There is no cost to this course.
It is highly recommended if students have a smartphone or apple device to
download the apps – ‘map my run’ (free), ‘heart rate’ (free) and ‘ubersense’
(free) in order to provide video analysis of their performance.
Further information:
Miss Sue
Level 3 Skills Active (SKL3)
This course is not suitable for subject endorsement but is
suitable for level endorsement
This is not an approved subject for UE
Course Description
Level 3 Skills Active is a mixture of practical and theory based standards. This
course will continue to develop key skills and concepts learned in Level 2 Skills
Active. Students will be assessed on their performance in an aquathon event at the
beginning of the year. Students will also explore more in-depth specific muscle
groups in relation to exercises. Students will spend the majority of this course in
the fitness centre working on technique and understanding exercise/fitness
equipment (resistance training).
Course Prerequisite:
Level 2 Skills Active, Level 2 Physical Education or by negotiation with the
HOD.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
up to 20 credits towards NCEA Level 3. This course is internally assessed only.
Pathways:
Tertiary studies in sport and recreation. Social and community, service and
creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Employment in health, fitness and nutrition industries.
Costs/Equipment
Decent sports shoes and sports attire to workout in. Sweat towel
It is recommended if students have a smartphone or apple device to download the
apps – ‘Ubersense (free) in order to provide video analysis of their performance.
Further Information:
Miss Sue
Technology
Technology includes four subjects; Digital Technologies, Fashion and Design, Food and Hospitality
and Design and Visual Communication. Students are encouraged to take no more then two
technology subjects.
Digital Technologies Level 3 (13DGT)
This course may be suitable for endorsement
This may be an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
This programme focuses on equipping students with the complex computer skills
necessary to research, plan and develop ICT products in response to selected
issues within their local environment. This involves the application of
technological knowledge, an understanding of computer software, publishing and
product development.
Course Prerequisite:
An interest in computer publishing and success in a Level 2 technology course.
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
up to 20 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course may have both internally and
externally assessed components.
Pathways:
Tertiary courses in computing, graphic design, publishing. Manufacturing and
technology, social and community, service and creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Desktop publishing, advertising, graphic design.
Costs:
You will be required to pay for all your own printing.
Further Information:
Ms Conley
Fashion And Design Level 3 (13FAD)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
Student assignments focus on designing and constructing innovative fashion
garments and/or textile products for authentic clients. Students learn advanced
skills in research, planning, design, fashion drawing pattern drafting and
complex construction.
Course Prerequisite:
Level 2 Fashion and Design or Art or Graphics, or in consultation with Mrs
Evans.
Assessment:
Successful completion of standards associated with this course will contribute
up to 22 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both internally and
externally assessed components.
Pathways:
Fashion and Design courses at tertiary Level. Manufacturing and technology and
creative vocational pathways.
Costs:
$15 consumables plus materials used in design choice.
Possible Careers:
Opportunities exist within the areas of fashion design, the textiles industry and
interior design.
Further information:
Mrs Evans
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Design and Visual Communication Level 3 (13DVC)
Course Description:
This course will extend skills acquired at Level 2 in the development of more
specialised graphics knowledge. Students will continue to utilise a range of
graphic equipment and apply the use of colour and techniques along with
computer graphics to enhance project work.
Course Prerequisite:
A satisfactory year in Level 2 Graphics.
Assessment:
Successful completion of standards associated with this course will contribute up
to 24 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both internally and
externally assessed components.
Pathways:
Tertiary study courses in graphic design, architecture and industrial design.
Manufacturing and technology, service and creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers.
Opportunities exist within the areas of architecture, interior design, landscape
design, product design, computer graphics and advertising.
Costs
$10 Paper fee
Further Information: Mrs Drakefield
Food And Hospitality Level 3 (13FAH)
This course is NOT suitable for endorsement
This is NOT an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
Students will study nutrition and food preparation. They will learn about hazards
and how to control them in a catering environment. Students will learn about
different culinary terms, methods and cooking styles. They will be encouraged to
use their new skills during their practical sessions. The main project for the year
will focus on preserving, chutneys and jams and creating a product for an end
user. Throughout the course students will gain an understanding of nutrition, diet
and menu planning in a commercial situation.
Course Prerequisite
Food safety certificate 167. If a student does not have this certificate they will be
expected to complete Food Safety 167 out of class and meet with the TIC.
Cookery and an interest in the hospitality industry.
Assessment:
Successful completion of standards associated with this course will contribute up
to 20 unit standard credits at Level 3. The course is internally assessed with a high
level of practical assessment.
Pathways:
Tertiary studies. Social and community and service vocational pathways.
Costs:
$105 subject fee to cover ingredients used.
