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Contents ENGLISH DEPARTMENT ................................................................................................................................................ 4

Level 2 English Achievement Standard – 12ENG .................................................................................................... 4

Level 2 Media Studies – 12MES ............................................................................................................................... 5

Level 2 Visual Course/English Through the Lens – 12ENV ...................................................................................... 6

Level 2 English Language – ESOLL2 .......................................................................................................................... 7

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT ..................................................................................................................................... 8

LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS – 12MAT ............................................................................................................................ 8

LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS – 12MSC ............................................................................................................................ 9

SOCIAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT ................................................................................................................................ 10

Level 2 Geography – 12GEO ................................................................................................................................... 10

Level 2 History – 12HIS .......................................................................................................................................... 11

Level 2 Legal Studies – 12LST ................................................................................................................................. 12

Level 2 Tourism – 12TOU ....................................................................................................................................... 13

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT .............................................................................................................................................. 14

Level 2 Biology – 12BIO .......................................................................................................................................... 14

Level 2 Chemistry – 12CHE ..................................................................................................................................... 15

Level 2 Physics – 12PHY ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Level 2 Science – 12SCI .......................................................................................................................................... 17

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT ....................................................................................................................... 18

Level 2 Applied Outdoor Education - 12AOE ........................................................................................................ 18

Level 2 Childcare – 12CHC ...................................................................................................................................... 19

Level 2 Fitness Studies – 12FIT .............................................................................................................................. 20

Level 2 Health Education – 12HED......................................................................................................................... 21

Level 2 Health & Wellbeing – 12HWB ................................................................................................................... 22

Level 2 Sports Science – 12SPS .............................................................................................................................. 23

TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT ..................................................................................................................................... 24

Level 2 Carpentry – 12CRP ..................................................................................................................................... 24

Level 2 Digital Technology - 12DGT ....................................................................................................................... 25

Level 2 Design and Visual Communication - 12DVC ............................................................................................. 26

Level 2 Engineering – 12ENI ................................................................................................................................... 27

Level 2 Hospitality – 12HOF ................................................................................................................................... 28

Level 2 Microsoft IT Academy ............................................................................................................................... 29

Level 2 Product Design – 12PRD ............................................................................................................................ 30

Level 2 Sculpture - 12SCU ...................................................................................................................................... 31

Level 2 Textiles, Fashion and Design – 12TFD ....................................................................................................... 32

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COMMERCE DEPARTMENT ........................................................................................................................................ 33

Level 2 Accounting – 12ACC ................................................................................................................................... 33

Level 2 Economics – 12ECO .................................................................................................................................... 34

THE ARTS DEPARTMENT ............................................................................................................................................ 35

Level 2 Drama – 12DRA .......................................................................................................................................... 35

Level 2 Music – 12MUS .......................................................................................................................................... 36

Level 2 Photography – 12PHO ............................................................................................................................... 37

Level 2 Visual Arts Design – 12DES ........................................................................................................................ 38

Level 2 Visual Arts Painting – 12ART ..................................................................................................................... 39

LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT ....................................................................................................................................... 40

Level 2 Spanish - 12SPA ......................................................................................................................................... 40

Level 2 Te Reo Māori - 12TRM ............................................................................................................................... 41

Level 2 Te Waharoa – 12TEW ................................................................................................................................ 42

TRANSITION................................................................................................................................................................ 43

Level 2 New Zealand Primary Industry Trade Academy - 12NZTA ...................................................................... 43

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

Course Relationship to the National Vocational Pathways

Construction & Infrastructure

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Manufacture & Technology

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Social & Community Services

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 English Achievement Standard – 12ENG

Course Entry (Prerequisites) 10 NCEA Level 1 English credits.

Course Overview Students who wish to take Level 3 English should be taking this course. This course will explore a range of challenging written, visual and oral texts.

Assessment Information Internals 20 credits

Externals 12 credits

L1 Lit 32 credits L1 Num 0 credits

UE Lit

Reading 8 credits

Writing 10 credits Both 8 credits

Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost Nil

Time out of school Nil

Continuation NCEA Level 3 English – 13ENG

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Course Level 2 Media Studies – 12MES

Course Entry (Prerequisites) Year 10 English Achievement Standard credits – includes History or Geography Achievement Standards.

