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FAHS - FEILDING HIGH
SCHOOL
2020
Year 13 Course InformationCONTENTS
4. Course Planning
5. Selecting your course
6. 2020 Academic Curriculum
8. NZQA – NCEA Certificates and Endorsement
9. University Entrance
10. Scholarship
11. Vocational Pathways Award
12. Accessing your qualifications, entries and results
13. Subject information
2019 YEAR 13 COURSES
14. 13ACC 13 Accounting
15. 13AGBU 13 Agribusiness
16. 13AGHRT 13 Agriculture – Horticulture
17. 13ARD 13 Art Design
18. 13ARP 13 Art Painting
19. 13BIO 13 Biology
20. 13BUI 13 Building
21. 13CHE 13 Chemistry
22. 13DVC 13 Design and Visual Communication
23. 13DTE 13 Digital Technology
24. 13DRA 13 Drama
25. 13ECO 13 Economics
26. 13TEN 13 Engineering
27. 13ENG 13 English
28. 13ENS 13 English Studies
29. 13ELL 13 English Language Learning
30. 13FNU 13 Food and Nutrition
31. 13FRE 13 French
32. 13FFS 13 Fitness for Sport
33. 13GAT 13 Gateway
34. 13GEO 13 Geography
35. 13HRS 13 Health Related Studies
36. 13HIS 13 History
37 13HOS 13 Hospitality
38. 13JPN 13 Japanese
39. 13MAT 13 Mathematics
40. 13CAL 13 Mathematics - Calculus
41. 13STA 13 Mathematics - Statistics
42. 13MED 13 Media Studies
43. 13MUS 13 Music
44. 13MUI 13 Music Industry
45. 13ODL 13 Outdoor Leadership
46. 13PHY 13 Physics
47. 13PHO 13 Photography
48. 13PSY 13 Psychology
249. 13SSS 13 Senior Social Studies
50. 13SPC 13 South Pacific Educational Courses
51. 13SPS 13 Sport Science
52. 13MAO 13 Te Reo Māori
53. 13TTE 13 Technology Textiles
54. 13TOU 13 Tourism
55. 13TRA 13 Transition
A full year USkills course is also offered in addition to five subjects at school. See Mr Frost,
Miss Johanson or Ms MacKenzie for further detail and application procedures.
3COURSE PLANNING
The following information has been prepared to help you select your Year 13 course for next
year.
FORWARD PLANNING IS ESSENTIAL
You must carefully plan for your Year 13 courses and from there to universities, tertiary providers,
courses and jobs you may want once you leave school.
For information and guidance, make contact with:
Careers Advisors
Deans
University liaison officers
The following people in school can be of help:
Careers Advisors Ms MacKenzie / Miss Johanson
Your 2018 Y12 Deans Mr Haronga / Mrs Lawton
Other senior Deans Miss Liddy (Y13) / Mr Frost (Y11)
Your teachers
Remember: Your applications for further study and halls of residence use your Year 12 results and
reports.
4SELECTING YOUR SUBJECT CHOICES
Year 13 students have 5 classes plus 1 class of supervised study. Your course selection will be
made in school in Week 5, Term 3. Faculty Leaders will talk with you about your subject
choices before entry is made.
Please ensure you have read the information in this booklet and possibly the Year 12 course
booklet, about subjects you are interested in taking. Discuss your choices with your parents
/ caregivers.
We will try to fulfil the wishes of students and their parents / caregivers in selecting courses,
but the school reserves the right to limit or modify classes according to:
- the ability and needs of the student
- available staffing, resources and timetable restrictions.
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
Supported students will have programmes tailored to their
specific needs. Deans and staff involved with these students will
help plan their individual programmes. Please make contact with
the appropriate staff if you would like to discuss your ideas.
COURSE CONFIRMATION
Your course will be confirmed at re-enrolment Tuesday 21st January 2020, between 10am and
2pm in the Library.
Your acceptance into a subject for 2020 will depend on your 2019 NCEA results.
FAHS - FEILDING HIGH SCHOOL RECORD OF ACHIEVEMENT
All students should set their sights on gaining a good FAHS – Feilding High School Record of
Achievement in their final year at school. This document summarises courses studied, profiles
the student’s skills, work habits and achievements, and comments on personal attributes and
attendance.
52020 ACADEMIC CURRICULUM
KEY: Underlined - Compulsory Subject;
# - Approved Subject for UE; * - Scholarship Examination available
YEAR 9 YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13
ARTS
Art Art Visual Arts Art Painting Art Painting*#
Art Design Art Design*#
Photography Photography*#
Drama Drama Drama Drama Drama*#
Music Music Music Music Music*#
Music Industry Music Industry Music Industry
LANGUAGES
English English English English English*#
English Studies English Studies English Studies #
English Skills English Skills
English Language Learning English Language Learning
Media Studies Media Studies Media Studies Media Studies*#
French Introduction
French Extension French French French French*#
Japanese Introduction
Japanese Extension Japanese Japanese Japanese Japanese*#
Te Reo Māori
Introduction
Te Reo Māori (Full Year) Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori Te Reo Māori*#
Maori Performance Tikanga Māori
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Calculus*#
Mathematics Studies Mathematics Studies Statistics*#
Mathematics Skills Mathematics Skills Mathematics #
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education & Physical Education Fitness for Sport
Health Health Health
Health Related Studies Health Related Studies #
Sport Performance Sport Performance
- Basketball & Netball
- - Basketball & Netball Sport Science Sport Science Sport Science*#
- Football & Hockey- - Football & Hockey
- Rugby - - Rugby Outdoor Adventure Outdoor Leadership
Worksmart
62020 ACADEMIC CURRICULUM continued …
YEAR 9 YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13
SCIENCE
Science Science Science Science
Science Studies Biology Biology*#
Science Skills Chemistry Chemistry*#
Physics Physics*#
ChemBioPhysics
Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture-Horticulture*#
Horticulture Horticulture Horticulture Horticulture
Agribusiness*#
Primary Industries Primary Industries
Land Skills
SOCIAL SCIENCE
Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies*#
Geography Geography Geography*#
History History History*#
Tourism Tourism
Psychology Psychology
Commerce Commerce Business Studies Business Studies
Accounting Accounting Accounting*#
Economics Economics Economics*#
Life Skills
TECHNOLOGY
Digital Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology*#
Food Technology Food Technology Food Technology Food and Nutrition Food and Nutrition*#
Hospitality Hospitality
Textiles Technology Textiles Technology Textiles Technology Textiles Technology Textiles Technology#
Design and Visual Design and Visual Design and Visual Design and Visual Design and Visual
Communication Communication Communication Communication Communication *#
Hard Materials Technology Hard Materials Hard Materials Building Building
Technology Technology
Technology Engineering Technology Engineering#
VOCATIONAL PROGRAMMES
USkills USkills
Gateway Gateway
SPEC SPEC SPEC
Transition Transition Transition
7NZQA QUALIFICATIONS AND AWARDS
We offer a range of NZQA qualifications: NCEA Certificates at Levels 1, 2 and 3, and University
Entrance, as well as a number of National Certificates in specific subject areas: Cookery, Coffee
Appreciation, Building, Primary Industries, Travel and Tourism. Many of our subjects (especially at
Year 12) offer credits towards the Vocational Pathways Certificates at Level 2.
