CHS Studies Guide 2024

STUDIES GUIDE for 2024 Courses

Staff SENIOR LEADERSHIP Principal Joe Eccleton MEd, PG.Dip.Ed, BA Associate Principal Carla Smith - MEd (Hons)(1st Class), PGDip Ed Lead, BA Deputy Principals Adrian Fastier MEd (Hons)(1st Class), BEd PE Kellie Fenemor BEd, PE, PG Ed, MBA Blair Johnson - BA Craig Squire - BEd PE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Tania Woodham (Director) STUDENT SUPPORT Mark Kilpatrick BA, MSW Applied, PGDip (MH), PGCert (ADD/CED), PGCert (CBT) (Head of Counselling) Elise Molloy BA (Hons), PGCert Health Sciences Shanna Jenner BWS, PG Cert HSc (MH/ADD) Mike Bennett - BA. NZ Dip Careers Development (Careers) ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES Lisette Williams - BA, PG DipEd, PGCAP GIFTED AND TALENTED Leigh Barker - PGDip Ed Lead, BA, (Co-ordinator) HEADS OF SCHOOL IN 2024 Brett Cox - BA TESOL Year 9 Johanna Stewart - Ba, BSc, Grad Dip Year 10 Teaching (Secondary) Nick Milward - BCom Year 11 While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in the following information, changes can become necessary because of timetabling restrictions, class sizes etc. Where change does occur students will be informed. 2 Aysha Beer - MEd, BA Year 12 Victoria Minehan - BA Year 13

FACULTY HEADS Faculty of Creative and Performing Arts - Ngā Toi Grant Bartley - BA(Hons) ATCL (Head of Music) Shaun Edwards-Brown - BA (Head of Drama) Blair Johnson - BA (Head of Art History) Faculty of English - Te Reo Ingarihi Paul Weggery - BA, BSc, BCom (Assistant Head of Faculty - Senior English) Rachel Rollinson - BA (Assistant Head of Faculty - Junior English) Faculty of Languages - Ngā Reo Taka Kuze - MEd (Acting Assistant Head of Faculty) Joshua Thompson - BEdPE (Head of Māori) Lisette Williams - BA, Gdip Tchg Learning Languages (ESOL) Faculty of Mathematics and Statistics - Pāngarau Sam Ballinger - BCom (Assistant Head of Faculty) Kellie-Ann Barlow - BCAS (Assistant Head of Faculty) Liam Smyth - BSc (Assistant Head of Faculty) Faculty of Physical Education and Health - Akoranga koiri Hauora Pete Smith - MEd, BPhEd, BSc, (Assistant Head of Faculty) Grace France - BEd PE (Hons) (Acting Head of Health) Mark Smith - BRec Ed (Head of Outdoor Education) Faculty of Science - Pūtaiao Tim McCall - BSc (Head of Physics) Jennie Merchant - BSc(Hons) (Head of Biology) Jenna Wilson - MSc (Acting Head of Chemistry) Faculty of Social Sciences - Te Ao Tangata Nick Moyle - MA (Head of Geography and Tourism) Blair Sang - MA (Hons) (Head of Social Studies) Ellis Thielmann - BA (Hons) (Acting Head of Classical Studies and History) Rasha Magdy - MA, (Acting Head of Commerce) Faculty of Technology - Hangarau Karen Kennedy - BSc (Hons) (Acting Head of Multi-materials and DAP) Deidre Lum - Dip HSc (Head of Food and Textiles Technology, Early Childhood Education and Hospitality) Andrew Thomson - BA (Hons), PGCE (Acting Head of Digital Technologies) Faculty of Student Support - Tautawhi akonga Juliet Webber Dip Spec Teaching CEN (HoD Te Pukenga) Mark Kilpatrick BA, MSW Applied, PGDip (MH), PGCert (ADD/CED), PGCert (CBT) (HoD Counselling). 3 Staff FACULTY HEADS Bridget Blair - BFA (Head of Faculty, Head of Art) - [email protected] Brett McKersey BA Head of Faculty (English) [email protected] Lylian Carrasco – BA (Head of Faculty) - [email protected] Michelle Dalrymple - PhD, BSc(Hons) (Head of Faculty) - [email protected] Tessa Te Kahu – BEdPE (Head of Faculty) - [email protected] Chris Trewern BSc (Hons) Head of Faculty (Science) [email protected] Nick Moyle - MA(Hons) (Head of Faculty) (Head of Geography & Tourism) - [email protected] Karen Kennedy - BSc(Hons) (Head of Faculty) - [email protected] Tom Wilkinson BSc Head of Faculty (Student Support) [email protected]

Contents General Information 5 Curriculum Structure (Subjects We Teach) 6-7 Course Selection 8 Choosing a Course of Study 9 Do You Need Help in Planning? 10 The Curriculum Years 10-13 13 Understanding University Entrance and NCEA 14 Exchange Programmes 15 Preparing for Tertiary Study and Employment Subject Outlines by Faculty 16 Creative and Performing Arts - Ngā Toi Art, Art History, Dance, Drama, Music. 25 English - Te Reo Inagrihi English, English Literature, Foundation English, Media Studies. 30 Languages - Ngā Reo French, Japanese, Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori and Spanish, ESOL. 37 Mathematics and Statistics - Pāngarau Calculus, Mathematics and Statistics. 41 Physical Education and Health - Akoranga koiri Hauora Health Education, Physical Education, Outdoor Education. 45 Science - Pūtaiao Science, Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Space Science, Physics, Agricultural Sciences, Electronics. 52 Social Sciences -Te Ao Tangata Social Studies, Social Science, Business Studies, Classical Studies, Economics, Geography, History, Tourism. 59 Technology - Hangarau Design - Architectural and Product, Digital Technologies, Food Technology, Fashion and Textiles Technology, Hospitality, Early Childhood Education, Multi-Materials Technology, Electronics and Control Technologies. 68 Learning Support - Alternative Programme - Tautāwhi ākonga SPEC - Specific Preparation for Employment and Citizenship. 4

Subjects 5 Here at Cashmere High School we have a Faculty structure based around these eight learning areas, along with one other Faculty area, Student Support. A key strength of a school of our size is the broad range of subject choice we can offer our students. As students progress into more senior year levels a greater choice of options are available. Year 9 English ESOL Mathematics and Statistics Science Social Studies Physical Education/Health One of French; or Japanese; or Te Reo Māori; or Spanish One term on each Technology area: Multi-Materials Technology Digital Technologies Design Communication Food Technology Two terms on two of the three Creative and Performing Arts areas: Art Drama Music Year 10 English ESOL Mathematics and Statistics Science Social Studies Business Studies Physical Education/Health French Japanese Te Reo Māori Spanish Multi-materials Technology Fashion & Textiles Technology Food Technology Design Architecture & Product Digital Technologies Electronics and Control Technology Art Contemporary Music Performance Music Drama Dance Level 1 English Literature English Foundation English ESOL Media Studies Mathematics and Statistics Science Agricultural Science Geography History Social Science Business Studies Economics Physical Education Health Education French Japanese Te Reo Māori Spanish Construction & Mechanical Technology Fashion & Textiles Technology Food Technology Design Architecture & Product Digital Technologies Art Contemporary Music Music Studies Drama Dance Performing Arts Technology Level 2 English Literature English Foundation English ESOL Media Studies Mathematics Statistics Mathematics and Statistics Earth & Space Science Agricultural Science Biology Chemistry Electronics Physics Geography History Classical Studies Tourism Business Studies Economics Physical Education Outdoor Education Health Education Health Studies French Japanese Te Reo Māori Tikanga Māori Spanish Construction & Mechanical Technology Fashion & Textiles Technology Food Technology Hospitality Design Architecture & Product Digital Technologies Early Childhood Education Art Design Art Painting Art Photography Art Printmaking History of Art Contemporary Music Music Studies Drama Dance Performing Arts Technology Level 3 English Literature English ESOL Media Studies Calculus Statistics Earth & Space Science Agricultural Science Biology Chemistry Electronics Physics Geography History Classical Studies Tourism Business Studies Economics Physical Education Outdoor Education Health Education French Japanese Te Reo Māori Tikanga Māori Spanish Construction & Mechanical Technology Fashion & Textiles Technology Food Technology Hospitality Design Architecture & Product Digital Technologies Early Childhood Education Art Design Art Painting Art Photography Art Printmaking History of Art Contemporary Music Music Studies Drama Dance Performing Arts Technology Key: Compulsory Optional Specific Preparation for Employment & Citizenship (SPEC) Specific Preparation for Employment & Citizenship (SPEC) Specific Preparation for Employment & Citizenship (SPEC) Specific Preparation for Employment & Citizenship (SPEC) Specific Preparation for Employment & Citizenship (SPEC)

Course selection for 2024 6 Instructions This Studies Guide has a description of all subjects being offered in 2024. You will also receive a Course Intention sheet. This needs to be signed off by a teacher from each subject area. For streamed subject areas, the teacher will write the course level e.g 101/102/103. Once all subjects have been signed off, you will need to enter this data into the Parent Web Portal. Sheets are then handed back to the respective Head of School at the end of this process. If you do not have internet access or are unable to access the Parent Portal, the students can return the Course Intention sheet directly to their Head of School for entry. The following is a step by step guide for students and their caregivers: 1. Read through the Studies Guide and select subjects. 2. Student takes subject selection sheet to subject teachers to obtain their signatures and confirm subject levels (101, 102 etc). 3. Students bring sheets home to be entered via the Parent Portal. 4. Go to the CHS website and click on 'Quick Links' and then 'Parent Portal'. 5. Enter your user name and password. 6. Once you are in the Portal, click on Course Selection located below.

7. Enter chosen subjects e.g MAT 101, 102 (Click on one in each column) Course selection for 2024 7 8. Click preview selection, click on confirm selection, then Save. 9. Student returns the Course Intention sheet to their Form Teachers. 10. You will then be notified through email of confirmed subjects in late Term 4 Please note: • The final decision for course selection is at the discretion of the school, in discussion with caregivers and students. • The Year 10 spare subject does not need to be entered online but must be completed on the paper copy to be used if needed.

Choosing a course of study 8 The purpose of this booklet is to help you make the best subject choices to meet your particular needs. You need to study the options available very closely and fully discuss these with your parents and teachers and the school's guidance staff if necessary. Help is available from….. • your parents • your present subject teachers • your Head of School • Guidance Counsellors • Form Teachers • Careers Centre staff • Heads of Faculties and Departments for each subject area - see page 3 STEP 1 - What subjects do I enjoy? • What subjects do I like doing now? • What subjects do I think I might enjoy doing next year that I have not studied before? • What do I do outside of school that I really enjoy e.g. music, helping others, arts, sport? Are there any subjects that include these activities? It is important to consider enjoyment because you may experience a greater sense of satisfaction in the work that you do as well as produce a high standard of work because you are interested in it. Download and print off a great Action Plan that will help you plan your subject choices - https://www.careers.govt.nz/assets/pages/docs/choosing-school-subjects-action-plan.pdf STEP 2 - What am I good at? • What subjects am I strongest in? Look at your test marks and grades. • What do other people say I am good at? Discuss your ability with your subject teacher - you might have a false idea of how well you are actually doing. Be careful that you do not underestimate your ability. STEP 3 - What subjects might I need for my future Careers Pathway? Remember, it's OK if you're unsure what you want to do in future, a lot of people don't know! But its important to do some research. • Have I talked to Mr Bennett in the Careers Centre? • Have I completed the Career Quest at www.careers.govt.nz? • Have I worked through some of the Tools on My Mahi? Studying a broad range of subjects will keep your career options open. Maths and English are necessary in many careers. You should try to include these if at all possible. STEP 4 - Am I taking the right NCEA subjects? Am I looking ahead? • Are there subjects I need to take at Level 3 that need to have studied at Level 2? • Will this subject get me my Numeracy and Literacy credits? • Am I taking enough Approved subjects (at Level 3 only) to ensure I can get my University Entrance?