Possible Careers:
Opportunities exist within the areas of food service, catering and hospitality
Further Information: Ms Barbezat
Design Level 3 (13DGN)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description
This is essentially a student directed and teacher supervised course. Students will
focus on visual communication for marketing or on illustration for those with
strength in drawing, text and image combination and manipulation. Students will
be required to use drawing as the primary means of expression to generate,
develop and resolve design problems. The first half of the year provides
foundation studies to enable students to become conversant with the process and
techniques required to produce a successful submission for the external
assessment.
Assessment:
Successful completion of this course in the first half of the year will contribute up
to 10 credits towards NCEA Level 3. If a student gains a Merit or better average,
they will be encouraged to spend the second half of the year producing work for a
three panel folder or attempt other standards which will enable them to gain 14 or
16 credits in the Arts domain for entry into University. Standards are internally
and externally assessed.
Satisfactory completion of the Level 2 Art - Design course
Course Prerequisite:
Pathways:
Design courses, university, UCOL, art school. Manufacturing and technology,
service and creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Designer, cartoonist, art teacher, stage designer, architect, printmaker, industrial
design, illustrator, film studies, graphic artist
Costs:
$30 materials fee, payable at the start of the course.
Further Information:
Mrs Drakefield
Visual and Performing Arts
Arts Education can help to develop a sense of achievement and personal worth. It provides students
with knowledge that the Arts meet their needs and enables them to participate effectively in the
cultural and artistic life of their community
Dance Level 3 (13DAN)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
This course is mainly practical and is very rewarding as it is designed to extend
student’s performance, choreographic and leadership skills, allowing them to
produce a dance from a starting point and follow it through to the presentation on
stage. The students are also given the opportunity to learn and perform a variety
of highly skilled dances for assessment purposes. Students will take part in a
dance showcase evening giving them numerous opportunities to perform. The
course serves as preparation for those students who wish to take
dance/performing arts further and requires a high level of self-motivation,
leadership and application of skill.
Course Prerequisite:
12 credits or more in Level 2 Dance or HOD approval
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
18 to 26 credits towards NCEA Level 3. This course qualifies as a University
Entrance subject. The course has both internal and externally assessed
components.
Pathways:
Tertiary Course. Creative vocational pathways.
Possible careers:
Teaching, fitness instructor, performing arts, dancer, entertainer, choreographer,
children’s entertainer, event manager, critic, reporter
Costs:
No related subject fees but it is expected that students will take part in the Dance
NZ Made workshops/competition = $30. There will also be an opportunity to see
a professional dance company perform which is optional. Approximately $30
Further Information:
Ms Pond
Drama Level 3 (13DRA)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
Drama is about performing and performance techniques. The course will deepen
a student’s understanding of theatre performance. It is an extension of Level 2
Drama and includes a full scripted drama for performance. Devising drama,
demonstrating knowledge of a drama/theatre for a period (through a practical
presentation), and performing acting roles are all part of the course. Participation
in cultural activities outside of the classroom would be of value. Student
workbooks are essential to the completion of the course.
Course Prerequisite:
12 credits or more in Level 2 Drama or at the HOD’s discretion
Assessment:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
18 internal credits and up to 8 external credits. These are spread over six assessed
components.
Pathways:
Tertiary Performing Arts courses, Toi Whakaari, Weltec, Whiteria, University
Arts courses. Service and creative vocational pathways.
Possible careers:
Drama is about developing creative skills and communication. It is a creative
activity and as such has value outside of identified careers. TV and radio
broadcasting; acting in film or stage; youth or community worker: personnel
manager, marketing manager, performing arts management, teacher, director,
producer and drama coach or therapist; critic; playwright, writer; entertainer;
reporter
Costs:
$5 script printing. Students have to see a live theatre performance for the external
examinations. There will be a cost depending upon the performance but can
range in price from $5 to $40.
Further Information:
Mr Collins
Painting Level 3 (13PTG)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
This is essentially a student directed and teacher supervised course. In the first
half of the year, this course aims to develop an awareness of alternative
approaches to drawing and painting. The emphasis is on contemporary work and
students are encouraged to visit public and dealer galleries.
Assessment:
Successful completion of this course in the first half of the year will contribute
up to 12 credits towards NCEA Level 3. If a student gains a Merit or better
average, they will be encouraged to spend the second half of the year producing
work for a three panel folder or attempt other standards which will enable them
to gain 14 or 16 credits in the Arts domain for entry into University. Standards
are internally and externally assessed.
Course Prerequisite:
Satisfactory completion of Level 2 Art - Painting
Pathways:
University art school, polytechnic, teacher, artist, stage designer or other tertiary
courses, film school, design school. Creative vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Teacher, painter, cartoonist, art teacher, artist, stage designer, architect,
printmaker, illustrator, film studies, graphic artist, conservation of art
Costs:
$35 materials fee, payable at the start of the course.