Scholarship is also available in most Year 13 courses.
NCEA CERTIFICATES
NCEA Level 1 Certificate
80 credits at Level 1 or higher
Must include:
- Level 1 Literacy - 10 literacy credits (English, Te Reo or specific standards in other subjects)
- Level 1 Numeracy - 10 numeracy (Mathematics or specific standards in other subjects)
NCEA Level 2 Certificate
80 credits 60 at Level 2 or higher
20 may be at Level 1
Students must have met the Level 1 Literacy and Level 1 Numeracy requirements
NCEA Level 3 Certificate
80 credits 60 at Level 3 or higher
20 may be at Level 2
Students must have met the Level 1 Literacy and Level 1 Numeracy requirements
ENDORSEMENT
Certificate Endorsement
Level 1, 2 and 3 NCEA Certificates may be endorsed ‘With Merit’ or ‘With Excellence’.
‘With Merit’ endorsement requires 50 credits at Merit or higher at the level of that certificate
or higher.
‘With Excellence’ endorsement requires 50 credits at Excellence at the level of that
certificate or higher.
Subject Endorsement
Subject endorsement also applies to each subject at all year levels.
To gain a Merit endorsement for a subject, you must gain 14 credits at Merit or higher in that
subject in the same year, and at least 3 credits must come from internal assessment and 3
credits from external assessment.
To gain an Excellence endorsement for a subject, you must gain 14 credits at Excellence in
that subject in the same year, and at least 3 credits must come from internal assessment and
3 credits from external assessment.
8UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE
To be awarded a University Entrance qualification, you must have achieved all of the following:
NCEA Level 3 Certificate
14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved subjects (see table below)
UE numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or higher from specific achievement standards across a
range of subjects, or all three specific numeracy unit standards
UE literacy - 10 credits (five in reading and five in writing) at Level 2 or higher from specific
standards.
To be enrolled in a university you must meet their entry requirements
Universities are now setting - their own entry requirements
- their own Literacy requirements
Some courses may - have specific subject prerequisites i.e. specific Y13 courses
- require specific standards
- have higher entry requirements such as a greater number of Merit
and Excellence grades
- be selective and choose the highest achieving students
For more information, contact Careers Advisors
Deans
University Liaison Officers
APPROVED SUBJECTS FOR UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE
Courses that are offered at FAHS - Feilding High School and are APPROVED
SUBJECTS for University Entrance
Please note:
- a combination of the Sciences (BIO, CHE, PHY) may provide an additional Approved subject Science
- a combination of the Mathematics (CAL, MAT, STA) may provide an additional Approved subject Mathematics
- a combination of the Technology (DTE, DVC, FTE, TTE) may provide an additional Approved subject Technology
Accounting ACC French FRE Physics PHY
Agriculture/Horticulture AGBU AGHRT Geography GEO Psychology PSY
Art Painting ARP Hard Materials Technology Social Studies SSS
Art Design ARD History HIS Statistics STA
Biology BIO Home Economics FNU Te Reo Maori MAO
Calculus CAL Japanese JPN Textiles Technology TTE
Chemistry CHE Mathematics MAT
Drama DRA Media Studies MED
Design and Visual Communication DVC Music Studies MUS
Digital Technology DTE Photography PHO
Economics ECO Physical Education SPS
English ENG ENS
9SCHOLARSHIP
Assessed in an extra exam for each subject, other than for Sport Science (a report is required)
and for those for which an extra portfolio is submitted
Only one portfolio may be submitted in Practical Art or in Technology
Scholarship Food and Nutrition is available as Scholarship Physical Education
Table 2: SCHOLARSHIP SUBJECTS
SCHOLARSHIP SUBJECTS offered at FAHS – Feilding High School
Accounting ACC Music Studies MUS
Agriculture AGSC Physical Education SPS FNU
Biology BIO Physics PHY
Calculus CAL Statistics STA
Chemistry CHE Te Reo Maori MAO
Drama DRA Technology (one option)
Economics ECO - Design and Visual Communication DVC
English ENA - Digital Technology DTE
French FRE - Food FTE
Geography GEO - Hard Materials THM
- Textiles TTE
History HIS
Visual Arts (one option)
Home Economics (FNU) (assessed as PE Schol)
- Art Design ARD
Japanese JPN
- Art Painting ARP
Media Studies MED
- Photography PHO
10VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS AWARD
Six Vocational Pathways sectors have been established
Construction and Infrastructure
Creative Industries
Manufacturing and Technology
Primary Industries
Service Industries
Social and Community Services
Within each sector, specific Achievement Standards and Unit Standards have been identified as
either recommended standards or sector related standards.