Do you need help in planning for 2024 and beyond? 9 Some other useful sites for training, entry requirements and labour market statistics are: www.careersnz.govt.nz Career Pathways Teacher Mr Bennett is available for student and parent appointments. Staff Staff from all areas are happy to discuss their courses with students and parents. Please contact them. Cashmere High Careers Website https://cashmere.careerwise.nz Career Tools > Recommended School Subjects My Mahi Log into your My Mahi account using your school username and password. www.mymahi.co.nz CareersNZ This site is worth visiting - www.careers.govt.nz The easiest and quickest way to access career entry requirements information is to click on Jobs Database and search for your career of interest. How to Enter the Job will give you information on the secondary education required. Universities University of Canterbury - www.canterbury.ac.nz Lincoln University - www.lincoln.ac.nz University of Otago - www.otago.ac.nz Victoria University - www.victoria.ac.nz Auckland University - www.auckland.ac.nz Massey University - www.massey.ac.nz/ Auckland University of Technology - www.aut.ac.nz University of Waikato - www.waikato.co.nz Polytechnics Ara, Institute of Canterbury - www.ara.ac.nz Southern Institute of Technology - www.sit.ac.nz Tai Poutini Polytechnic - www.ttp.ac.nz NMIT - www.nmit.ac.nz Otago Polytechnic - www.op.ac.nz Private Training Establishments NTA - www.nta.co.nz New Zealand Institute of Sport - www.nzis.co.nz International Travel College - www.itc.co.nz Yoobee - www.yoobee.ac.nz New Zealand School of Tourism - www.nzschooloftourism.co.nz Websites and Tools Got a Trade, Got it Made - www.gotatrade.co.nz Vocational Pathways - www.youthguarantee.net.nz/vocational-pathways/ Digital Careers - http://digitalcareers.co.nz Primary ITO - www.primaryito.ac.nz Defence Careers - https://www.defencecareers.mil.nz/

The curriculum, years 10 to 13 10 Year 10 All students take English, Mathematics and Statistics, Science, Social Studies and Physical Education and Health. We recommend that students should aim to have a balanced course in Year 10 by selecting options from each of the remaining essential learning areas: Languages (French, Japanese, Te Reo Māori and Spanish), Technology (Multi-materials Technology, Technology Electronic and Control Technologies, Technology Textiles, Food Technology, Design - Architectural and Product, Digital Technologies), The Arts (Art, Contemporary Music, Performance Music, Drama) and Business. Between two and four option subjects are selected, depending on whether or not these are full year or half year courses. Full year option subjects include any Language or Performance Music. Half year option subjects include all Technology Subjects, Art, Drama and Contemporary Music. Although most of these option subjects can be picked up for the first time at Year 11, Year 10 study in these subjects provides a very useful background or basis for Year 11 study. For some options, Year 10 study is essential for taking a subject at Year 11. Included in this group of options are the Languages. It is important to check the Year 11 course outlines for specific entry requirement details which relate to Year 10 study. Students complete a common assessment task for Numeracy and Literacy in Term 4. These are worth 10 NCEA credits each (10 Numeracy, 5 Writing, 5 Reading). These are a requirement for achieving any NCEA qualification. Year 11 There are three compulsory subjects at Year 11 - English, Mathematics and Statistics, and Science and/or Agricultural Science. All Year 11 students select three optional subjects in addition to the compulsory ones. Students may study both Science and Agricultural Science. At Year 11 the qualification entered is the National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 1. Courses that are at NCEA Level 1 can be identified by the course codes eg DRA101, MAT101, SCI102 etc. Most subjects at Year 11 assess a number of Achievement Standards and each of these standards is worth a number of credits. Credits are awarded at three levels - the pass level is achieved, with higher levels of achievement being defined as achieved with merit and achieved with excellence. There is also the not achieved level which is below the achieved standard. Some subjects offer assessment by way of Unit Standards. In contrast to Achievement Standards, Unit Standards are only awarded at an achieved level, i.e. the standard is achieved or not achieved. In order to gain the NCEA Level 1 qualification in 2024 a student must achieve 60 credits at the achieved level or above from Unit Standards or Achievement Standards. Students must also gain 10 numeracy credits and 10 literacy credits as well as their 60 credits in their 80 credits. In all subjects, assessment is by way of internal and external assessment. External assessment will usually involve an examination during November although in some subjects external assessment will occur when a folio of work is sent from the school for external marking in the form of a common assessment task.

11 Year 12 All fourth year students at Cashmere High School are in Year 12. Any student who has completed three years at Cashmere High School or the equivalent at other secondary schools will be admitted to Year 12. In selecting subjects, students must be aware of which subjects can be taken for NCEA Level 3 in Year 13. The majority of Year 13 students enter for NCEA Level 3 so it is essential that all intending Year 12 students consider the pathways to NCEA Level 3 in Year 13. Most students from Year 12 will study subjects appropriate to NCEA Level 2. These courses can be identified by the course codes eg DRA201, BIO201, MAT202. In some subjects a mixture of Level 1 and Level 2 Standards may be assessed . All Year 12 students are required to complete a one period per week Health Studies HST201 (page 44). At Cashmere High School students take six subjects in Year 12. For Year 12 the qualification entered is the National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 2. In order to gain the NCEA Level 2 qualification a student must achieve 80 credits at the achieved level or above, 60 of these at Level 2 or above and Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy. In all subjects assessment is by way of internal and external assessment. External assessment will usually involve an examination during November although in some subjects external assessment will occur when a folio of work is sent from the school for external marking. Year 13 All fifth year students at Cashmere High are in Year 13. Students are expected to study five subjects. Many individual subjects have their own entry requirements. A variety of courses are available at this level. Most students in Year 13 will study subjects appropriate to NCEA Level 3 and these courses can be identified by the course codes eg CHE301, DTP301. In order to gain the NCEA Level 3 qualification a student must achieve 80 credits at the achieved level or above, 60 of these at Level 3 or above and the remaining 20 at Level 2 or above and Level 1 Literacy and Level 1 Numeracy. In all subjects assessment is by way of internal and external assessment. External assessment will usually involve an examination during November although in some subjects external assessment will occur when a folio of work is sent from the school for external marking. NZ Scholarship Award Scholarship is an examination which students can sit in addition to each NCEA Level 3 examination. Scholarships are awarded on a subject by subject basis and financial awards are made to students who achieve Scholarships. Information about the NZ Scholarship Award examinations will be distributed before examination entries are finalised. Multi-Level Study Senior students can study at Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 or a mixture of all three. This flexibility allows students to: • make new subject choices • extend themselves in areas of excellence • reinforce learning where they have experienced difficulties • develop basic skills for employment • shape a course suited to individual needs.

12 Recognising Higher Level Achievement in NCEA It is possible for students to achieve recognition for achievement at Merit or Excellence in two ways: Subject Endorsements: A student must achieve at least 14 credits in a subject in one year. Those credits must include at least 3 from an internal assessment and at least 3 from an external assessment (the 3+3 rule). Subject endorsed with Achieved requires the student to have at least 14 credits at Achieved or higher. Subject endorsement with Merit requires the student to have at least 14 credits at Merit or higher and endorsement with Excellence at least 14 credits at that level. Certificate Endorsement: A student can achieve their certificate with a Merit or Excellence endorsement. To achieve a Level Certificate endorsed with Merit requires the student to achieve 50 credits at Merit level or higher. To achieve a certificate with Excellence requires the student to have achieved 50 credits at Excellence level. Course Costs All costs are indicative, based on our best efforts to estimate as accurately as possible. If they vary slightly from what shows on your student account statement, it will have been outside of our control, but should not be significant. For many subjects, teachers will recommend educational support resources such as workbooks or subscriptions to online resources. The school requests payment for these, however it is not compulsory. Families can now claim a tax credit for these voluntary payments. Practical subjects (Art and Technology) incur a ‘project materials’ (take home) fee. These vary depending on the project being completed, and payment is required. Curriculum related activities and trips enhance student’s learning, however they also incur costs eg transport, which the school cannot cover from its operations funding. Unfortunately if we are unable to recoup these costs, we may not be able to continue providing these activities and trips as part of our courses. Families can now claim a tax credit for these voluntary payments as well. At the start of each year, all students receive a $10 credit on their photocopy account (through the school’s software system) to cover curriculum related printing/photocopying. Thereafter, students can top up their photocopy account at the student reception. Other Costs Personal stationery - students are required to supply their own. The school will specify items suitable for each curriculum subject and year level (lists will be available on our school website). The school does reserve the right to charge for damage caused by students to school property or resources, including potential theft or loss of school property issued to the student for their safe use. Investigation of any such incidents are overseen by the Principal, and the student’s family is communicated with as part of this process.

UNDERSTANDING UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE AND NCEA To gain University Entrance students will need the following: Achievement of NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at Level 3 or higher and 20 credits at Level 2 or higher). 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 Maori and Te Reo Rangatira Level 2 standards, or • Two specific Level 4 English for academic purposes unit standards, or • An academic literacy common assessment tool (CAT) at Level 3 (no credit value, run by NZQA) UE requirement will continue to be the minimum requirement for entry to university. Many universities have additional requirements. Students should check these at the Careers Centre. Approved Subjects at Cashmere High School as at 26 July 2023. You must have at least three of these subjects. NOTE: If senior students enter two or more Technology subjects they are required to have their subject choices checked for credit overlap by the Head of Faculty. Students must ensure they check the course they enter into has 14 approved University Credits (Achievement Standards). Some subjects are awaiting approval. An updated list of UE approved subjects will be available on the NZQA website www.nzqa.govt.nz Other subjects available at Cashmere High School : 13 • Art Design • Art History • Art Painting • Art Photography • Art Printmaking • Biology • Business Studies • Chemistry • Construction & Mechanical Technology • Classical Studies • Dance • Design - Architectural & Product • Digital Technologies (301 only) • Drama • Earth & Space Science • Economics • English • Fashion & Textiles Technology • Food Technology • French • Geography • Health • History • Japanese • Calculus • Statistics • Media Studies • Music • Physical Education 301 • Physics • Spanish • Te Reo Māori • Agriculture 301 • Early Childhood Education • Hospitality • Digital Tech 302 • Electronics • Outdoor Education • Tourism • Performing Arts Technology • Physical Education 302 Please Note: At the time of printing this information was correct. However, as NZQA is the governing body this information is subject to change.

14 EXCHANGE PROGRAMMES A large number of exchange programmes operate. Often these involve students living with a host family and attending school in another country. The exchanges range from 6-12 weeks through to a full year. There are also programmes for students as they leave school. These programmes are based around work in another country. Accommodation and spending money are provided. Some of these exchanges offer scholarships or financial assistance. All of them allow students to take part in another way of life and in many cases, the learning of a new language and life long friendships are important outcomes. Information is available from the Careers Centre.

15 PREPARING FOR TERTIARY STUDY AND EMPLOYMENT The following programmes can help this process STAR Courses Introduce students to tertiary courses. These are usually 1-3 days long, run in school time and held at ARA or other training providers. Spaces are usually reserved for senior students, but junior students are sometimes considered. Work Exploration Students spend time in the workplace with the aim of gaining an understanding of that particular career area. This programme is available for senior students only. Students are placed for 3-5 days and this can take place in school time or during the holidays. Work Shadowing Differs from work exploration in that the emphasis is on observation rather than doing and is for a shorter time, usually 1-2 days. Liaison Visits Many tertiary institutions visit the school and hold seminars on the courses they offer. Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Application, Interview Skills Students can receive assistance writing a CV and letters of application. Interview skills can also be reviewed and practised. This is available in the Careers Centre upon request. Career Planning Available on an individual basis by appointment with the Career Pathways Teacher. The Gateway Programme The Gateway programme, Te Tomokanga, builds links between school and industry, and allows us to offer workplace learning opportunities. Students involved in NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3 have the opportunity to pursue these qualifications at school while also beginning a trade/career specific qualification. Year 9 Careers Unit focusing on use of Careers NZ website and the Careers Centre is taken by the Career Pathways Teacher. Year 10 Careers Unit focusing on careers exploration, taken by the Career Pathways Teacher and Social Studies teacher. Year 11 Students complete Future Indicative and work on a Careers Unit with the Career Pathways Teacher. This involves looking ahead at future careers and appropriate subject choice. Year 12 Time is spent in the Life Skills course and with the Career Pathways Teacher investigating career options and their requirements. Students are encouraged to make individual appointments, attend seminars and take part in outside events. Year 13 Individual appointments. All students are encouraged to attend seminars, careers expos and work experience.