Course Overview This course is ideally suited to students who are interested in the arts, Film/Television Industry, communication, and society. The course looks at the ways in which the media are influential in society, and how students can contribute positively as both consumers and creators of media products. This course works with students’ strengths in writing, design, research, and uses their existing experiences with the media. There is a strong focus on filmmaking, as students will write a script, shoot, and produce a film. This will involve creative and critical thinking, as well as the ability to problem solve. Students will have a go at editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, so some familiarity with Adobe suites would be beneficial but not a requirement to take this course. Students will learn that in all walks of life, some knowledge of how to deal with the media is essential.


Externals 4 credits


UE Lit

Reading 0 credits Writing 3 credits

Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $10


Continuation Level 3 Media Studies – 13MES



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Visual Course/English Through the Lens – 12ENV

Course Entry (Prerequisites) 10 Level One English Achievement Standard Credits

Course Overview This English course is an in-depth study of visual language. Most of the credits gained will be through internal assessments that allow the students to explore the world of film. The main focus of this course is for students to gain all their University Entrance Reading and Writing credits through internal assessment. Student will also be entered into one External Achievement Standard based on their film study.


Externals 4 credits


UE Lit


Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost Nil


Continuation NCEA Level 3 English NCEA Level 3 Media Studies

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Course Level 2 English Language – ESOLL2

Course Entry (Prerequisites) Pre –Intermediate level English Language Common European Framework level A2 The Oxford Placement Test, along with other written and oral testing during orientation, will determine the level at which the student will be placed for study, and how many periods of EL the student will require per day.

Course Overview This course is for people for whom English an additional language. Course work includes reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary in English. Particular emphasis is placed on reading and writing, which are major components of mainstream subjects and future tertiary study. English Language has Unit Standards, which are endorsed as Achieved or Not Achieved.


Externals 0 credits


UE Lit


Course Endorsement

YNo

Cost Nil


Continuation NCEA Level 3 English Language

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MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Course LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS – 12MAT

Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

At least 12 credits in NCEA Level One Mathematics, with at least 4 being from externally assessed standards. The Algebra Achievement Standards 92147 will be required.

Course Overview This course continues to develop the mathematical skills and understanding from the previous year's work. This course includes new concepts such as Probability Distributions. This course will continue to develop your problem solving and logical thinking skills, which are needed to be able to solve unfamiliar practical and mathematical problems. This course covers all the strands of Mathematics Number, Measurement, Geometry, Algebra, Statistics and Mathematical Processes. The course will be accessed by internal assessment. Entry into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Mathematics.


Externals 4 credits


UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits

Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost Mathematics Homework / Study Book- approx. $25 A scientific calculator or graphing calculator is essential. You are seriously disadvantaged if you do not have a graphing calculator. The current recommended graphing calculator is the Casio Fx9750gii.


Continuation Level 3 Statistics



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course LEVEL 2 MATHEMATICS – 12MSC

Course Entry (Prerequisites) At least 16 credits in NCEA Level One Mathematics, with a least 8 being from externally accessed standards. The Algebra Achievement Standards 90147 and 90148 will be required, with Merit in these two being preferred.

Course Overview This course continues to develop the mathematical skills and understanding from the previous year's work. This course includes new concepts such as Calculus and Probability Distributions. This course will continue to develop your problem solving and logical thinking skills, which are needed to be able to solve unfamiliar practical and mathematical problems. This course covers all the strands of Mathematics, Number, Measurement, Geometry, Algebra, Statistics and Mathematical Processes. The course will be assessed by both internal and external assessments.





Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost Mathematics Homework / Study Book- approx. $25 A scientific calculator or graphing calculator is essential. You are seriously disadvantaged if you do not have a graphing calculator. The current recommended graphing calculator is the Casio Fx9750gii.


Continuation Level 3 Statistics and/or Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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SOCIAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Geography – 12GEO

Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Students must have completed 11 Geography, 11 History or 11 English

Course Overview We live in a world of amazing beauty, infinite complexity and rigorous challenge. Geography opens the door to this dynamic world.

This course is ideally suited to students with a strong interest in environmental issues and geological science. It explores:

the pattern of crime in Chicago and how this is linked to the economy

the natural features of the Amazon basin which are threatened by oil companies

the impacts of coastal erosion around New Zealand

the current resource consent issues for opencast and underground mining in Waihi

designing and carrying out group research projects

Geography compliments other curriculum subject areas such as; Economics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, History, Tourism

As there is no specific “job” for a Geographer, Geography related careers include: Geotechnics Environmental Consultant Civil Engineering Waste Management Water Resource Management Social Policy Regional Planner Tourism Operations Manager Meteorology Ministry of Foreign Affairs


Externals 8 credits


UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits Both 8 credits

Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $220 approximate cost of Tongariro Field Trip

Time out of school 3 days

Continuation Level 3 Geography

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 History – 12HIS

Course Entry (Prerequisites) Students must have completed 11 History, 11 Geography or 11 English.