Standards you have achieved may
Show you where your strengths lie
Show employers where your strengths and abilities lie
The standards achieved may contribute towards one or more Vocational Pathways Awards that
may be in any one of the six sectors listed above.
To receive a Vocational Pathways Award you must
Achieve NCEA Level 2
Meet the NCEA Literacy and Numeracy requirements
Gain 60 Level 2 credits from recommended standards
Of the 60 credits, 20 Level 2 credits must be from sector related standards
At present you can achieve a Vocational Pathways Award only at Level 2.
The course outlines that follow, show where standards assessed against may contribute towards a
Level 2 Vocational Pathways Award.
You can check your progress towards any of the Vocational Pathways Award in your academic
record.
For more information about Vocational Pathways Awards, log on to
http://youthguarantee.net.nz/vocational-pathways
11ACCESSING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS, ENTRIES AND RESULTS
You can access your assessment information through NZQA student login.
NZQA website www.nzqa.govt.nz
If you do not know how to log in, see one of your teachers, Miss Russell or Mr Jury in A6.
Your assessment information on the website will include
NZQA registered qualifications such as NCEA Level 1, 2 and 3 Certificates
Endorsement of certificates and subjects
Additional Certificates such as National Certificates in Mathematics or other subject
specific certificates, and Vocational Pathways
Credit summaries
Entries and results by subjects
Vocational Pathways - a Youth Guarantee initiative through the Ministry of Education. Information
about this new initiative can be accessed at www.youthguarantee.net.nz
12SUBJECT INFORMATION
The following pages contain information about the full year Year 13 courses offered here at FAHS –
Feilding High School.
Please read the information carefully, especially note
the entry requirements for each subject
whether the subject is an Approved Subject for UE
It is possible that some course information may change prior to the start of the 2019 school year. At
the reenrolment in January next year, you will be given a list of subjects for the year - specific classes
and teachers will not be yet available; you will receive this information on your first day back at school.
If you do not meet entry criteria you may apply to the
Teacher in Charge or Head of Faculty for permission.
13ACCOUNTING 13ACC
Entry Requirements
6 credits from 12 Mathematics, Mathematics Studies or Mathematics Skills and 12 credits from
11 English or 11 Te Reo Maori.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Accounting concepts
Processing for partnerships and companies
Preparing financial statements for partnerships and companies
Calculations and analysis of a company report
Cost accounting
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91404 EXT 4
91405 INT 4
91406 EXT 5
91407 INT 5
91409 INT 4
Total Credits Available 22
Subject Progression
13 Accounting is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Accounting is studied at tertiary institutions e.g. university or UCOL.
Leads to careers in commerce, accountancy, finance and banking, e-commerce, retail, forensic
accounting, fashion, sports and education.
Special Conditions of Subject
Workbook and revision workbook must be purchased.
A calculator is required.
The course includes a field trip to Massey University - approximate cost is $10.00.
Fees
$10.00 - the estimated cost for fieldtrip.
14AGRIBUSINESS 13AGBU
An introductory course for students interested in business, particularly in New Zealand primary
industries.
The Agribusiness (Agricultural Science and Business) course offers standards and assessments
through Agricultural and Horticultural Science and Business Studies.
Entry Requirements
An NCEA Level 2 Certificate that includes at least 50 credits from Achievement Standards.
Students are strongly recommended to have studied at least one of the following in Year 12:
Accounting, Agriculture, Economics, Horticulture, Biology or Chemistry.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
The course examines science and business within the agriculture and horticulture industry. Topics
covered include production processes of New Zealand’s primary products to meet market
requirements, future proofing, and how value can be added. It also included capital expenditure
and businesses response to external influences.
Topics covered include
capital expenditure
future proofing
adding value
primary production in New Zealand
businesses response to external factors
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91380 EXT 4
91531 EXT 4
91869 INT 4
91870 INT 4
91871 INT 4
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
The achievement standards in 13 AgriBusiness will count towards a ‘Business Studies’ approved
university subject.
Leads on to tertiary study, particularly Ag-commerce and Ag-science degrees.
Fees
$10.00 – In addition, the estimated cost of fieldtrips is up to $50.00.
15AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE 13AGHRT
Entry Requirements
12 credits including an external assessment from 12 Agriculture or at TIC discretion.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
This course examines aspects of primary production in New Zealand, including the impact of both
national and global influences. Students will learn about the profitability of a chosen primary product,
the impact of market forces and how primary production impacts on the environment.
Topics covered could include
Environmental issues
Market forces
Industry profitability research
Investigation of an aspect of primary production
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91528 INT 4
91529 INT 6
Students choose 2 of the following 3 externals:
91530 EXT 5
91531 EXT 4
91532 EXT 5
Total Credits Available 19-20
Subject Progression
13 Agricultural and Horticultural Science is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Leads on to tertiary study.
Fees
$10.00 - the estimated cost for fieldtrips.
16ART DESIGN 13ARD
Entry Requirements
AS91320 (Design) or AS91321 (Painting).
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
A practical study of current procedures and practices which underlie the making of design. This
involves formal study and has a focus on all contemporary subject matter.
Making original works using a variety of methods and materials.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91445 INT 4
91452 INT 4
91457 EXT 14
Total Credits Available 22
Subject Progression
13 Art Design is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This course aims to develop an understanding of processes and procedures in contemporary
design.
It leads to tertiary study in Design.
Fees
$50.00 Professional materials and take home content.
17ART PAINTING 13ARP
Entry Requirements
AS91321 (Painting).
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Subject matter is determined by the individual after formal enquiry and study.
Making original works using a variety of methods and materials.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91452 INT 4
91457 EXT 14
Total Credits Available 18
Subject Progression
13 Practical Art (Painting) is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This course provides a knowledge of painting as an expressive medium and force in art.