Indicates a pathway that needs approval from the Head of Art Faculty of Creative & Performing Arts - Ngā Toi 16 * History of Art is a very valuable companion to Art and other courses # PAT 123 is open entry at Y11 and does not require prior studies in the Arts.. Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Art Dance Year 12 Year 13 Design Design Painting Painting Visual Art Visual Art Visual Art 101 Photography Photography Print Making Print Making 10MUSP 10MUSC MUS101 MUS121 Y10 Dance DCE101 History of Art* History of Art* DCE201 DCE301 Drama Music Drama Drama DRA101 DRA201 DRA301 MUS201 MUS221 PAT123# MUS301 MUS321 Music

ART Topics: Students explore a range of artistic ideas, art-making media and techniques over two terms. A foundation of drawing skills leads to a wide array of art projects ranging from two-dimensional paintings and prints to sculptures or installation art. Skills: drawing using a range of media, painting, printmaking and design techniques, analysing artworks, using art-making conventions, researching artists, creative thinking, initiative and independence. ART Topics: Students build upon the skills learned in junior courses by developing their ideas based around individual themes. A workbook for class units is coupled with a folio presentation of their finest work. Units cover all art fields allowing students to make informed choices about specialising in subsequent courses. Skills: drawing using a range of media, painting, printmaking, photography, design techniques, analysing artworks, applying art-making conventions, researching artists, creative thinking, initiative and independence. ART DESIGN Topics: This course utilises creative thinking processes and the fundamentals of visual communication. Students define their own projects with guidance. Graphic design underpins illustration, advertising and corporate branding, including: logo development, poster, magazine layout, website design and packaging. Skills: research, conceptual drawing related to artist models, investigating and studying current practice digital design-using Illustrator, scanning, digital image-capture, layout, image manipulation, time-management and planning. Note: Art computer lab available in class, Adobe Illustrator is strongly recommended for use at home or on devices, affordable student licences may be purchased through the school. 10ARTC Entry Requirements: Completion of Year 9 Art desirable. Credits: Nil Course Costs: Personal art pack $20 and $10 projects materials fee. Contact: Ms Blair ART101 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of a junior art course and/or approval of the HOD Credits: 10 Internal, 10 External. Course Costs: Personal Art pack $25 and projects materials fee $50. Contact: Ms Blair DES201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 1 Art and/or approval of the HOD Credits: Up to 20 (8 Internal, 12 External) Course Costs: Personal Art pack $25, projects materials fee $50. Contact: Mr Beardsley Arts 17

ART PAINTING Topics: Students explore drawing/painting media and processes in-depth before embarking on a personal study of art-making towards their final folio. Contemporary painting practices are the foundation for students' research, investigation and application of art-making conventions. Skills: drawing using a wide range of media, painting, compositional and art theory, mixed media experimentation, applying artists conventions, research and analysis of artworks and artists, creative thinking, and independent work-habits. PAI201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 1 Art and/or approval of the HOD Credits: up to 24 (12 Internal, 12 External) Course Costs: Personal Art pack $35 and projects materials fee $65. Contact: Ms Blair Arts ART PHOTOGRAPHY Topics: An introduction to techniques and ideas that underlie the practice of Photography and the application of these into individual folio projects. Traditional black and white darkroom techniques, digital image capture and manipulation are covered, as well as a range of camera functions and effects. Skills: Researching artist models, using art-making conventions to create images, darkroom processes, studio lighting, image manipulation using Photoshop, time management and planning. PHT201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 1 Art and/or approval of the HOD Credits: Up to 24 (12 Internal, 12 External) Course Costs: Personal Art pack $15, projects materials fee $50 and Folio printing $50. Contact: Ms Blair ART PRINTMAKING Topics: Individual thematically based studies allow students to reference a variety of artist models. Drawings will be used to develop and resolve ideas. Appropriate printmaking techniques and processes selected from the range presented with the opportunity for experimentation that can result in exciting works. Skills: Researching and analysing artist models, drawing as a central means of developing ideas, applying compositional and pictorial conventions, using a range of printmaking techniques from mono-printing, to collagraphs and linocut, sound time management and planning. PRI201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 1 Art and/or approval of the HOD Credits: Up to 24 (12 Internal, 12 External) Course Costs: Personal Art pack $35 and projects materials fee $50. Contact: Ms Blair HISTORY OF ART Topics: 'Towards Modernism.' Students will gain knowledge and appreciation of the masterpieces created in France during the period from 1780 to 1900. You will find out why art works from the period are valued at over $200 million … and even learn why Van Gogh cut part of his ear off. This course complements any practical course and will be beneficial to any students who wish to travel overseas. Skills: Analysis and interpretation of art works, responding to art in the environment, research and discussion techniques, structuring and writing of essays and articles. ARH201 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 20 UE Literary Reading credits - 4 UE Literary Writing credits - 8 Course Costs: Nil Contact: Mr Johnson HISTORY OF ART Topics: Early Renaissance Art and Early Modernist Art. Students will study and appreciate the cultural wonders of these worlds. The course evaluates the impact of these two ground breaking periods of western civilisation. Students will be able to appreciate these treasures when they travel abroad on their 'overseas experiences.' This course also complements any practical course of art study. Skills: Analysis, interpretation and evaluation of art works, discussion skills, research techniques, essay writing skills, and examination strategies. ARH301 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 20 UE Literary Reading credits - 12 UE Literary Writing credits - 8 Course Costs: Nil 18 Contact: Mr Johnson

Arts ART DESIGN Topics: This course builds on the skills and techniques learned in ARD201. It utilises creative thinking processes and the fundamentals of visual communication. Students define their own projects, with guidance. Graphic design underpins corporate briefs such as; logo development, poster, magazine layout, website design as well as illustration. Skills: research, conceptual drawing related to artist models, investigating and studying current practice digital design-using Illustrator, scanning image-capture (digital camera), layout and image manipulation, time-management and planning. Note: Art computer lab available in class, Adobe Illustrator is strongly recommended for use at home or on devices,affordable student licences may be purchased through the school. DES301 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 2 Design and/or approval of the HOD Credits: Up to 22 (8 Internal, 14 External) University Entrance Approved Course Costs: Personal Art pack $25, projects materials fee $50. Contact: Mr Beardsley ART PAINTING Topics: This course examines the development of ideas through drawing and painting processes. Students generate ideas from a subject or theme chosen in consultation with their teacher and artist models will be used to learn techniques from. Appropriate painting, as well as mixed media techniques (incorporating digital, print and photographic media) will be developed during this course which prepares students for entry into associated tertiary courses. Skills: Researching and analysing artist models, drawing as a central means of developing ideas, applying compositional and pictorial conventions, using a range of painting media and techniques from water-colour to impasto acrylic and latex resist, sound time management and planning. PAI301 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 2 Painting and/or approval of the HOD Credits: Up to 24 (10 Internal, 14 External) University Entrance Approved Course Costs: Personal Art pack $35 and projects materials fee $65. Contact: Ms Blair ART PHOTOGRAPHY Topics: Students refine their technical skills through a methodical, in-depth study of an individual theme. A variety of photographic models will assist them with their learning and the extension of their ideas. This course prepares students for associated tertiary courses with a sound knowledge of traditional photographic processes, creative problem solving skills and basic Photoshop techniques. it also supports students in other industries where photographic skills are an asset. Skills: research and planning drawings, sequencing and developing ideas, compositional conventions, analysing artist models, darkroom and digital processes, Photoshop image adjustments, creating file dumps, time management and planning. PHT301 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 2 Photography and/or approval of the HOD Credits: Up to 24 (10 Internal, 14 External) University Entrance Approved Course Costs: Personal Art pack $25, projects materials fee $50 and Folio printing $70. Contact: Ms Blair ART PRINTMAKING Topics: Individual thematically based studies allow students to reference a variety of artist models. Drawing to develop and resolve ideas. Selected printmaking techniques and processes from the range presented with opportunities for experimentation that can result in exciting works. Skills: Individual thematically based studies allow students to reference a variety of artist models. Drawing to develop and resolve ideas. Selected printmaking techniques and processes from the range presented with opportunities for experimentation that can result in exciting works. Note: Art computer lab available PRI301 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Level 2 Printmaking and/or approval of the HOD Credits: Up to 24 (10 Internal, 14 External) University Entrance Approved Course Costs: Personal Art pack $35 and projects materials fee $50. Contact: Ms Blair 19

Dance DANCE Topics: Students will be introduced to, and study a wide of Dance forms, whilst being able to focus their work in their preferred style. They will investigate how Dance can be used to expand an audience’s understanding of narratives and themes important to our students. All students will be expected to be part of the end of year showcase. Skills: Students will be exposed to a variety of genres, dance performances and choreographic processes. They will investigate the functions, create, problem-solve, reflect and refine ideas to reach common goals all within the world of Dance. Guest tutors will be a regular feature of this Achievement Standard, Literacy-Rich and Wellbeing focused subject. DCE 101 Entry Requirements: Requirements: Students must have evidence of current or recent Dance involvement. Students may be required to complete a short audition Credits: 10 internal, 10 external. Course Costs: $50 for visiting tutors and performances. Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown DANCE Topics: Students will be introduced to, and study all of the aspects of becoming a Dance Practitioner. This will include: Basic Technique, Varying Dance Styles, Choreography Skills, and responding to Dance Briefs. Students will have an opportunity to perform in the end of year Dance Showcase. Skills: Students will be exposed to a variety of genres, dance performances and choreographic processes. Students will perform a range of dances in various styles, allowing them to use their existing skills as well as learn new ones. DCE 101 Entry Requirements: Open entry course, recommended that students have some Dance experience. Credits: Nil. Course Costs: Nil. Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown DANCE Topics: Students will investigate and develop their understanding of how Dance can be used to expose societal themes and issues. They will investigate how Dance has been used in different places and moments of history to expand and challenge people’s understanding of societal issues. All students will be expected to be part of the end of year showcase. Skills: Students will be exposed to a variety of a greater variety of genres, dance performances and choreographic processes. They will investigate the functions, create, problem-solve, reflect and refine ideas to reach common goals all within the world of Dance. Guest tutors will be a regular feature of this Achievement Standard, Literacy-Rich and Wellbeing focused subject. DCE 201 Entry Requirements: Successful completion of DCE101 or evidence of Dance involvement at a similar level.Students may be required to complete a short audition. Credits: 18 internal Course Costs: $50 for visiting tutors and performances. Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown DANCE Topics: Students will be challenged throughout this course to expand both their Dance ability and understanding of ‘What is Dance?’. They will investigate and develop an understanding of how, when and why innovation has occurred in the world of Dance. They will investigate and develop their interpretation of style in order to produce a series of performances that reflect their personal relationship with Dance and the world around them. All students will be expected to be part of the end of year showcase. Skills: Students will be exposed to an ever-expanding variety of genres, dance performances, choreographic processes and innovation. They will investigate the functions, create, problem-solve, reflect and refine ideas to reach common goals all within the world of Dance. Guest tutors will be a regular feature of this Achievement Standard, Literacy-Rich, University Entrance and Wellbeing focused subject. DCE 301 Entry Requirements: Successful completion of DCE201 or evidence of Dance involvement at a similar level.Students may be required to complete a short audition. Credits: 22 internal University Entrance approved Course Costs: $50 for visiting tutors and performances. Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown 20