Further information:
Mr Haggie
Photography Level 3 (13PHO)
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Course Description:
Level 3 NCEA Photography is a one year course where students will cover
practical and technical skills in digital photography, to develop and extend ideas
towards a folio. It is essentially a student directed and teacher supervised course.
The first term contains practical assignments. During the second term students
extend and refine their camera handling and picture making skills.
Assessment
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
up to 24-30 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course has both internal and
externally assessed components. If students gain a Merit or better average in
assessments worth 8 credits in the first half of the year, they will be encouraged to
complete a three panel folder to gain a further 14 credits towards NCEA Level 3
and entry into university. Scholarship can be attempted.
Course Prerequisite:
12 credits in Level 2 Art or HOD approval and a 6 megapixel plus digital
camera – this is essential BEFORE the course commences.
Pathways:
University, art school, polytechnic, other tertiary courses. Service and creative
vocational pathways.
Possible Careers:
Portrait photographer, forensic photographer, teacher
Costs:
$125 of which $45 for materials payable at start of course.
Further information:
Mr O’Hara
Languages
For students coming in from other language backgrounds, individual ESOL assistance is provided
through mainstream classes and the ESOL subject line.
Māori Level 3 (13MAO)
Course Description:
Course Prerequisite:
Assessment:
Pathways:
Possible Careers:
Costs:
Further information:
French Level 3
(13FRE)
Course Description:
Assessment:
Course Prerequisite:
Pathways:
Possible Careers.
Costs:
Further Information:
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
Māori language at this level requires a great deal of commitment and effort. The
rewards, however, are many as we investigate further the qualities of te reo,
tikanga, mana, ihi, wehi, tapu, kia ora tatou.
Satisfactory completion of NCEA level 2 Māori
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
up to 24 credits towards the NCEA level 3. The course has both internal and
externally assessed components.
Tertiary study, Raukawa Whare Wananga, government agencies, primary, social
and community, service and creative vocational pathways.
Government, administration, teaching, translator
No related subject costs
Mrs Cox or Mrs Hogan
This course is suitable for endorsement
This is an approved subject for UE
This course builds on the base created in the NCEA Level 2 French course and
aims to develop students’ communication skills in written, aural and spoken
French.
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will
contribute up to 20 credits towards NCEA Level 3. The course is internally and
externally assessed. Written, comprehension, aural and oral skills are
assessed.
Level 2 French.
Tertiary study, government agencies, primary, social and community, service
and creative vocational pathways.
Tourism industry, teaching, business, diplomatic service, translator
No related subject fees
Mrs Cox
Learning Centre
This course is not suitable for endorsement
This is not an approved subject for UE
This course offers students the opportunity to experience work in real situations.
The school component focuses on all aspects of employment. This will include
Health and Safety, Legal requirements, Communication skills as well as giving the
student the edge in the competitive employment environment. It also enables
students to experience future career options (whenever practicable) in similar or
related industries.
At this Level, the programme builds on the Year 12 foundation and adds in more
legal and life experience skills to provide the student with a well rounded
employment education. This is a NCEA Level 3 based course.
Gateway Level 3 (13GAT)
Course Description:
Assessment:
Costs:
Successful completion of all standards associated with this course will contribute
up to 20 credits towards NCEA Level Three. Gateway is internally assessed with
one compulsory three day course. Additional credits towards NCEA Level 3 are
available through some work placements.
Students must contact Mrs Jacobs or Mrs Ward to apply for this course. Students
must be committed to a one day work placement per week. It is the student’s
responsibility to catch up on work missed due to their placement. This programme
is a Tertiary Education Commission initiative. It is a directed option due to limited
placements available.
Primary, social and community and service vocational pathways.
Wide and varied as this course offers experience in a variety of different
occupations.
No related subject costs
Further Information:
Mrs Jacobs and Mrs Ward.
Course Prerequisite:
Pathways:
Possible Careers.
Childcare and Education Level 3
This course is not suitable for endorsement
(13CED)
This course offers students the opportunity to learn both theoretical and practical
Course Description:
skills when dealing with children. It is using the PORSE materials and works
towards and additional qualification. This course would be suitable for any
student who may be dealing with children in the future from being a nanny
through to coaching teams for small children.
Assessment:
All work is in modules and has written booklets that will be completed under the
supervision of the teacher. It is all internally assessed. There are a maximum of
22 credits available at level three for this subject.
Students must contact Mrs Ward to apply for this course. Student must also be
Course Prerequisite:
taking Gateway as another subject and be looking at being placed in the social and
community vocational pathways.
Pathways:
Nanny Internship, National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care
(Level 3).
Possible Careers.
Nanny, Childcare worker, Kindergarten teacher, Primary teacher, After school
carer, Sports coach for “littlies”
Costs:
No related subject fees
Further Information:
Mrs Ward.