It leads to tertiary study in Art.
Special Conditions of Subject
Nil.
Fees
$50.00 Professional materials and take home content
18BIOLOGY 13BIO
Entry Requirements
Students must have achieved at least two externally assessed standards and one internally assessed
standard in 12 Biology, and 10 credits from 12 English (12ENG) or 12 English Studies (12EST).
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Genetic modification
Relationships between organisms and environment - the strategies animals and plants use to
survive
Patterns of evolution
The biological and cultural evolution of human species
Practical Work - Students select and study an animal or plant, and design and carry out their
own research experiment
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91601 INT 4
91603 EXT 5
91607 INT 3
91605 EXT 4
91606 EXT 4
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 Biology is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Special Conditions of Subject
The course includes a field trip to Foxton Beach - approximate cost is $15.
Students are required to purchase a biology workbook from the school’s stationery shop -
approximate cost is $30.00.
Fees
$10.00
19BUILDING 13BUI
Entry Requirements
18 credits from either 12 Building or 12 Engineering.
Students who have not taken either 12 Building or 12 Engineering may apply to the Teacher in Charge
for approval.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
All work is Unit Standards based and requires students to complete all elements in each unit of work.
There are practical and theory components in the units of work.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
29678 INT 4
29682 INT 4
29684 INT 12
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
Training and employment in the building industry.
20CHEMISTRY 13CHE
Entry Requirements
Students must have achieved at least two externally assessed standards and one
internally assessed standard from 12 Chemistry.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Spectroscopy
Oxidation-reduction processes
Atomic, molecular and ionic properties
Thermochemistry
Properties of organic compounds
Aqueous solutions – solution composition, equilibrium principles, solubility, acid-base
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91388 INT 3
91390 EXT 5
91391 EXT 5
91392 EXT 5
91393 INT 3
Total Credits Available 21
Subject Progression
13 Chemistry is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This course is recommended for any student who wishes to study any science at university
or polytechnic level e.g. Health Sciences (Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Nursing etc.),
Engineering, Agriculture or Horticulture, Bachelor of Science or Applied Science.
Fees
$15.00
21DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION 13DVC
Entry Requirements
12 credits from 12 DVC (formerly Graphics). Good independent work habits are essential.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
13 DVC builds on the foundations of 11 and 12 DVC.
It requires a focused undertaking of graphics practice, quality freehand and instrumental
drawings, and the presentation of design and visual communication techniques.
The students complete their own design brief based projects in a specialist area of spatial or
product design.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91630 INT 6
91627 EXT 4
91628 INT 6
Total Credits Available 16
Scholarship evidence is collected from Internal Achievement Standards.
Subject Progression
13 DVC is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
The skills learned can be used in design and communication courses at polytechnics and other
tertiary institutions - product design, industrial design, graphic design and interior design.
Special Conditions of Subject
# Because Generic Technology Achievement Standards are offered in 13 Food Technology, 13 DVC
and 13 Textiles, students taking more than one of these Technology courses will need to negotiate
an individual assessment programme.
Fees
$30.00 Class materials and equipment
22DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY 13DTE
Entry Requirements
Students must have taken 12 Digital Technology and achieved programming standard AS 91876 or at
the discretion of Teacher in Charge of Digital Technology.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Graphical computer programming
Software Engineering
Computer science theory
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91906 INT 6
91907 INT 6
901908 EXT 4
Total Credits Available 16
Subject Progression
13 Digital Technology is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This course is designed for students who are considering a career in computer science or software
engineering at university.
Special note: Year 13 Digital Technology is a BYOD subject and not timetabled into a computer room.
If providing your own laptop for 2019 is an issue, please see Mr Jury prior to enrolling.
Fees
$25.00
23DRAMA 13DRA
Entry Requirements
Achievement Standard 91218 (Class Production) and one other standard from 12 Drama, or in
consultation with TIC.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Practical workshops
Script analysis
Performance
Theatre forms / genre
History of theatre
Devising
Drama theorists
Live theatre viewing
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91512 INT 4
91513 INT 5
91517 INT 5
Optional:
91514 EXT 4
Total Credits Available 18
Subject Progression
13 Drama is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Special Conditions of Subject
Extra rehearsal time outside of class time is required.
Scholarship Drama is offered by invitation.
Fees
Nil Students are expected to attend live theatre organised by the department, and they will be
required to provide some costuming.
24ECONOMICS 13ECO
Entry Requirements
12 credits from 12 Economics or 12 English.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
This course is divided into two sections:
Microeconomics and the Market System – how the market system sets prices and the competitive
nature of firms in the market place.
Macroeconomics and Government Policies – the behaviour of the New Zealand economy as a
whole.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91399 EXT 4
91400 EXT 4
91403 EXT 6
91401 INT 5
91402 INT 5
Total Credits Available 24
Subject Progression
Year 13 Economics is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Many university degrees have compulsory Economics papers e.g. Commerce,
Social Work, Agriculture, Horticulture.
Special Conditions of Subject
This course includes a field trip to Wellington to visit Treasury, the Reserve Bank and Parliament -
approximate cost is $35.00.
Students will also have the opportunity to be involved in the Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Challenge,
the NZ Economics Competition and NZ Business Week.
Fees
$10.00
25TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING 13TEN
Entry Requirements
24 credits from 12 Engineering
Level 2 Mathematics and Level 2 English credits are an advantage
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Using engineering processes, design and make approved projects e.g. 70cc midi bike.
Assessment
Two options are available - entry is by individual negotiation
Option A: 4 Level 2 Internal Unit Standards
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
21905 INT 6
21907 INT 3
21908 INT 2
21909 INT 1
Total Credits Available 12
Option B: 4 Level 3 Internal Achievement Standards
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91620 INT 6
91624 INT 3
91625 INT 3
91623 INT 4
Total Credits Available 16
Subject Progression
This course will provide entry into a range of engineering apprenticeship and career programmes.