Drama DRAMA Topics: Students will study a range of theatre styles and skills that investigate how theatre has, and can be used to educate audiences about social issues. They will do so through a diverse range of topics including: Chorus and Mask, Devising, Documentary Drama, Playback Theatre, and Script work. Students will be required for 1 evening assessment. Skills: Students will engage with peers and the community through 'Discovery Topics', investigate the functions and purpose of performance, initiate and refining ideas with others to achieve common goals, understand and apply theatrical tools, identify how meaning is created in performance. 10 DRAMA Entry Requirements: Students must have successfully completed Year 9 Drama and be signed in by their classroom Teacher. Credits: Nil Course Costs: Nil Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown DRAMA Topics: Students will use theatre as a means to investigate how theatre can and has inspire peoples. They will do so through the investigation of; Stage Performance, New Zealand Theatre, and Theatre in Education. Throughout the topics students will be encouraged to use theatre as a means to lift the spirits of a community. This is a literacy-rich course. Students will be required for 1 evening assessment. Skills: Throughout the course students will be exposed to 'Discovery Questions' that encourage students to question and think creatively about the world around them. They will build on the skills and; investigate the functions and purpose of performance, initiate and refining ideas with others to achieve common goals, understand and apply theatrical tools, identify how meaning is created in performance. DRA101 Entry Requirements: Students must have successfully completed Year 10 Drama and be signed in by their classroom Teacher. Credits: 10 internal, 10 external. Course Costs: $50 for visiting tutors and shows. Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown DRAMA Topics: Students will study how theatre has been used to challenge social and political norms. They will investigate this in historical and contemporary contexts through the study of; Shakespeare and his work, Epic Theatre, Commedia dell'arte, and One Act plays. In each topic students will seek to raise a question or expose an issue in the society of the theatre style. This is a literacy-rich course. Students will be required for 1 evening assessment. Skills: Throughout the course students will be exposed to 'Discovery Challenges' that encourage students to participate in a dialogue with each other and their community in order to challenge social problems. They will build on the skills and; investigate the functions and purpose of performance, initiate and refining ideas with others to achieve common goals, understand and apply theatrical tools, identify how meaning is created in performance. DRA201 Entry Requirements: Students must gain 8 credits in DRA101. Those that do not meet this requirement must apply to the Head of Department for consideration. Credits: 17 internal and 4 optional external credits. Including up to 21 Literacy Credits. Course Costs: $50 for visiting tutors and shows. Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown DRAMA Topics: Students will study a range of theatre topics that drives them to create and innovate when addressing social and political topics. They will investigate the work of selected Theatre Innovators and Theatre Innovations including, Absurdism, Stanislavski, Artaud, Theatre of Cruelty. All work will be driven by the passions and interests of the individual student. This course is a University Entrance and literacy-rich course. Students will be required for 1 evening assessment. Scholarship - Scholarship opportunities will be offered to selected students, the details of which will be made available. Skills: Throughout the course students will be exposed to 'Innovation Topics' that offer students the opportunity to create theatre that reflects their own voice. Students will investigate how others have put their mark on the world of theatre and be encouraged to do the same. They will build on the skills and; investigate the functions and purpose of performance, initiate and refining ideas with others to achieve common goals, understand and apply theatrical tools, identify how meaning is created in performance. DRA301 Entry Requirements: Students must gain 9 credits in DRA201. Those that do not meet this requirement must apply to the Head of Department for consideration. Credits: 17 internal and 4 optional external credits. Including up to 17 Literacy Credits. University Entrance approved. Course Costs: $50 for visiting tutors and shows. Contact: Mr Edwards-Brown 21

Music PERFORMANCE MUSIC Topics: Performing as soloists and in groups, Composition, Songwriting & Film Music, Music Technology & Recording, History & Development of Music, Theory & Aural. Skills: Students will get opportunities to work with music writing and recording software to create music, film scores, songs etc. Through exploring a wide range of music they will learn how to be better performers as soloists and also by performing together in groups. This course is a jumping point to expose them to a wide variety of music skills, before they consider moving into senior music. 10MUSP - Full Year Course Entry Requirements: Students should be learning an instrument/voice and participate in a school music group, band etc. Entry may be by audition Course Costs: Possible field trips. Contact: Mr Bartley CONTEMPORARY MUSIC Topics: Solo & Group Performance, Composition, Music Technology, Theory & Aural, Music Genre Study Skills: Group and Solo Performance on Keyboard, Guitar and your own instrument. Music Technology recording using GarageBand and Ipads for composition. The theory and conventions of music. Using your ears to recognise aspects & elements of music in context, with focused listening and the history and culture of pop and film music. 10MUSC - Half Year Course Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Course Costs: Possible field trips. Contact: Mr Zilber MUSIC STUDIES Topics: Music is a rich part of the diverse cultures of Aotearoa New Zealand. Through music, students can develop a deeper understanding of themselves, and explore music in different contexts. Students will study: ● Performance as soloists and in groups ● Composition and Songwriting ● Aural and Listening ● Theory through studying Scores ● Understanding the context of Musical works Skills: Developing performance skills to give ākonga confidence to present music as a soloist or in a group. Learning to compose their own original music, in a style of their choice. Developing the ear through focused listening, recognising features in music and integration with theory conventions and musical scores. MUS101 Entry Requirements: Y10 Performance Music or equivalent by application to HoD Credits: 2-25 depending on standards chosen. Course Costs: Printed music as recommended by the instrumental teacher. $20 for piano accompaniment for solo assessments and possible field trips. Contact: Mr Bartley CONTEMPORARY MUSIC Topics: Aotearoa New Zealand has a proud history of contemporary music artists both domestically and internationally. Through Contemporary Music, ākonga will develop practical industry based skills in performance, composition and digital music production. Students will study: ● Solo & Group Performance ● Composition ● Digital Music Technology ● Recording and Live Sound Production Skills: Learning to prepare and present Solo and Group Performances to an audience. Developing Digital music production skills on industry standard DAW software and hardware to capture composition ideas. Developing Composition skills through analytical aural listening of contemporary music and a range of other styles. MUS121 Entry Requirements: Y10 Performance Music or equivalent by application to HoD. Credits: 2-25 depending on standards chosen. Course Costs: Printed music as recommended by the instrumental teacher. Contact: Matua Clay 22

Music CONTEMPORARY MUSIC Topics: Aotearoa New Zealand has a proud history of contemporary music artists both domestically and internationally. Through Contemporary Music, ākonga will develop practical industry based skills in performance, composition and digital music production. Students will study: ● Solo & Group Performance ● Composition ● Digital Music Technology ● Recording and Live Sound Production Skills: Learning to prepare and present high quality Solo and Group Performances to an audience. Advancing Digital music production skills on industry standard DAW software and hardware to capture and produce original compositions. Gaining a higher understanding of song writing through developing analytical aural listening skills of contemporary music and a range of other styles MUS221 Entry Requirements: MUS121, MUS101 or equivalent by application to HoD. Credits: Up to 30 (No external credits) Students choose an IEP - Individual Education Programme from the standards available. Typically 20-24 credits. Course Costs: Printed music as recommended by the instrumental teacher. Contact: Matua Clay MUSIC STUDIES Topics: In this subject, ākonga can develop confidence in their ability to express themselves creatively and emotionally through making original music and performing to an audience. They can learn about music as a craft, with its own structures, elements, tikanga, and symbols. Students will study: ● Performance as soloists, in groups and conducting ● Composition, Songwriting and arranging ● Aural and Listening ● Harmonic writing and theory ● Understanding the context of Musical works Skills: Developing performance skills to give students confidence to present music as a soloist or in a group. Learning to rehearse and conduct ensembles. Writing substantial, original compositions by developing and structuring ideas while exploring textural and timbral changes. Devising Arrangements for an ensemble learning the skills of chord interpretation and voicing, orchestration and stylistic features. Further development of the ear and integrating this with advanced theory, harmony & analysis of music. To investigate, collect, analyse and interpret information to draw insightful conclusions. MUS301 Entry Requirements: MUS201, MUS221 or equivalent by application to HoD. Credits: Up to 58. (42 Internal, 16 External) Students choose an IEP - Individual Education Programme from the standards available. Typically 20-24 credits. UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4 UE Literacy Reading Credits 6 Course Costs: Printed music as recommended by the instrumental teacher. Contact: Mr Bartley MUSIC STUDIES Topics: Learning about music enables ākonga to understand it as a sonic language born of context that communicates layered meaning. They can learn to express and interpret ideas within diverse creative, technological, and cultural frameworks. Students will study: ● Performance as soloists and in groups ● Composition, Songwriting and Instrumentation ● Aural and Listening ● Theory through studying Scores ● Understanding the context of Musical works Skills: Developing performance skills to give students confidence to present music as a soloist or in a group. Writing substantial, original compositions by developing and structuring ideas while exploring textural and timbral changes. Developing the ear through focused listening, recognising features in music and integration with theory conventions and musical scores. MUS201 Entry Requirements: MUS101, MUS121 or equivalent by application to HoD. Credits: Up to 40 (26 Internal, 14 External) Students choose an IEP - Individual Education Programme, from the standards available. Typically 20-24 credits. UE Literacy Writing Credits 6 Course Costs: Printed music as recommended by the instrumental teacher. Contact: Mr Zilber 23

Music PERFORMING ARTS TECHNOLOGY Topics: Stage Lighting, Sound Technology, Lighting Design, Sound Control and Enhancement processes, Stage and Venue Management and Production. This course allows students with an interest in Performing Arts Technology to work on the technical requirements for our school events, while gaining knowledge and skills in this area. They will also have the opportunity to work in professional venues outside of the school for specific events. Skills: Working with lighting equipment to setup, operate and design lighting for a given project. Working with sound equipment to setup, operate and enhance sound for an event. Developing understanding of how performing arts technology works and how it can be best used to effect, enhance and contribute to an event. Learn how events are managed from from house to the stage and everything behind the scenes. PAT123 Entry Requirements: This course can be taken at Level 1,2 or 3. Credits: 18-24 Credits depending on Level Each student will be on an IEP - Individual Education Programme depending on their areas of interest. University Entrance Approved Level 3 (depending on the standards chosen) UE Literacy Reading Credits 6 Course Costs: $20 for field trips Contact: Mr Bartley CONTEMPORARY MUSIC Topics: Aotearoa New Zealand has a proud history of contemporary music artists both domestically and internationally. Through Contemporary Music, ākonga will develop practical industry based skills in performance, composition and digital music production. Students will study: ● Solo & Group Performance ● Composition ● Song Writing ● Digital Music Technology ● Recording and Live Sound Production ● Research Skills: Choosing an IEP that suits the individual's musical aspirations, majoring in Performance, Composition or Digital Music Production. Learning to prepare and present high quality Solo and Group Performance programmes to an audience. Utilising Digital music production and recording skills on industry standard DAW software and hardware to capture premium recordings of compositions. Gaining a higher understanding of songwriting and lyricism through developing analytical aural listening skills of contemporary music and a range of other styles. MUS321 Entry Requirements: MUS221 or MUS201 or equivalent by application to HoD. Credits: Up to 48 (No external credits) Students choose an IEP - Individual Education Programme from the credits available. Typically 20-24 credits. UE Literacy Reading Credits 6 Course Costs: Printed music as recommended by the instrumental teacher. Contact: Matua Clay 24

25 Faculty of English - Te Reo Inagrihi Most likely Path Possible Path ENL101 English Literature ENGLISH ENG102 Foundation English ENG101 English ENL201 English Literature ENG202 Foundation English ENG201 English ENL301 English Literature ENG301 English MED101 Media Studies MEDIA STUDIES MED201 Media Studies MED301 Media Studies OPTIONAL

English - Te Reo Inagrihi ENGLISH Topics: Personal reading, literature study, writing in a variety of styles, advertising and film study. These tasks are designed to extend and develop existing language skills and provide the foundation for the study of English at a senior level. Skills: Reading, writing, viewing, presenting, listening and speaking skills are required. YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 10 Level 1 credits available through the Level 1 Literacy co-requisite. Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mrs Amos ENGLISH - CAMBRIDGE EXTENSION Topics: Cambridge writing folio, Cambridge International Examination (CIE) First Language English content, novel or drama study, film/close viewing study. These tasks are designed to extend students and promote the higher order thinking skills required for Excellence and Scholarship in the study of English at a senior level. Skills: Synthesis, inference, the ability to order facts and present opinions effectively, wide-ranging vocabulary, accuracy in syntax, grammar, spelling and punctuation. YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: The top academic banded class will study towards the Cambridge International Examination (CIE) First Language English subject at the IGCSE Level. Selection is based on performance in Year 9. Credits: 10 Level 1 credits available through the Level 1 Literacy co-requisite. Course Costs: $125 for entry to gain the Cambridge International Examination (IGCSE) Qualification and $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr Barker / Mr McKersey ENGLISH LITERATURE - LEVEL 1 Topics: Topics covered in this course will include: creative writing, literature studies, short stories, poetry and close reading of unfamiliar texts. Students who have a passion for studying a broad range of literature are encouraged to take this course. Skills: Students will learn to evaluate written and visual texts and respond to them with a structured response. A focus will be placed on writing with increasing fluency and the interpretation of how writers use language and text conventions to create meaning and effects. ENL101 Entry Requirements: Proven ability to write accurately, read with confidence, and complete English assessments to a satisfactory standard, as recommended by your 2023 English teacher. Credits: 20 Level 1 credits (10 internal, 10 external). Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Weggery / Mr. Coburn ENGLISH - LEVEL 1 Topics: Topics covered in this course will include: formal writing, biographical and documentary texts, close reading, visual language, oratory skills to communicate effectively and skills to respond to unfamiliar texts. Skills: Students will focus on a broad range of written, visual and oral texts. An emphasis will be placed on the study of non-fiction texts and how to respond to them. Students will continue to develop core literacy skills. ENG101 Entry Requirements: Proven ability to write accurately, read with confidence, and complete English assessments to a satisfactory standard, as recommended by your 2023 English teacher. Credits: 20 Level 1 credits (10 internal, 10 external). Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Coburn / Mr. Weggery 26