Course Overview History is a literacy rich course which teaches the skills of research, communication, resource interpretation, report writing and essay writing

It explores;

the Russian Revolution

the French Nuclear bombing in the Pacific

the bombing of the Rainbow Warrior

As there is no specific “job” for a Historian, History related careers include: Academic Librarian Archivist Editorial Assistant Solicitor Museum Education Officer Gallery Curator


Externals 9 credits



Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $280 for the field trip to Wellington – this field work has 9 credits attached to it.

Time out of school 4 days for Wellington Field Trip

Continuation Level 3 History Level 3 Classical Studies

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Course Level 2 Legal Studies – 12LST Course Entry (Prerequisites) Students must have Level 1 Literacy (10 credits) or 10 Level 1 Legal

Studies credits or at the discretion of the HOD.

Course Overview This course is a unit standards based literacy rich course, which teaches the skills of research, communication. It will cover the following content: the legal rights and responsibilities of secondary school students, crime and its consequences, the concept of democracy, government, justice, law, litigation and dispute resolution process.


Externals 0 credits


Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost TBC. There will be some costs attached to field trips

Time out of school 2 days for field trips

Continuation Level 3 Legal Studies



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Social & Community Services 0

Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Tourism – 12TOU Course Entry (Prerequisites) Nil

Course Overview The main reason to study hospitality, travel and tourism is to work in this significant industry. Hotels, airlines, destinations, attractions, transportation, cruises, events, activity providers, shopping centres, tourist services, travel agents, tour operators and many others together form a huge industry. It is in constant growth and needs more and more skilled workers and innovators every year. Tourism is such a large employer locally and nationally this course is a great introduction to the industry.

Tourism explores;

the different types of tourists

the career opportunities in the tourism industry

the different countries of the world

the New Zealand tourist industry

the history of tourism

the impacts of tourism

the calculations associated with tourism

Tourism careers include; Flight Attendant Marketing co-ordinator Travel Agent Tour Guide Hotel Management Event and Conference Organiser Activity Operator Customer Service Operator


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Cost $110 for 3 local field trips.

Time out of school Three days, one term 1, one term 2, and one term 3.

Continuation Tertiary studies/ work in the Tourism sector.

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SCIENCE DEPARTMENT



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Social & Community

Services

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Biology – 12BIO Course Entry (Prerequisites) 14 Credits (8 of which must be external) or better in NCEA Level 1

Science, or at the discretion of HOD Science.

Course Overview Biologists seek evidence to explain the nature of living things, and to understand where and how life is evolving, how evolution links life processes and ecology, and the impact that humans have on all forms of life.





Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $10 - Course materials $30 approx. for course manual plus $50 approx for field trip.

Time out of school Class field trip

Continuation Level 3 Biology – 13BIO or Level 3 Science – 13SCI

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Social & Community

Services

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Chemistry – 12CHE Course Entry (Prerequisites) 14 Credits (8 of which must be external) or better in NCEA Level 1

Science, or at the discretion of HOD Science.

Course Overview The Level 2 Chemistry course introduces students to the wider world of Chemistry. It explores the basic fundamentals of Chemistry and how chemistry it is used in society to meet needs, resolve issues and develop new technologies. It is a full academic programme comprising a combination of internal and external Achievement Standards. The internal component is practical orientated with assessments that reflect this. Level 2 Chemistry provides the basis for study at Level 3 and aims to prepare students considering careers in areas including Health Sciences, Engineering and Science.





Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $10 - Course materials $25 approx. for course manual


Continuation Level 3 Chemistry – 13CHE or Level 3 Science – 13SCI

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Social & Community

Services

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Physics – 12PHY Course Entry (Prerequisites) 14 credits (8 of which must be external) or better in NCEA Level 1

Science or at HOD's discretion. It is also highly recommended that students pass the following Mathematics papers:

91032 Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement problems

91028 Investigate relationships between tables, equations and graphs

91027 Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems

Course Overview A study of Mechanics, Optics, Electricity and Nuclear Physics with Energy the theme, integrating the whole course. As physics is heavily mathematics based a strong understanding of Level 1 Mathematics is recommended.





Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $10 - Course materials and $25 – sciPAD course manual


Continuation Level 3 Physics – 13PHY or Level 3 Science – 13 SCI

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Social & Community

Services

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Science – 12SCI Course Entry (Prerequisites) 14 Credits or better in NCEA Level 1 Science, or at the discretion

of HOD Science.

Course Overview The focus in this course is on practical activities as well as research and the application of Science concepts across various Science strands. This course will involve practical laboratory work and the opportunity to undertake a Science investigation in the field. Standards are offered in 3 of the Science strands; Biology, Chemistry and Physics.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Cost $10 - Course materials plus $50 approx. for a possible field trip.


Continuation Level 3 Science. This course leads on to a Level Three Science course. It is not a subject students can use to gain entry into Level 3 Chemistry, Physics or Biology. Students needing to take these subjects must first have completed these subjects at Level 2 and met the entry criteria

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT




Primary Industries

Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Applied Outdoor Education - 12AOE Course Entry (Prerequisites) Nil

Course Overview In Level 2 Applied Outdoor Education you will be working towards Level 2 and Level 3 NZQA unit and Achievement Standard credits. This will count towards a National Certificate in Outdoor Recreation (Leadership) (Level 3) as well as the National Certificate of Achievement in Education (NCEA). This course is designed to give students access and skills in various recreational settings. It will benefit students who wish to go into the adventure tourism industry, the services and those who wish to learn about themselves when faced with a challenge.


Externals Nil



Course Endorsement

No

Cost $200 per student

Time out of school 8 Days Mountain Biking, Tough Guy/Gal Challenge and Adrenalin Forest

Continuation Level 3 Applied Outdoor Education – 13AOE

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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30

Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Childcare – 12CHC Course Entry (Prerequisites) Nil

Course Overview This course has a strong emphasis on developing knowledge and skills about positive parenting, child development, child-rearing practices and communication skills. Students have the opportunity to explore a variety of careers such as teaching, early childhood education, midwifery, nanny work, social work and nursing. During this course students are assessed by completing unit standards at level two from the following possibilities. A number of the units are provided and moderated by the Royal NZ Plunket Society. The Plunket Unit Standards contribute towards the National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care Level 3.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Cost $40.00 (Workbook and Learning Journals)


Continuation National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care Level 3

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Fitness Studies – 12FIT

Course Entry (Prerequisites) Satisfactory completion of Year 11 AOE/ SPS or at the HOD’s discretion. Participation in a RLHS sports team is highly recommended

Course Overview The idea behind this course is to target students who have an interest in being active and getting fit. For some it might be because they have a strong interest in the Sport & Fitness industry, Military or other Public Services. For others this may be the catalyst for them to start thinking about their own physical wellbeing, getting more active and reaping the benefits. It is also an avenue for students who play sport and want to learn more about getting fit for their sport and becoming a more competitive player on the sports field. Students will be encouraged to develop knowledge and skills that will lead them to be more resourceful, self-reliant and responsible. This is a practical based course with opportunities to develop relationships with the Rotorua Police, Rotorua Fire Services, and local gym businesses.


Externals 0 credits


UE Lit


Course Endorsement

No

Cost Travel - locally ($10) Nutrition ($10) Training at Gym Facility ($5) Fitness Studies Training Tee ($15)

Time out of school Visits to local gym Visits to local training areas (Redwoods, Smallbone Park) Visit to Rotorua Fire Services and Rotorua Police Station/ or training facility

Continuation Fitness Studies – Level 3

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Health Education – 12HED

Course Entry (Prerequisites) Literacy Level 1 NCEA and/or Level 1 Health 14 credits or at HOD’s discretion

Course Overview The learning in Health at NCEA Level 2 course aims to develop critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills such as communication, advocacy and networking and research skills in the area of health education. During this course students will investigate a variety of health issues. Topics include gender and sexuality, health promotion, teenage issues and resilience through mental health.


Externals 5 credits


UE Lit


Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $10.00


Continuation NCEA Level 3 Health Education

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Health & Wellbeing – 12HWB Course Entry (Prerequisites) Satisfactory completion of Year 11 Health or at the HOD’s

discretion.

Course Overview This course provides opportunities for students to enhance their own well-being and aims to assist them in their transition from being a teenager to an adult, with emphasis on career development. Knowledge and skills will be delivered with 4 key areas of focus in mind.