Fees
$850.00 (estimated) is the kit price to make the mini bike. This price could be subject to change
due to the NZ dollar exchange rate.
A non-refundable deposit (GST inclusive) of $510 due by Week 3 Term 4 2019 or by payment plan
set up by due date. If paying by payment plan full deposit must be paid by end of 2019.
26ENGLISH 13ENG
Entry Requirements
14 Level 2 English credits.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
This is a Level 3 English programme and focuses on preparing students for university level study.
This programme is for students with an interest in literature and language study. It involves in-depth
studies of novels, drama, poetry, short stories and film.
Students will:
Evaluate texts and develop detailed response essays
Participate in oral and visual presentations
Write in a range of styles
Carry out a theme study on a topic of their choice
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91474 EXT 4
91475 INT 6
91479 INT 4
Students will take one of the following:
91472 EXT 4
91473 EXT 4
Optional:
91476 INT 3
Total Credits Available 18
Subject Progression
13 English is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Fees
$8.00
27ENGLISH STUDIES 13ENS
Entry Requirements
8 credits from Achievement Standards from 12 English Studies or 12 English
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Read and evaluate a range of texts
Write a range of pieces
Study and present moving images
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91473 EXT 4
91475 INT 6
91477 INT 3
91478 INT 4
91480 INT 3
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 English Studies is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
The course offers writing credits required for University Entrance.
Fees
$8.00
28ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING 13ELL
Entry Requirements
Students are directed into the course as required.
Course Outline
Individual programmes to cover key communication skills: speaking, writing, reading, listening.
Subject support is available during lessons.
Assessment
Assessments offered include:
English Language Unit Standards
IELTS
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
22750 INT 6
22751 INT 6
Total Credits Available 12
Subject Progression
IELTs allows entry to specific New Zealand University courses.
Fees
$3.00
29FOOD AND NUTRITION 13FNU
Entry Requirements
10 credits in 12 Food and Nutrition (Home Economics) or 12 English and 10 Level 1 English credits.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Nutritional concerns and eating patterns
Health promotion and community action
Relationship between food choices, lifestyle and well-being, and health
Analysis of influences and effects of media messages on food choice
Multinational food corporations
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91469 INT 5
91466 INT 5
91468 INT 5
91471 EXT 4
Total Credits Available 19
Subject Progression
Tertiary study in nutrition, dietetics, nursing, health promotion and health sciences.
Fees
$20.00 Cost of food prepared and consumed by students.
30FRENCH 13FRE
Entry Requirements
14 credits from 12 French with two Merit passes.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Grammar and language studies
Literature studies - chosen from short story, poetry, song, novel, drama, film
Study of contemporary topics in French – e.g. creative arts, media, social cohesion in France, our
changing world, environmental issues, getting a job in France, current issues
A region of France
Tasks:
Creating static displays
Comprehension - aural and written
Making notes in French and English
Composition of paragraphs and essays
Giving talks and participating in discussions and debates
Research tasks
Completing computer based activities
Cultural – developing a greater understanding of present day life in France
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91544 INT 3
91545 INT 6
91547 INT 5
91543 EXT 5
91546 EXT 5
Total Credits Available 24
Subject Progression
13 French is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Students will be prepared to undertake a full French programme at university.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students are required to purchase Renash French Student Booklet - approximate cost is $18.00.
Fees
$6.00
3113 FITNESS FOR SPORT 13FFS
Entry Requirements
Year 13 students who have participated in Year 12 Recreational Physical Education or by approval of
the Faculty Leader
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Development and understanding of standard exercises - resistance training and free standing
exercises
Personal goal setting
Development of a personal gym based programme
Plan and apply a fitness training programme
Instruct and monitor resistance training
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
22265 INT 7
22264 INT 4
91501 INT 4
Total Credits Available 15
Subject Progression
May lead to Diploma in Personal Fitness and Training.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students will need at least two senior PE tops either from 12RPE or purchased new - approximate
cost is $45.
This course will require the use of out of school facilities - the cost is $11.50 per week (no sign up
fee is required). This entitles each student to the use of fitness facilities in class as well as outside
school hours.
Transport to and from Evolve Fitness - cost to be advised at the start of the 2020 year
(approximately $100.00 per year).
Students are unable to take both 13 Fitness for Sport and 13 Sport Science.
Please note that students are required to travel in school transport unless class is P1 or P5 when
they may travel to the gym on their way to school or on their way home.
Fees
$30.00 Course booklets
32GATEWAY (Structured Workplace Learning) 13GAT
This is a programme that offers Year 13 students the opportunity to trial, in the workplace, their
probable career choice. The course involves learning and assessment in the workplace as well as
Unit Standards to be completed in class.
Entry Requirements
Students who wish to apply for a place in this course must meet the following criteria:
Be working at Level 3 in their other subjects.
Have 10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits, preferably at Level 2.
Be prepared to attend the First Aid course in the week before school starts.
Have shown a strong commitment to a particular career choice through previous subject
selection, work experience, or career planning e.g. Year 10 Learning and Careers Plan.
Students must make application early in Term 3. They will be interviewed for selection.
Acceptance into the course will depend on the availability of a suitable work placement.
Students are encouraged to find their own workplace or attempt to approach an employer
before their interview.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
In class In the workplace
Practical First Aid Credits offered depends on the
Career decision making / planning workplace and the Industry Training
Active listening and working as part of a team Training
Employment relationship problems
Communication process theory
CV writing
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
4251 INT 2
1980 INT 2
6400 INT 2
6401 (L2) INT 1
6402 (L1) INT 1
9681 INT 3
11097 INT 3
12360 INT 3
Total Credits Available 17
Workplace Requirements
It is anticipated that students will work one day per week for approximately 20 weeks depending on
the work completed in class and on the workplace.