English - Te Reo Inagrihi FOUNDATION ENGLISH - LEVEL 1 Topics: This course will be paced to allow students to work on their written accuracy, close reading and oratory skills. Students will work through Literacy Unit Standards with a combination of the new NCEA standards. This is an internally assessed course. Skills: This course will benefit students who wish to work on extending their core literacy skills and broadening their general understanding of the English language. ENG102 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 20 Level 1 credits (internal only, made up of Unit Standards and Achievement standards). Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Coburn / Mr. Weggery ENGLISH LITERATURE - LEVEL 2 Topics: This course focuses on literature and students will explore connections across a range of texts. Students will analyse written and visual texts, and respond to them in a structured way. Opportunities to write in a range of styles will be offered. Skills: Students will analyse how writers and directors use language and text conventions to create meaning and effects. A folio of work will allow them to demonstrate accuracy and flair in a range of written genres. Students wishing to sit the English Scholarship examination are encouraged to take this course. ENL201 Entry Requirements: Gained at least 6 credits from internal NCEA achievement standards and a pass in the school examinations in their Level 1 English course. Students without these minimum requirements may apply to the English HOF for consideration. Credits: 20 Level 2 credits (16 internal, 4 external). UE Literacy Writing credits: 6 UE Literacy Reading or Writing credits: 4 Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Weggery / Mr. Coburn ENGLISH - LEVEL 2 Topics: This course focuses on studying topics with a non-fiction lens. Students will study and produce a range of visual, written and oral texts. There is a focus on students creating their own texts through the crafting of a portfolio of writing, writing a speech and creating a visual text. Critical reading skills will be developed through studying a range of poetry, non-fiction and prose texts. Skills: Students will: read and respond to texts with more mature themes and concepts, use their own experiences, ideas and perceptions to analyse, respond to and create texts, produce work that is in-depth and well-crafted and write with increasing accuracy in grammar and punctuation. ENG201 Entry Requirements: Gained at least 6 credits from internal NCEA achievement standards and a pass in the school examinations in their Level 1 English course. Students without these minimum requirements may apply to the English HOF for consideration. Credits: 19 (15 internal, 4 external) UE Literacy Writing credits: 6 UE Literacy Writing or Reading Credits: 4 Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Coburn / Mr. Weggery FOUNDATION ENGLISH - LEVEL 2 Topics: This course focuses on writing in a range of genres, a film study, wide reading and speeches. This course is designed to assist students who require literacy support to complete Level 2 English. Students will also learn to craft accurate written material for the workplace and will prepare a C.V. Skills: Students will use their own experiences, ideas, and perceptions to analyse, respond to and create texts, write with increasing accuracy in grammar and punctuation, and speak with confidence to express ideas. This course will be of benefit to students who wish to work on their core literacy skills and general understanding of the English language. ENG202 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 14 Level 2 (all internally assessed) Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Coburn / Mr. Weggery 27

English - Te Reo Inagrihi ENGLISH LITERATURE - LEVEL 3 Topics: This course focuses on literature and builds on the ENL201 course. Students will explore connections across texts and undertake an in-depth study of a novel or play using a range of critical perspectives to inform their understanding. A writing portfolio will explore a different range of styles and topics. The external examination will focus on a studied written text. Students wishing to sit the English Scholarship examination are encouraged to take this course. Skills: By understanding how language works, students are equipped to make appropriate language choices and apply them in a range of contexts. The study of New Zealand and world literature contributes to students’ developing sense of identity and their understanding of the world. ENL301 Entry Requirements: Gained at least 10 credits from internal NCEA achievement standards and a pass in the school examinations in their Level 2 English course. Students without these minimum requirements may apply to the English HOF for consideration. Credits: 18 Level 3 credits (14 internal, 4 external) University Entrance approved (14 internal, 4 external) UE Literacy Reading credits: 4 UE Literacy Writing credits: 6 UE Literacy Reading or Writing credits: 4 Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Weggery / Mr. Coburn ENGLISH - LEVEL 3 Topics: This course allows students to study and produce a range of visual, written and oral texts. Students will look at: connections across texts, learn how to craft pieces of writing for their portfolio and study visual language. Students will also develop their skills in analysing unfamiliar written texts. Skills: Students will focus on how to be prepared, confident and accurate with oracy, writing, and visual communication. By understanding how language works, students are equipped to make appropriate language choices and apply them in a range of contexts. ENG301 Entry Requirements: Gained at least 10 credits from internal NCEA achievement standards and a pass in the school examinations in their Level 2 English course. Students without these minimum requirements may apply to the English HOF for consideration. Credits: 17 Level 3 (13 internal, 4 external) University Entrance approved UE Literacy Writing credits: 6 UE Literacy Reading or Writing credits: 4 Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Mr. Weggery / Mr. Coburn 28

English - Te Reo Inagrihi 29 MEDIA STUDIES - Level 1 Topics: This course examines different types of news media and the role of journalists, the relationship between media products and their audiences, and the use and impact of social media. Students will design and produce a video-based media product. Skills: Critical thinking, independent research, time management and self-organisation, analysing media, use of production technologies such as camera and video editing software. MED101 Entry Requirements: Nil Credits: 14 Level 1 internal, 3 Level 2 external made up of achievement standards and unit standards from different curriculum areas: Art, Social Studies, Journalism and Media Studies. Please note this course offers the Visual Arts Assessment 1.2 (5 credits) which is also offered in Level 1 Art, and students taking both courses will not gain additional credits from this assessment activity. Course Costs: $12 for Adobe student licence. Contact: Mr McKersey MEDIA STUDIES - Level 2 Topics: How and why media genres change over time; the relationship between a media product and its audience; media ethics including advertising and broadcast standards. Plan and design a magazine spread; produce a magazine spread product. At Level 2, students' productions will be print-based. Students will create pages for the Cashmere Circuit. Skills: Critical thinking, independent research and inquiry, time management, self-organisation, project management, use of media technologies including Adobe software, working in a team and essay writing. MED201 Entry Requirements: Level 1 English credits will be used as a guide for entry. Credits: 19 Level 2 (15 internal, 4 external) UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4 Course Costs: Nil. Contact: Mr McKersey MEDIA STUDIES - Level 3 Topics: The impact of digital technologies on a media industry; plan and design a media product; produce a media product. At Level 3, students will choose whether their production is print, video, or radio-based in negotiation with their teacher. Skills: Critical thinking, independent research and inquiry, time management, self-organisation, project management, use of media technologies including Adobe software, working in a team and essay writing. MED301 Entry Requirements: At least 7 credits from MED201. Experience with Production software such as Adobe CC. Students without these minimum requirements may apply to Mr McKersey for consideration. Credits: 20 Level 3 (16 internal, 4 external) University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4 Course Costs: Nil. Contact: Mr McKersey

Faculty of Languages - Ngā Reo 30 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Year 13 French Year 9 Year 10 FRE101 FRE201 FRE301 Japanese Year 9 Year 10 JPN101 JPN201 JPN301 Spanish Year 9 Year 10 SPA101 SPA201 SPA301 ESOL ESL9 ESL101 ESL102 ESL10 ESL201 ESL202 ESL301 ESL302 Te Reo Year 9 Year 10 MAO101 MAO201 MAO301 Tikanga TKM101 TKM201 TKM301

Languages - Ngā Reo 31 ESOL ENGLISH Topics: Units of work use contexts of relevance and interest to the students to develop English language across the curriculum. Skills: • Listening, speaking, reading and writing in English • Using the appropriate tense • Reported speech • Vocabulary and grammar development • Presentation skills • Research skills • Practice with multiple types of writing. YEAR 9/10 ESL Entry Requirements: ESOL test results will be used as a guide to entry. Students are placed in the ESOL class that best meets their needs. Credits: No NCEA credits available Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Ms Williams ESOL 101/102 Topics: Units of work use contexts of relevance and interest to the students to develop English language across the curriculum. Students in this course are at a foundation and elementary level. Skills: • Listening, speaking, reading and writing are incorporated into all lessons • Vocabulary development • Using correct grammatical forms • Speaking to gain and give practical information and make friends • Developing reading skills • Writing paragraphs, descriptions, information and recounts. ESL120 and ESL122 Entry Requirements: This is a needs-based course for ESOL students who need to strengthen their English language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. For most students this will be an eight period class. More able students may only do four hours. Credits: 10-25 Level 1-2 (internally assessed) or foundation level. Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Ms Williams ESOL 201/202 Topics: Units of work use contexts of relevance and interest to the students to develop English language across the curriculum. This course offers both level 2 and 3 standards to account for the differing skill levels language students may have in different strands. Depending on student ability there is opportunity to complete a level 1 English achievement standard. Skills: • Writing recounts • Writing formal personal correspondence • Reading independently to gain knowledge • Reading for practical purposes • Writing personal responses to texts • Grammar and vocabulary development • Strategies to learn successfully in other subject classes • Paragraph and essay writing • Becoming an independent language learner • Communicating clearly and confidently. ESL201 and ESL 202 Entry Requirements: ESOL test results and Level 1 English credits will be used as a guide to entry. Credits: 20-25 Level 2 or Level 3 English Language (internally assessed) Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Ms Williams ESOL 301 Topics: Units of work use contexts of relevance and interest to the students to develop English language across the curriculum. ESOL 301 is designed to help students develop their academic English skills and support those learned in other classes. This course uses both English for academic purposes and English standards. Skills: • Wide reading • Close reading • Participating in a discussion • Write expressing a viewpoint • Vocabulary building • Reading information reports • Listening in a range of contexts • Formal interviews • Study techniques ESL301 Entry Requirements: ESOL test results and Level 3 English language and Level 2 English credits will be used as a guide to entry. Standards offered are level 3 and 4. Credits: UE Literacy credits 6 (level 4) UE Literacy B credits 6 (level 4(, (all internally assessed) 10 level 3 English and English for academic purposes. Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Ms Williams

Languages - Ngā Reo FRENCH /Wiwi Topics: Town, Leisure Activities, Paris, Describing People, Daily Routine, Food and Drink. Skills: Students will be able to understand and produce simple spoken and written language based on their immediate surroundings. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily complete Year 9 French course or equivalent. Credits: Nil Course Costs: $10 for workbook, $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Optional restaurant trip $30. Contact: Mr Drivière FRENCH /Wiwi Topics: Health, Holidays, New Zealand, Future Plans, School, Housing, Childhood memories, descriptions. Skills: Students will be able to understand and produce more complex language beyond the immediate context, for example about past and future events. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. FRE101 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 1 NCEA French and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 20 Level 1 (10 Internal, 10 External) Course Costs: $10 for online workbook and $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mrs Watt FRENCH /Wiwi Topics: Future Plans, Youth Matters, Family Relationships, Health and Wellbeing, Film Study, the French Speaking World and Travel, Technology. Skills: Students will use language to express and justify their own ideas and opinions and support or challenge those of others.  They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. FRE201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 2 NCEA French and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 19 Level 2 (9 Internal, 10 External) Course Costs: $26 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Drivière 32 ESOL 302 Topics: Units of work use contexts of relevance and interest to the students to develop English language across the curriculum. ESOL 302 is designed to help students make the transition from English language learning, to using academic English. This course uses unit standards from English for academic purposes and English Language as well as achievement credits from English. Skills: • Sustained discussions. • Independent reading. • Forming and articulating opinions verbally and through writing. • Academic vocabulary and grammar. • Vocabulary building. • Listening in a range of contexts. • Crafted and confident speaking and presentation skills. • Academic research. ESL301 Entry Requirements: ESOL test results, Level 3 English language and Level 2 English credits will be used as a guide. Credits: UE Literacy R credits 4 (level 2) 18 credits made up of English for academic purposes, English Language and English. Course Costs: $12 for IXL subscription. Contact: Ms Williams