Subject Progression
This course is intended to lead students into the workplace or to further training such as a pre-
apprenticeship course.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students taking the Primary Industry course will not be able to do Gateway.
33GEOGRAPHY 13GEO
Entry Requirements
16 credits from 12 Geography, or 16 credits from 12 English, 12 History or 12 Media Studies
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Natural processes – based on the coastal processes in the lower North Island
Cultural processes – the development of tourism in Rotorua
Geographic skills – mapping, graphing and critical analysis
Geographic research based on tourism in Rotorua
Contemporary geographic issue looking at management of Tongariro National Park
Global geographic study of the spread of McDonalds around the world.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91426 EXT 4
91427 EXT 4
91429 EXT 4
91430 INT 5
91431 INT 3
91432 INT 3
Total Credits Available 23
Subject Progression
13 Geography is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Special Conditions
three day field trip to Rotorua - estimated cost is $350.00
one day field trip to Kapiti Coast - estimated cost is $20.00
Fees
$8.00 Photocopying
34HEALTH RELATED STUDIES 13HRS
Entry Requirements:
10 Level 2 Reading/Writing Credits
Course Outline / Key topics covered:
New Zealand health issues – alcohol, obesity, mental health, drugs
Determinants of health
Youth Resilience
Determinants of health
Contemporary ethical issues – Medicinal marijuana, Euthanasia, Vaccinations, Abortions
International health issues – disease, colonisation and the health of indigenous people
Assessments
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91461 INT 5
91463 INT 5
91464 INT 4
Optional External:
91462 EXT 5
Total Credits Available 14-19
Subject Progression
13 Health is an Approved Subject for University Entrance
Fees
$10.00
35HISTORY 13HIS
Entry Requirements
16 credits in 12 History and / or 12 English.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
A broad survey of the effect of conflict in the Middle East on the rest of the world, including New
Zealand. The topic will study the emergence of the state of Israel and conflict in the Holy Land.
A special studies component involving a research inquiry into an historical event or place, using
primary and secondary sources.
Types of Tasks:
Analysing evidence relating to historical events, using a variety of visual and written resources
Analysing causes and consequences of significant historical events
Evaluating differing historical interpretations
Presenting a convincing case on the basis of supporting evidence and sound argument
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91434 INT 5
91435 INT 5
91438 EXT 6
Total Credits Available 16
Subject Progression
13 History is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Special Conditions of Subject
This course includes a field trip to the National Army Museum in Waiouru - approximate cost is $40.00
(to cover the cost of transport and entry to the museum).
Fees
$10.00
36HOSPITALITY 13HOS
Entry Requirements
Open entry to Year 13 students only.
NB: This is not an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Nutrition and commercial catering
Pickles, chutneys and other preserves
Culinary terms
Food safety
Complex sandwiches
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
18497 INT 8
13282 INT 2
13331 INT 4
13343 INT 5
168 INT 4
24525 INT 4
Total Credits Available 27
Subject Progression
Career in the hospitality industry
37JAPANESE 13JPN
Entry Requirements
10 credits from 12 Japanese.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
The Year 13 course continues on from studies started in Year 12.
Four topics will be covered during the year:
Land and people (Japan / New Zealand)
Communication and media
Japan at work
Travel and tourism
Tasks:
Translation from English to Japanese and vice versa
Comprehension, written and aural
Composition of paragraphs and essays
Speeches, giving talks and participating in discussions
In some designated class periods, students may have the opportunity to chat to native speakers in
Japan on Skype.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91553 EXT 5
91554 INT 3
91556 EXT 5
91557 INT 5
Total Credits Available 18
Subject Progression
13 Japanese is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students are required to purchase Renash Japanese Student Booklet - approximate cost is $18.00.
Fees
$6.00
38MATHEMATICS 13MAT
Entry Requirements
13 credits from any 12 Mathematics which must include AS91259 (2.4 Trigonometry) and AS91267
(2.12 Probability Methods).
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
This course offers a mixture of mathematical and statistical skills. It provides an alternative option at
Year 13 for students wanting to continue with Mathematics and prepares them for university study.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91574 INT 3
91575 INT 4
91576 INT 2
91583 INT 4
91586 EXT 4
91587 INT 3
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 Mathematics is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students must have a graphics calculator available at all times.
39MATHEMATICS - CALCULUS 13CAL
Entry Requirements
16 credits from 12 Mathematics which must include AS91262 (2.7 Calculus) and a Merit in AS91261
(2.6 Algebra).
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
The emphasis is on establishing a solid foundation of more advanced algebraic, geometrical and
calculus skills and being able to apply them to solve problems.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91575 INT 4
91577 EXT 5
91578 EXT 6
91579 EXT 6
Optional:
91587 INT 3
Total Credits Available 21
Subject Progression
13 Calculus is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This course prepares students for tertiary study in mathematics, the physical sciences, health
sciences, engineering, architecture and other areas where mathematics is used for solving problems.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students must have a graphics calculator available at all times.
Fees
Nil
40MATHEMATICS - STATISTICS 13STA
Entry Requirements
11 credits from any 12 Mathematics course which must include a Merit in AS91267 (2.12 Probability
Methods).
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
This course provides both mathematical modelling and statistical skills to students with an
interest in any area where the analysis of data is important. Such areas include biological and
social sciences, agriculture, economics, business and marketing, and health.
The emphasis is on applying skills to problems arising in real and simulated situations.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91580 INT 4
91582 INT 4
91583 INT 4
91585 EXT 4
91586 EXT 4
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 Statistics is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This subject is a recommended pre-requisite for a wide range of university courses such as the physical
sciences, health sciences, engineering, architecture and other areas where mathematics is used for
solving problems.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students must have a graphics calculator available at all times.
41MEDIA STUDIES 13MED
Entry Requirements
Students must have achieved 3 standards from 12 English or achieved 3 standards from 12 Media
Studies.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Design and produce a short film
Explain the representation of a specific group in the media
Undertake a media film genre study e.g. film noir
Write a media text (script for a short film)
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
90779 INT 3
91493 EXT 4
91494 INT 4
91495 INT 6
91497 INT 3
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 Media Studies is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Media Studies is a subject included in a range of university degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Business
Studies, Accountancy and Communication or practical courses preparing students for related
industries.
Special Conditions of Subject
Students require school Course Booklets for each standard.
Fees
$30.00 Memory card for filming, planning sheets.
42MUSIC 13MUS
Entry Requirements
Students must be taking lessons to learn an instrument, either through the school itinerant scheme
or privately. Students must be working towards at least Grade 6 in theory and performance.
Students must be involved in at least one of the school-based performance groups.
Entry into Year 13 Music is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Course Outline
Year 13 Music continues the learning undertaken in Year 12 Music.
Solo performance
Group performance
Score reading
Knowledge of music works
Composition
Arranging
Group performance – to be done only in extra-curricular music
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91416 INT 8
91421 EXT 4
91422 INT 4
Optional:
91418 INT 4
91419 INT 8
91424 INT 4
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 Music is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Fees
$12.00
$100 - $150 Instrument hire
$100.00 Instrument/Vocal tuition per instrument
$20.00 Score reading booklet
$12 Practice Diary from the school’s stationery shop
43MUSIC INDUSTRY 13MUI
Entry Requirements
Open entry for students who have achieved their NCEA Level 2 Certificate. Students may take this
course having done very little music, however, students MUST be prepared to work in a group. As
this is a predominantly practical course, a good attendance record is required due to many
assignments being assessed in groups.
Entry into the Year 13 Music Industry course is at the discretion of the HOD.
Course Outline
Year 13 Music Industry offers contemporary and practical opportunites to apply skills fundamental
to the Music Industry including; Recording, Music Technology, Music Production, Music Research
and Songwriting.
Students will be working towards producing a full length audio recording
Key Topics Covered:
The fundamentals of recording music and editing sound
Recording and editing music in music software Logic Pro and Sibelius.
Research a topic in the music industry
Song writing
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
28007 INT 6
91425 INT 6
91849 INT 8
Optional
23730 INT 8
91418 INT 4
Total Credits Available 20
The achievement standards in this course are able to be used towards a University Entrance subject
of ‘Music’.
Fees
$20.00
44OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP 13ODL
Entry Requirements
Due to the nature of this course, places are limited and there will be a selection process. Students
applying for a place in the course through subject selection will be contacted by the Teacher in
Charge before the end of Term 3, 2018.
Acceptance into the course is dependent on full payment of the $440.00 course fee prior to the
start of the course.
Students will be required to obtain suitable outdoor clothing.
Students undertaking this course must be willing to lead a team of other students.
Course outline
The 13 Outdoor Leadership course may be run in conjunction with the Year 12 Outdoor Adventure
course. Students are expected to lead other students in developing their skills. This course aims to be
largely student led. Consequently, Year 13 leaders must be self-motivated work in a team
environment and assist each other in the variety of activities.
Key topics for Year 13 students may include:
Snowboarding Rock climbing/ Abseiling Risk management
Leadership
Kayaking, snorkelling and mountain biking may also be undertaken as a learning context for risk
management and leadership.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
4597 INT 8
20150 INT 5
20151 INT 10
91504 INT 3
91505 INT 4
Total Credits Available 16-28
Subject progression: The course may lead on to the National Certificate in Outdoor Recreation
Special conditions of the subject
An appropriate level of physical fitness is required.
Fees
$450.00 - To cover all course costs except food and clothing required for trips.
45PHYSICS 13PHY
Entry Requirements
Two externally assessed standards and one internally assessed standard from 12 Physics (13 credits)
and 11 credits from 12 Mathematics (12MAT).
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Mechanics – translational motion, rotational motion, and simple harmonic motion
Electricity and electromagnetism - analysis of complex DC circuits, capacitors and inductors, and
AC circuits
Waves – diffraction, interference, standing waves and the Doppler Effect
Atomic and nuclear physics
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91523 EXT 4
91524 EXT 6
91526 EXT 6
91525 INT 3
Optional:
91522 INT 3
Total Credits Available 19
Subject Progression
13 Physics is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
13 Physics is a pre-requisite for tertiary study in a number of degrees e.g. Pure Sciences,
Engineering, Health Science, Veterinary Science.
Special conditions of Subject
Students are required to purchase a physics workbook from the school’s stationery shop -
approximate cost is $30.00.
Fees
$10.00
46PHOTOGRAPY 13PHO
Entry Requirements
AS91322 from 12 Photography.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Subject matter is determined by the individual after formal enquiry and study.
Practical work involves camera, film and printing technique. The development of photography as an
artistic medium is essentially the task with which students are involved.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91452 INT 4
91457 EXT 14
Total Credits Available 18
Subject Progression
13 Photography is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This course develops a knowledge of photography as an expressive medium and force in art.
It leads to tertiary study and / or a career in photography.
Special Conditions of Subject
Nil.
Fees
$100.00 Cost of materials used.
4713 PSYCHOLOGY 13PSY
Entry Requirements
16 credits from either 12PSY or 12ENA or 12HIST OR 12GEO or 12MED or 12SPS
Course Outline
Students will cover the following topics:
Schizophrenia
Anorexia
Intelligence
Gender and Gender Bias
OCD
Cultural Bias
Issues within Psychology
Students will conduct their own experiment
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
Students will complete three out of the four following internals:
91875 INT 4
91872 INT 6
91873 INT 3
91874 INT 6
91876 EXT 3
Total Credits Available 16-22
Fees
$5.00
48SENIOR SOCIAL STUDIES 13SSS
Entry Requirements
16 credits from either 12ENA, 12GEO, 12MED, 12SPS or 12PSY
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
The aim of the course is for students to understand how policy changes are influenced by and impact
on the rights, roles and responsibilities of individuals and communities. Also, to understand how
ideologies shape society in different contexts.