FRENCH/Wiwi Topics: Multicultural Society, The Environment, Literature, Regions, Technology. Skills: Students will be able to use a wide range of language to express and justify their own opinions, support or challenge those of others and respond critically to texts. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. FRE301 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 2 NCEA French and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 18 Level 3 (8 Internal, 10 External) University Entrance Approved Course Costs: $26 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Drivière Languages - Ngā Reo JAPANESE/Hapanihi Topics: Year 9 revision, Going Places, Family, Describing, Daily Routine, Houses, Shopping, Eating and Drinking. Skills: Students will be able to understand and produce simple spoken and written language based on their immediate surroundings. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily complete Year 9 Japanese course or equivalent. Credits: Nil Course Costs: $8 for workbooks, $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Optional restaurant trip $30. Contact: Miss McKenzie JAPANESE/Hapanihi - YEAR 11 Topics: My Town, Friend's Birthday, Travel, School. Skills: Students will be able to understand and produce more complex language beyond the immediate context, for example about past and future events. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. JPN101 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 1 NCEA Japanese and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 20 Level 1 (10 Internal, 10 External) Course Costs: $10 for workbooks, $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Miss McKenzie JAPANESE/Hapanihi - YEAR 12 Topics: Myself and My Family, Home and Friends, Daily Routine, Neighbourhood, Shopping and Eating Out, School Life. Skills: Students will use language to express and justify their own ideas, and support or challenge those of others. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. JPN201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 2 NCEA Japanese and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 19 Level 2 (9 Internal, 10 External) Course Costs: $8 for workbook. $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Kuze JAPANESE/Hapanihi - YEAR 13 Topics: Leisure, Traditions and Culture, Planning a Trip, Travelling in Japan, Future Plans and Work, Issues. Skills: Students will be able to use a wide range of language to express and justify their own opinions, support or challenge those of others and respond critically to texts. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. JPN301 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 2 NCEA Japanese and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 18 Level 3 (8 Internal, 10 External) University Entrance Approved Course Costs: $8 for workbook. $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Kuze 33

Languages - Ngā Reo SPANISH/Pāniora Topics: Food, Measurement, Advanced Numerical Skills, Shopping, Daily Routine, the Immediate Future, Comparisons, Past Tense. Skills: Students will be able to understand and produce simple spoken and written language based on their immediate surroundings. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily complete Year 9 Spanish course or equivalent. Credits: Nil Course Costs: $8 for workbook, $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Optional restaurant trip $30. Contact: Mrs Carrasco SPANISH/Pāniora - YEAR 11 Topics: Education, Holidays, Clothing, Directions, Occupations, Festivals, Arranging Social Activities Skills: Students will be able to understand and produce more complex language beyond the immediate context, for example about past and future events.  They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. SPA101 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 1 NCEA Spanish and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 20 Level 1 (10 Internal, 10 External) Course Costs: $8 for workbook and $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Ms Dew SPANISH/Pāniora - YEAR 12 Topics: Health, Travel, Media, Holidays, Expressing Opinions, Future Plans and Advice. Skills: Students will use language to express and justify their own ideas and opinions and support or challenge those of others.  They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. SPA201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 2 NCEA Spanish and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 19 Level 2 (9 Internal, 10 External) Course Costs: $8 for workbook and $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mrs Carrasco SPANISH/Pāniora - YEAR 13 Topics: Religion, Social Problems, The Environment, Politics, Doubt and Possibility, Subjunctive Tenses Skills: Students will be able to use a wide range of language to express and justify their own opinions, support or challenge those of others and respond critically to texts. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. SPA301 Entry Requirements: Satisfactorily achieve level 2 NCEA Spanish and the school examinations or at the discretion of the HOD Credits: 18 Level 3 (8 Internal, 10 External) University Entrance Approved Course Costs: $8 for workbook and $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mrs Carrasco 34

Languages - Ngā Reo 35 TE REO MĀORI - YEAR 10 Topics: • Turangawaewae • Ngā Rēhia • Whānau • Te kainga • Tōku Pā harakeke • Marae • Hākinakina • Kai • Ko wai au • Marae Kai • Te Tinana • Haurora Skills: • Kōrero / Speaking • Whakarongo / Listening • Pānui / Reading • Tuhituhi / Writing • Mātakitaki / Viewing • Whakaatu / Presenting YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: Students must have reached a satisfactory standard in the Year 9 Te Reo Māori course, or at the discretion of the Head of Māori. Credits: Nil Course Costs: $25 for Education Perfect subscription, $25 for Manu Kōrero speech competition. $120 for Noho Marae Trip. Contact: Ms Setterington TE REO MĀORI - YEAR 11 Topics: • Te kainga • Hui marae • Te kura • Ao taiohi Skills: • Kōrero / Speaking • Whakarongo / Listening • Pānui / Reading • Tuhituhi / Writing • Mātakitaki / Viewing • Whakaatu / Presenting MAO101 Entry Requirements: A satisfactory standard in the Year 9 or Year 10 Te Reo Māori course, or at the discretion of the Head of Māori. Credits: 24 Level 1 18 internally assessed. 6 externally assessed Course Costs: $25 for Manu Kōrero speech competition. $185 for Noho Marae Trip. Contact: Mr Thompson TE REO MĀORI - YEAR 12 Topics: • Ōku wawata • Pōwhiri • Korero tuku iho • Take taiohi • Mahi ā ringa Skills: • Kōrero / Speaking • Whakarongo / Listening • Pānui / Reading • Tuhituhi / Writing • Mātakitaki / Viewing • Whakaatu / Presenting MAO201 Entry Requirements: At the discretion of the Head of Māori. Credits: 22 Level 2 16 internally assessed. 6 externally assessed Course Costs: $25 for Manu Kōrero speech competition. $185 for Noho Marae Trip. Contact: Mr Thompson

Languages - Ngā Reo 36 TE REO MĀORI - YEAR 13 Topics: • Tangata Rongonui • Whakataukī and Waiata • Whakaora i te reo • Ao torangapu Skills: • Kōrero / Speaking • Whakarongo / Listening • Tuhituhi / Writing • Mātakitaki / Viewing • Whakaatu / Performing MAO 301 Entry Requirements: At the discretion of the Head of Māori. Credits: 22 Level 3 16 internally assessed. 6 externally assessed University Entrance Approved Course Costs: $25 for Manu Kōrero speech competition. $185 for Noho Marae Trip. Contact: Mr Thompson TIKANGA MĀORI Topics: • ATHA • Karakia • Pōwhiri Skills: • Increased knowledge of Māori customs and protocols • Understanding of marae and pōwhiri • Understanding of Māori pūrākau and pakiwaitara, history and stories. TKM101 Entry Requirements: At the discretion of the Head of Māori. Credits: 10 Level 1 Course Costs: $25 for Manu Kōrero speech competition. $185 for Noho Marae Trip. Contact: Mr Thompson TIKANGA MĀORI Topics: • Whakarata • Manaakitanga on the marae (Hospitality) • Deeds of a Mana wahine (Famous women) • Waka Ama Skills: • Increased knowledge of Māori customs and protocols • Understanding of marae and pōwhiri • Understanding of Māori pūrākau and pakiwaitara, history and stories. TKM201 Entry Requirements: At the discretion of the Head of Maori. Credits: 15 Level 2 Course Costs: $25 for Manu Kōrero speech competition. $185 for Noho Marae Trip. Contact: Mr Thompson TIKANGA MĀORI Topics: • Wāhi Tapu • Whakarata • Māori History/karakia TKM301 Entry Requirements: At the discretion of the Head of Māori. Credits: 15 Level 3 Course Costs: $25 for Manu Kōrero speech competition. $185 for Noho Marae Trip. Contact: Mr Thompson Skills: • Increased knowledge of Māori customs • Understand significant Māori sites • Understand Māori games and activities

Faculty of Mathematics & Statistics - Pāngarua MAT101 MAT102 MAT103 MAT104 MAT201 Mathematics Mathematics & Statistics MAS201 Statistics MAT202 Maths & Stats MAC301 Calculus MAS301 Statistics MAS302 Statistics Most likely Path Possible Path 37

Mathematics & Statistics - Pāngarua MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS Topics: Number and Algebra, Geometry and Measurement, Statistics and Probability. Skills: This course provides students with a sound basis for Level 1 Mathematics and Statistics. It focuses on developing essential skills and strategies for problem solving and using mathematics and statistics in a range of meaningful contexts. YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: Compulsory course. Credits: 10 credits Numeracy co-requisite. Course costs: $28 for Workbook and IXL subscription. Contact: Dr Dalrymple MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS 101 Topics: Number and Algebra, Geometry and Measurements, Statistics and Probability. Skills: This course prepares students for a strong pathway in Mathematics and Statistics. Students will gain fluency in their algebraic skills and extend their abstract thinking to a wide range of applications. Students will develop an appreciation of variation and uncertainty and further develop their statistical literacy and critical thinking. Mathematics and Statistics is compulsory at Year 11 and students will be recommended for a course by their Year 10 teachers. MAT101 Entry Requirements: A strong understanding of Mathematics and Statistics that is above the expected level for Year 10. Credits: 20 Level 1 (10 internal, 10 external). Course costs: $30 for workbook. Contact: Dr Dalrymple MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS 102 Topics: Number and Algebra, Geometry and Measurements, Statistics and Probability. Skills: This course will allow students to develop confidence and fluency in their Mathematics and Statistics. Students will extend their logical thinking and processes and generalise their skills to a wide range of applications. Students will also develop an appreciation of variation and uncertainty, and further develop their statistical literacy and critical thinking. Mathematics and Statistics is compulsory at Year 11 and students will be recommended for a course by their Year 10 teachers. MAT102 Entry Requirements: A reasonable understanding of the Mathematics and Statistics course covered in Year 10. Credits: 15 Level 1 (10 internal, 5 external). Course costs: $30 for workbook. Contact: Dr Dalrymple MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS 103 Topics: Number and Algebra, Geometry and Measurements, Statistics and Probability. Skills: This course focuses on increasing students confidence in Mathematics and Statistics. Students will extend their logical thinking and processes and generalise their skills to a wide range of applications. Students will also develop an appreciation of variation and uncertainty, and further develop their statistical literacy and critical thinking. Mathematics and Statistics is compulsory at Year 11 and students will be recommended for a course by their Year 10 teachers. MAT103 Entry Requirements: Entrance will be recommended by the Year 10 teacher. Credits: 10 Level 1 (all internally assessed, 10 credits numeracy co-requisite). Course costs: $32 for Education Perfect. Contact: Dr Dalrymple 38

Mathematics & Statistics - Pāngarua MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS 104 Topics: Number, Measurement and Statistics. Skills: This course develops students fundamental skills in Number, Measurement and Statistics. The focus is on applying these skills and strategies to solve problems found in daily life. This includes interpreting data, measuring accurately and managing finances. Students will develop an appreciation of variation and uncertainty and further develop their statistical literacy and critical thinking. Mathmatics and Statistics is compulsory at Year 11 and students will be recommended for a course by their Year 10 teachers. MAT104 Entry Requirements: Entrance will be recommended by the Year 10 teacher. Credits: 10 credits numeracy co-requisite. Course costs: $32 for Education Perfect. Contact: Dr Dalrymple MATHEMATICS 201 Topics: Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Non-Linear Graphs, Trigonometry. Skills: This course has a high Algebra content and covers work in Graphs, Calculus and Probability. Students will develop an ability to manipulate expressions and set out logical arguments, as well as gaining wider experience in graphical and computational techniques. Students will also gain an understanding of mathematical probability and associated models. MAT201 Entry Requirements: Strong Algebra skills, an understanding of Mathematics that is above the expected level for Year 11 and teacher recommendation. Credits: 16 Level 2 (3 internal, 13 external). Course costs: $27 for workbook. Contact: Dr Dalrymple STATISTICS 201 Topics: Experiments, Simulations, Inference, Probability, Evaluate Statistical Reports. Skills: This course develops students understanding and skills related to Statistics. It introduces new areas such as probability models, experimental design and risk. Students will develop an appreciation of variation and uncertainty, and further develop their statistical literacy and critical thinking. This course covers the Statistics required for progression to Level 3 Statistics courses, but NOT Level 3 Calculus. MAS201 Entry Requirements: A reasonable understanding of Statistics for year 11, numeracy co-requisite and teacher recommendation. Credits: 15 Level 2 (11 internal, 4 external). UE Literacy Reading Credits 2 Course costs: $20 for workbook. Contact: Dr Dalrymple MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS 202 Topics: Experiments, Simulations, Inference, Networks, Coordinate Geometry Sequences and Series. Skills: This course is aimed at students who have some success in Level 1 Mathematics and Statistics and are ready for the step up to Level 2. It continues to build confidence in Mathematics and Statistics. Students work towards success in both Mathematics and Statistics Achievement Standards. Students who are successful in this course gain foundational statistical concepts which will prepare them for success in Level 3 Statistics. This course covers the Statistics required for progression to MAS302, but NOT Level 3 Calculus. Please note that if you meet the entrance criteria for MAT201 or MAS201 it is unlikely that you will be eligible for enrolment in MAT202. MAT202 Entry Requirements: numeracy co-requisite, 5 level 1 credits from achievement standards and teacher recommendation. Students must be motivated and capable of success at Level 2 Mathematics and Statistics. Credits: 15 Level 2 (all internally assessed). Course costs: $27 for workbook. Contact: Dr Dalrymple 39

Mathematics & Statistics - Pāngarua CALCULUS 301 Topics: Differentiation, Integration, Complex Numbers and Trigonometry. Skills: This course builds on the Algebra and Calculus skills developed in Mathematics 201 and applies these skills in context to applications such as finding optimum values and related rates of change. Students considering pursuing a career in Engineering, Architecture, Science, Commerce, Computer Science and Mathematics, are strongly advised to take Calculus as it is often required as a prerequisite for entry to tertiary courses. MAC301 Entry Requirements: At least 15 credits from Level 2 with Merit in Algebra and Calculus. Credits: 21 Level 3 (4 internal, 17 external). University Entrance Approved. Course costs: $20 for workbook. Contact: Dr Dalrymple STATISTICS 301 Topics: Inference, Bivariate data, Probability Distributions, Evaluate Statistical Reports and Experiments. Skills: This course takes a comprehensive look at understanding some of the patterns we observe in real world data. Students learn to make sense of this data using statistical models to make predictions or inferences about a population. This course covers techniques of analysing data from a sample, making inferences about a population, using probability distributions to calculate possible outcomes and designing and conducting experiments. Students must both produce their own report and critique others, using statistical skills and appropriate computer software. MAS301 Entry Requirements: Level 2 Mathematics or Statistics - at least 14 Level 2 credits including Merit in Probability and inference if assessed and/or teacher recommendation. Credits: 16 Level 3 (8 internal, 8 external). University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4. Course costs: $14 for workbook. Contact: Dr Dalrymple STATISTICS 302 Topics: Experiments, Bivariate data, Time Series, Inference, Evaluate Statistical Reports. Skills: This course provides a more detailed look at statistical methods and involves modelling, formalising ideas of inference and designing and conducting experiments. Content is similar to that offered in Statistics 301, and covers techniques of analysing data from a sample or time series, making inferences about a populations, and designing and conducting experiments. Students must both produce their own reports and critique others, using statistical skills and appropriate computer software. Literacy is an important component of this course and the ability to read and write comprehensive reports is required for success. Please note that if you meet the entrance criteria for MAS301 it is unlikely that you will be eligible for enrolment in MAS302. MAS302 Entry Requirements: Level 2 Mathematics or Statistics - at least Achieve in two Level 2 Statistics Achievement Standards and teacher recommendation. Credits: 16 Level 3 (12 internal, 4 external). University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 4. Course costs: Nil Contact: Dr Dalrymple 40

41 Faculty of Physical Education, Health & Outdoor Education - Akoranga koiri Hauora Year 9 Physical Education & Health Year 10 Physical Education & Health Health Education 201 Physical Education 202 Physical Education 201 Outdoor Education 201 (Open entry by permission) Health Education 101 Physical Education 102 Physical Education 101 Health Education 301 Physical Education 302 Physical Education 301 Outdoor Education 301 (Open entry by permission)

PE & Health - Akoranga koiri Hauora PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH Year 9 and Year 10 Topics: Volleyball, Striking, Strategies and Tactics, Biomechanics, Exercise Science, Responses to Exercises, Basketball, Badminton, Influences on Participation, Touch Rugby. Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Learning to lead, Decision Making and Asseriveness, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving. Skills: Developing critical thinking and literacy skills, real-world problem solving, participating in a range of experiences, applying a socio-ecological perspective and whakaaro. Developing Mana, Talanoa and Rangatiratanga skills, tuakana-teina and becoming socially responsible citizens. Understanding of Te Whare Tapa Whā (Wellbeing). Acknowledging passion, perserverance and whakamana. Showing effort, resilience, grit, integrity and maintaining a growth mindset. YEAR 9 AND YEAR 10 Entry Requirements: Compulsory course. Credits: Nil Course Costs: $20 for workbook Contact: Miss Te Kahu PHYSICAL EDUCATION 101 Topics: Touch Rugby, Community Links, Tapu Ae, Foreign Games, and Fitness. Skills: Influence of personal movement on hauora, apply biophysical concepts to sporting contexts and kotahitanga through movement strategies. PED101 Entry Requirements: Approval from Year 10 teacher Credits: 15 Level 1 (10 Internal, 5 External) Course Costs: $95 for Workbooks and Field Trip/s. Contact: Mr Hulston PHYSICAL EDUCATION 102 Topics: Tapu Ae, Ultimate Frisbee, Football, Touch Rugby, Mana, Personal Movement experience on Hauora. Skills: Apply movement strategies in an applied setting. Demonstrate Kotahitanga. Enhancing mana. Influences of movement on Hauora. PED102 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 15 Level 1 (10 Internal, 5 External) Course Costs: $85.00 for Workbooks and Field Trip/s Contact: Mr Riepen PHYSICAL EDUCATION 201 Topics: Anatomy, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology (including training principles and methods), Leadership, Netball and Ultimate Frisbee. Skills: Develop and apply skills to work positively within a team environment, physical skill development, apply sports science knowledge to physical contexts to improve movement/fitness, develop and apply leadership skills. PED201 Entry Requirements: 14 credits from the PED101 course or approval of HOD. Credits: 17 Level 2 (internal) Course Costs: $55 Field Trip(s), Activities and Workbooks. Contact: Mr Beaumont. 42 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 202 Topics: Group processes, Social responsibility, Skill development, Leadership. Skills: Develop and apply skills and processes to work positively within a team environment, physical skill development, develop and apply leadership skills. PED202 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 14 Level 2 (Internal) Course Costs: $10 for workbook. Contact: Mr Aitkins

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 301 Topics: Contemporary leadership, Skill analysis, Skill development, Biomechanics, Risk management, Lifelong participation in physical activity. Skills: Apply contemporary leadership styles and theory to physical activity experiences, physical skill development, analyse a physical skill and use biomechanical theory to explain ideal technique, examine influences and devise strategies for lifelong involvement in physical activity, analyse issues in safety management for outdoor activity to devise safety strategies, critical thinking skills. PED301 Entry Requirements: 14 credits in PED201 or approval of HoF. Credits: 18 Level 3 (Internal) University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading Credits 4 Course Costs: Approximately $120 for Field Trip/s and activities. Contact: Mr Squire PHYSICAL EDUCATION 302 Topics: Skill development in softball and volleyball, Event Management, Risk management, Personal Training. Skills: Devise and implement a training programme, physical skill development, plan and run an event, analyse issues in safety management for outdoor activity to devise safety strategies. PED302 Entry Requirements: Not required for this course. Credits: 16 credits (Internal) 9 Level 3 (Unit Standards) 7 Level 3 (Achievement Standards) Course Costs: $55 for Field Trip/s. Contact: Miss Te Kahu HEALTH EDUCATION 101 Topics: Models of Wellbeing, Decision Making, Influences, Consequences and Strategies for Enhanced Hauora. Taught through a variety of Mental Health, Relationships and Sexuality Education contexts. Skills: Involvement in activity and reflection on wellbeing. Application of decision making in a variety of practical and theoretical contexts, ie. escape room. Understanding of personal, interpersonal and societal factors that influence hauora. Understanding of strategies and support available to enhance hauora. HED101 Entry Requirements: Approval from Year 10 teacher. Credits: 20 (10 Internal, 10 External) Course Costs: Estimated cost of $45 for Workbooks and Field Trip/s Contact: Grace France 43 HEALTH EDUCATION 201 Topics: Sexuality and Gender, Health Promotion, Managing Change/Resilience, Risks to Personal Safety. Skills: Take action to contribute to the well-being of themselves, others and our local community.  Students examine strategies to manage change and build resilience, as well as situations that place personal safety at risk e.g. bullying, harassment and intimidation.  HED201 Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of HED101 or approval of HoD. Credits: 19 Level 2 (15 internal, 4 external) Course Costs: Nil Contact: Miss Glading PE & Health - Akoranga koiri Hauora

HEALTH EDUCATION 301 Topics: NZ Child Poverty health issue, Health practices currently used in NZ, International Health Issue. Skills: Develop and apply critical thinking skills around contemporary societal health issues such as child poverty, International health issue. Students examine issues and their implications to make recommendations to address the determinants of Health (causes of the issue). HED301 Entry Requirements: satisfactory completion of HED201 or approval of HoD. Credits: 15 Level 3 (10 internal, 5 external) University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading Credits 10 UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 5 Course Costs: $15.00 Contact: Mrs Book OUTDOOR EDUCATION (YEAR 12) Topics: Sea kayaking, applying Kaitiaktanga concepts, Tramping, Snow Travel and Snow Caving, Rock climbing and Management of risks. Skills: Team and group work skills, self-management, communication, organisation, navigation, risk management and ability to maintain positive attitude in adverse conditions. OED201 Entry Requirements: Students must complete an application form from the Head of Course. (Via year level Google Classroom or Mr Smith in the PE Office) Credits: 19 (6 Achievement Standards, 13 Unit Standards) Course Costs: $400.00 for various trips and activities. Contact: Mr Smith 44 HEALTH STUDIES (YEAR 12) Topics: Digital footprint, mental health, substances , New Zealand health issues, sexuality, building positive relationships. Skills: Laws and policies about sexuality and substance use in New Zealand, analysing digital footprint and social media influence, physical anatomy and contraception for everybody, accessing support systems in the community, strategies for positive relationships. HST201 Entry Requirements: This subject is compulsory for all Year 12 students. Credits: Nil Course Costs: Nil Contact: Miss France OUTDOOR EDUCATION (YEAR 13) Topics: Kayaking, Bush survival/tramping, Navigation, Risk Management, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking. Develop interpersonal, self-management and physical skills through kayaking and tramping.  Analyse Risk Management strategies for an adventurous activity while recognising and expanding your personal comfort zone.  Examine equipment, process and organise trips in to the outdoors. OED301 Entry Requirements: Proven academic success in the Level 2 course or approval by Head of Department. Students must complete an application form from the Head of Course. (Via year level Google Classroom or Mr Smith in the PE Office) Credits: 17 (7 Achievement Standards, 10 Unit Standards) UE Literacy Reading credits 3 Course Costs: $450.00 for trips and activities. Contact: Mr Smith PE & Health - Akoranga koiri Hauora

Science Year 9 and 10 Faculty of Science - Pūtaiao AGR101 Agricultural Sciences SCI101 Science SCI102 Science SCI103 Science AGR201 Agricultural Sciences ESS201 Earth & Space Science BIO201 & 202 Biology CHE201 Chemistry PHY201 Physics ELE201 Electronics ESS301 Earth & Space Science AGR301 Agricultural Sciences BIO301 & 302 Biology CHE301 Chemistry PHY301 Physics ELE301 Electronics 45