Topics:
Current issues in the world
Social action
Viewpoints, values and perspectives
The legislative process in New Zealand
Ideologies
Examine a campaign of social actions to influence policy change e.g. Euthanasia
Personal involvement in social actions to influence policy change e.g. Sugar tax, carbon emissions,
Pharmac funding
Conduct a critical social inquiry on a world leader e.g. Putin, Trump, Merkel
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91596 EXT 4
91597 INT 6
91599 INT 6
91600 INT 4
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 Social Studies is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
Special Conditions of Subject
Good report writing skills are required.
49SPEC (SOUTH PACIFIC EDUCATIONAL COURSES) 13SPEC
Entry Requirements
Staff will recommend students for this course to the Special Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) who will
liaise with the Dean to enter students.
Subject Matter
This programme is based on the key competencies in each learning area of the New Zealand
curriculum.
Individual challenges are set within a range of choices. Planning how to achieve the goals and
reviewing progress are an integral part of learning.
Assessment
Students receive a SPEC certificate if they successfully complete the course.
Internal moderation is followed by external moderation as each level is completed.
Learning Outcomes
Students experience self-organisation and take responsibility for their own learning. Their
independent work is closely supervised. A wide range of personal skills can be formally recognised.
Fees
$40.00 towards the cost of workbooks.
50SPORT SCIENCE 13SPS
Entry Requirements
16 credits from 12 Sport Science, including AS91328 and AS91327.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
A personal activity programme
Practical skills in a chosen physical activity
Skill development
Examining a current issue relating to Health and Physical Education
Biomechanical Analysis
Biophysical and sociocultural influences on Health and well being
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91499 INT 3
91498 INT 4
91501 INT 4
91502 INT 4
Optional standard for Scholarship students:
91504 INT 3
Total Credits Available 15
Subject Progression
13 Sport Science is an Approved Subject for University Entrance. Students could consider any of the
following:
Degree in Sport and Exercise Science
Diploma in Personal Fitness and Training
Nursing
Sport management/coaching
Special Conditions of Subject
This course includes a field trip - approximate cost is $150.00
Students are unable to take both 13 Sport Science and 13 Fitness for Sport.
Fees
10.00
$45.00 PE top
51TE REO MĀORI 13MAO
Entry Requirements
12 credits from 12 Te Reo Māori including AS91288 (2.5 Waihanga Tuhinga), AS91286 (2.3 Panui)
or AS91287 (2.4 Tuhituhi).
By application to the Teacher in Charge, students may be able to have an individual internally
assessed Unit Standards programme in Tikanga ā-iwi, Māori Tourism and/or Māori Performing
Arts. The entry requirement is Level 1 Literacy.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
Pānui
Tuhituhi
Kōrero
Whakarongo
Waihanga Tuhinga
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91653 EXT 6
91654 INT 6
Alternative programme:
7259 INT 8
7267 INT 8
Available to students of Kapa Haka:
22756 INT 10
Total Credits Available 20
Subject Progression
13 Te Reo Māori is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
This course leads tertiary study in Te Reo Māori.
Fees
$6.00
52TECHNOLOGY TEXTILES 13TTE
Entry Requirements
10 credits at 12 Technology Textiles. An ability to do practical sewing is essential.
Course Outline / Key Topics Covered
To work with a client and present a solution to meet their needs – this involves meetings, fittings and
receiving feedback. You will individually research, design and construct textile items.
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
91617 EXT 4
Students choose three of the following internal standards – max of 18 credits
91626 INT 6
91621 INT 6
91608 INT 4
91609 INT 4
91610 INT 6
91611 INT 6
Total Credits Available 18
Subject Progression
13 Textiles Technology is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.
It leads to tertiary study in fashion design.
Special Conditions of Subject
Generic Technology Achievement Standards are offered in 13 Food Technology, 13 Graphics and 13
Textiles, students taking more than one of these Technology courses will need to negotiate an
individual assessment programme.
Fees
$25.00 Cost of fabric and notions
53TOURISM 13TOU
Entry Requirements
Open entry.
To achieve the National Certificate in Travel (Introductory Skills) Level 2, it is essential that students
have successfully completed 12 Tourism in 2016.
Year 13 students who have not successfully completed Level 2 may enter the course to achieve Level
2 and Level 3 credits towards their NCEA Level 3 certificate.
Course Outline
In-depth study presentation of a New Zealand destination
Australia as a destination
Economic impacts of tourism
South Pacific as a destination
In depth study of tourism industry terms and concepts
Assessment
Standard Code Int/Ext Credits
3727 INT 5
18211 INT 5
23766 INT 5
24725 INT 4
24733 INT 5
Total Credits Available 24
To achieve the National Certificate in Tourism (Introductory Skills) Level 2, a student must have
achieved all of the following:
1. 6 compulsory Level 2 Unit Standards in Year 12 Tourism (21 credits)
2. 6 Level 2 credits from English oral and / or written language
3. 8 Level 1 credits from Mathematics
Subject Progression
A career in the tourism industry or further study at a polytechnic or private provider.
54TRANSITION 13TRA
Entry Requirements
Staff will recommend students for this course to the Special Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) who will
liaise with the Dean to enter students.
Subject Matter
These are predominantly practical courses which are individualised for each student.
The course may include:
Practical life skills such as cooking for flatting and household management
Work experience
Constructive use of leisure time
Interpersonal skills training
Working towards individual goals set at an IEP
Outside agencies may be invited to contribute as the need arises.
Assessment
There is no formal assessment, though feedback to parents / caregivers is provided at both Transition
Meetings and IEP meetings.
Learning Outcomes
Students will increase their awareness of the skills they will need as they move from school to life
beyond school.
Fees
A contribution towards outings and materials may be requested as the need occurs.
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