Science - Pūtaiao SCIENCE/Pūtaiao - YEAR 10 Topics: Our dependence on science and technology requires a comprehensive science education for all students. Students will develop an understanding of the way in which Science and Scientists work to solve real problems. Topics include the Human body and disease, Electricity, Ecology, Fire and Fuels and Geology. The knowledge gained will help akonga appreciate kaitiakitanga, the need to protect our land and health. Skills: How to carry out a scientific investigation and interpret the results. The scientific thinking skills developed can be applied in many areas of everyday life. 10SCIE Entry Requirements: No requirements for this course. Credits: Option for some topics to be internally assessed at NCEA Level 1 Course Costs: $25 Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Trewern SCIENCE/Pūtaiao - YEAR 11 Topics: Humans and microbes, Mechanics, Chemical Reactions, Chemical Investigation, Genetics. The aims of the course are: • To equip students with the evidence based critical thinking skills needed to thrive in our scientifically grounded bicultural society. • To give ākonga a sound base from which to proceed to the Year 12 Sciences. • To enable students to reach their full potential with an emphasis on external examinations. Skills: How to clearly explain scientific concepts and apply knowledge to new situations and examination style questions. Plus, how to write a well-researched scientific report, and to plan and carry out a scientific investigation. SCI101 Entry Requirements: Merit and Excellence grades in Year 10 topics and the end of year examination. Credits: 21 Level 1 (11 external, 10 internal) Course Costs: $50 for workbooks and Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Trewern SCIENCE/Pūtaiao - YEAR 11 Topics: Humans and microbes, Mechanics, Chemical Reactions, Chemical Investigation, Genetics. The aims of this course are: • To equip students with the evidence based critical thinking skills needed to thrive in our scientifically grounded bicultural society. • To give ākonga a sound base from which to proceed to the Year 12 Sciences. • To enable students to reach their full potential with an emphasis on internal assessments. Skills: How to clearly explain scientific concepts and apply knowledge to new situations and examination style questions. Plus, how to write a well-researched scientific report, and to plan and carry out a scientific investigation. SCI102 Entry Requirements: Students will have gained Achieved and Merit grades in Year 10 and displayed good work habits. Credits: 20 Level 1 (11 external, 10 internal) Course Costs: $50 for workbooks and Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Trewern SCIENCE/Pūtaiao - YEAR 11 Topics: Heat transfer, Microbes and humans, Chemistry investigation, Physics investigation, Chemical reactions. The aims of this course are • To equip students with the evidence based critical thinking skills needed to thrive in our scientifically grounded bicultural society. • To give ākonga an opportunity to proceed to the Year 12 Sciences by developing deeper understanding and good organisational skills. • To enable students to reach their full potential by assessing all Standards internally. Skills: How to write a well-researched scientific report, and to plan and carry out a scientific investigation. How to apply scientific knowledge to practical problems and situations that students will encounter in everyday life. SCI103 Entry Requirements: No requirements for this course. Credits: 20 Level 1 (all internal Course Costs: $25 for Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Mr Trewern 46

Science - Pūtaiao AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE/Ahuwhenua Pūtaiao Topics: • Practical investigation with an agricultural or horticultural context. • Practical skills used in agricultural or horticultural production. • Basic plant propagation techniques. • Horticultural plant management practices. • Plant physiology. • Landscape Design The aim of this course is to allow students an opportunity to experience aspects of agriculture/ahuwhenua and horticulture/ahumāra in New Zealand. It allows students to gain an understanding of the primary industries that fuel New Zealand's economy. Students will experience a diverse range of knowledge 47 AGR101 Entry Requirements: No requirements for this course. Credits: 16 Level 1 (11 internal, 5 external) Course Costs: $35 for workbook and field trips. Contact: Mr Aulsford AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE/Ahuwhenua Pūtaiao Topics: • Tūhuratanga ā-ringa: Practical investigation in a horticultural context. • Pūkenga whakaoti rapanga: Practical and problem solving skills used in agricultural and horticultural production. • Whakamakuru tipu: plant propagation and soil enrichment techniques. • Whakahaere rawa: Land management and uses around New Zealand. • Mātai whaiaroaro: Animal physiology. • Toitū rangahau whakanekeneke: Sustainable action planning and implementation. Kaitiakitanga or guardianship of the land is a core component of modern agriculture. This strong connection to and protection of the whenua is especially important for all learners considering careers in agriculture, Aotearoa’s largest industry. This course includes standards focusing on pasture and environment AGR201 Entry Requirements: 12 Credits from any Level 1 Science or Agricultural Science Achievement Standards. Students without this qualification may apply to the HoF for consideration. Credits: 18 Level 2 (14 internal, 4 External) Course Costs: $25 for workbook. Contact: Mr Aulsford from plant physiology tolandscape design. Students will have the opportunity to experience the hands on aspects of agriculture and horticulture while gaining a solid understanding of the science behind them. Students will develop the school orchard and vegetable gardens. Skills: Practical skills in horticulture and plant propagation including pruning, potting, seedbed preparation, spraying, cuttings, and plant management practices. Management of environmental resources. interaction, livestock reproduction and conditioning, changes in land use and regulation over time and sustainability in agriculture. A long term student lead sustainability project is a key component of this course. Students will continue to develop the school greenhouse, orchard and vegetable garden. Skills: Students develop practical skills in horticulture including seed raising and propagation, plus soil chemistry. Skills in agriculture include animal reproduction methods and artificial insemination techniques. Plus research skills on impacts and shifts in land use, and sustainable practice skills. AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE/Ahuwhenua Pūtaiao Topics: • Reremua monihua pāmu whakauruuru: Exploration of factors affecting profitability of a New Zealand primary product. • Pāpātanga taiao pāmu whakauruuru: Ecological impacts of primary production • Tūhuratanga ā-ringa: Practical investigation into a stable food in Aotearoa • Pāmu toitū: Rehabilitation and sustainable use of the biophysical environment • Pūkenga whakaoti rapanga: Practical problem solving skills used in horticultural production. The primary purpose of agriculture and horticulture as industries in Aotearoa is to turn the harvest into profit and useful outcomes for those who work the land. The Level 3 Agriculture course at Cashmere seeks to support students' continued understanding of the links between ecosystems, land use, kaitiakitanga and economic success while providing a pathway onwards to tertiary study and AGR301 Entry Requirements: 12 Credits from any Level 2 Science or Agricultural Science Achievement Standards. Students without this qualification may apply to the HoF for consideration. Credits: 19 Level 3 (14 internal, 5 External) University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading credits 4 UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 15 Course Costs: $15 for workbook. Contact: Mr Aulsford opportunities on farms. To this end we use learning experiences which explore enhancing profitability of agricultural production, the impact of farming practices on ecological stability, plant growth experimentation and improving farming environments to enhance continued productivity. Students will also continue to make use of the greenhouses, gardens and orchards to produce food and other products. Skills: Skills: Students develop practical skills in horticulture including seed propagation, harvest management, and garden planning. Skills in agriculture include ecological impact analysis, production enhancement and basic agribusiness. Students will also continue to develop high level Scientific investigation and problem solving skills.

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE/ Papatūānuku takiwā Topics: Earth and Space Science provides students with a fundemental understanding of the universe and our place in it. This subject covers a wide range of topics, from looking the the geological history of Ōtautahi to the life cycle of small and large stars. Students who take ESS will engage with Science in a practical and engaging way through experimentation and research, and have the opportunity to attend an optional field trip to the Taupō volcanic zone. • Practical investigation on formation of meteorite craters • Tsunamis, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions in Aotearoa (external) • How organisms survive in extreme environments • Life of stars and planetary systems (external). • Geology of Horomaka/Banks Peninsula. Skills: Students will develop the skills required to research, apply knowledge and perform practical investigations in order to make clear links to key Earth and Space concepts. ESS201 Entry Requirements: 14 Credits from any Level 1 Science Achievement Standards. Students without this qualification may apply to the HOF for consideration. Credits: 16 Level 2 (8 internal, 8 external) Course Costs: $30 for workbook. Contact: Miss Morrison Science - Pūtaiao BIOLOGY/Mātai Koiora Topics: Biology is the science of life. This course covers a broad range of biological topics including ecology, cell biology, respiratory adaptions in animals and genetic variation within populations. Skills: • Communicating using the language of biology including biological drawings, kite diagrams and appropriate terminology. • Planning and evaluating biological investigations to test ideas and develop accuracy in practical skills. • Observations and field sampling to explore relationships between organisms. • Understanding how biological theories and ideas have evolved over time, as technology has improved. BIO201 Entry Requirements: Students must have completed a satisfactory year in Level 1 Science, (16 credits) including a Merit in a school external examination and a merit in an internal standard. Credits: 19 Level 2 (11 internal, 8 external) UE Literacy Writing Credits 8 Course Costs: $220 for a three day field trip, plus $46 for workbook, Education Perfect subscription and adaptions portfolio book. Contact: Ms Merchant 48 EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE/ Papatūānuku takiwā Students who take Earth and Space Science at level 3 will build on the skills they have developed in Level 2 through research and experimentation. The course involves aspects of Astronomy, Marine Science, Geology and Environmental Science. This will give students an appreciation of the complex systems that maintain our planet and hence the need for kaitiakitanga/guardianship of our precious resources. The standards are designed to allow more choice over their learning. Topics: • The search for life on other planets or moons. • Practical investigation into a chosen topic with and Earth and Space context. • Geological dating methods in the Ka Tiritiri-o-te-Moana area. • Ocean systems (external) • A socio-scientific issue of interest e.g. the importance of further exploration of our solar system. Skills: • Development of literacy skills through research and scientific reports. • Co-operative learning through group based assessments. • Observations of Pūtaiao in the real world ESS301 Entry Requirements: 14 Credits from any Level 2 Science Achievement Standards. Students without this qualification may apply to the HOF for consideration. Credits: 20 Level 3 (16 internal, 4 external) University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading Credits 4 UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 12 Course Costs: $33 for workbook. Contact: Miss Morrison

BIOLOGY/Mātai Koiora Topics: Biology is the science of life. This course covers a broad range of biological topics including ecology, cell biology and microscopy and respiratory adaptions in animals. Skills: • Communicating using the language of biology including biological drawings, kite diagrams and appropriate terminology. • Planning and evaluating biological investigations to test ideas and develop accuracy in practical skills. • Observations and field sampling to explore relationships between organisms. • Understanding how biological theories and ideas have evolved over time, as technology has improved. BIO 202 Entry Requirements: Students must have completed a satisfactory year in Level 1 Science (12 credits). Students without this qualification may apply to the HoD for consideration. Credits: 15 Level 2 (11 internal, 4 external) UE Literacy Writing Credits 4 Course Costs: $30 for a field trip. $40 for workbook, Education Perfect subscription and adaptions portfolio book. Contact: Ms Merchant Science - Pūtaiao BIOLOGY/Mātai Koiora Topics: This course aims to extend the skills and knowledge developed at Level 2 and seeks to lay a firm foundation for those advancing to tertiary studies. It includes the study of animal behaviour, plant responses, techniques and processes in DNA manipulation, human evolution, homeostasis and biological socio-scientific issues. Skills: • Students learn to communicate using the language in report writing, including using appropriate terminology when discussing or evaluating biological issues. • Researching and evaluating secondary sources to support biological ideas and understanding. • Planning and evaluating biological investigations to test ideas. • Developing an understanding of scientific argument, enabling an informed debate on socio-scientific issues and understanding of how biological techniques and ideas have evolved over time. BIO302 Entry Requirements: Students must have completed a satisfactory year in Level 2 Biology (12 credits) Credits: 17 Level 3 (13 internal, 4 external) University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading Credits 6 UE Literacy Reading or Writing Credits 7 Course Costs: $27 for a field trip. $31 for workbook and Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Ms Merchant 49 BIOLOGY/Mātai Koiora Topics: This course aims to extend the skills and knowledge developed at Level 2 and seeks to lay a firm foundation for those advancing to tertiary studies. It includes the study of animal behaviour and plant responses, techniques and processes in DNA manipulation, human evolution and homeostasis. Skills: • Communicating using the appropriate language and terminology in report writing • Researching and evaluating secondary sources to support biological ideas and understanding • Planning and evaluating biological investigations to test ideas. • Developing an understanding of how biological techniques and ideas have evolved over time, as technology has improved. BIO301 Entry Requirements: Students must have completed a satisfactory year in Level 2 Biology (16 credits) including a Merit in the school biology exam and a Merit in an internal standard. Credits: 19 Level 3 (10 internal, 9 external) University Entrance Approved UE Literacy Reading Credits 15 UE Literacy Credits 9 Course Costs: $30 for a field trip. $40 for workbook and Education Perfect subscription. Contact: Ms Merchant