Self-identity

Physical Wellbeing

Mental and Social Wellbeing

Careers Development Students will have a unique opportunity to select their own credits that are most beneficial for their own development and needs from a selection of course focused standards.

Assessment Information Internals Select 20 credits from 30 credits on offer

Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Cost Nutrition Experiences ($10) Travel – locally ($5) *Licence fee – if needed ($50)

Time out of school Visit to Toi Ohomai Visit to local Support Services *Driving Test with VINZ

Continuation Health & Wellbeing – Level 3

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Sports Science – 12SPS Course Entry (Prerequisites) 11 PED - Achievement Standard 90963 (1.2) 5 credits.

HOD Physical Education approval.

Course Overview In Level 2 Sport Science you will be working towards Level 2 credits for the National Certificate of Achievement in Education (NCEA). The focus of this course is on understanding, applying and reflecting on theoretical principles in a practical context. It will include concepts relating to Biomechanics, Motor Skill Learning, Functional Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Sports Psychology, Social Responsibility and Leadership Strategies.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $20 course fee plus costs for out of school activities

Time out of school 3 Day Camp and a one day Tough Guy/Gal Challenge

Continuation Level 3 Sports Science - 13SPS

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TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Course Level 2 Carpentry – 12CRP Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Students KAMAR record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines.

Course Overview This is a full year's course designed around furniture making. Students will make a series of set projects including a garden chair. They will learn how to select, use and maintain tools and equipment skilfully and safely to produce high quality products.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

It is essential that students understand the importance of safety in the Carpentry Workshop. Unsafe behaviour is not tolerated and any student who puts themselves or others at risk will be removed from the workshop immediately and possibly permanently.

Cost $90 for raw materials. Extra embellishments and additional resources as appropriate.


Continuation Level 3 Carpentry



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Digital Technology - 12DGT Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Students KAMAR record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines.

Course Overview Computational Thinking for Digital Technologies enables students to express problems and formulate solutions in ways that means a computer (an information processing agent) can be used to solve them. In this area, students develop:

Algorithmic thinking skills and understanding of the computer science principles that underpin all digital technologies.

Students learn core programming concepts and hoe to take advantage of the capabilities of computers, so that they can become creators of digital technologies, not just users.

Understanding of how computer data is stored.

Designing and developing digital outcomes: In this area, students understand that digital applications and systems are created for humans by humans. Students develop the following:

An increasingly sophisticated understanding and skills for designing and producing quality, fit-for-purpose, digital outcomes.

Understanding of the technologies people need in order to locate, analyse, evaluate and present digital information efficiently, effectively and ethically.

Awareness of intellectual property issues that arise within digital systems.

Develop knowledge and skills in using different digital technologies to create digital content for the web, and prints.


Externals 0 credits

L1 Lit 4 Credits L1 Num 0 credits


Course Endorsement

NO

Cost $5 Printing card, $10 code averages – Total $15


Continuation Level 3 Digital Technology (University approved subject)



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Social & Community Services –

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Creative Industries –

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Course Level 2 Design and Visual Communication - 12DVC Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

16 credits at Level 1 DVC.

Course Overview This is a full-year course that will cover topics such as communicating design ideas, Product and Spatial Design. Students will use Microsoft Office and Computer Aided Draughting (Autocad, Revit, Inventor) for digital design and presentation. This subject will lead to pathways in the areas of Engineering, Graphic Design, Architecture, Landscaping, Manufacturing, Technology, Construction and Infrastructure industries.





Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $50.00 – ICT component (colour printing and copying), paper, coloured card, consumables. DVC pack $55.00


Continuation Level 3 DVC



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Engineering – 12ENI Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Students must have achieved US22923 Demonstrate basic engineering workshop skills under close supervision

Course Overview This course is for students considering careers such as tool making, fitting, fabrication and general engineering. The course promotes the understanding and interpretation of mechanical engineering drawings as well as developing more advanced skills. There is a focus on precision and working within close tolerances to ensure the precise fit of mating components. Students will complete a project that will demonstrate their engineering skills to potential employers.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

It is essential that students understand the importance of safety in the Engineering Workshop. Unsafe behaviour is not tolerated and any student who puts themselves or others at risk will be removed from the workshop immediately and possibly permanently.

Cost $60 for raw materials. Extra embellishments and additional resources as appropriate.


Continuation Tertiary Education, Gateway or Apprenticeship.



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Primary Industries

10

Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Hospitality – 12HOF Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Students KAMAR record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines. Other students may be admitted at the discretion of the HOD

Course Overview Students will be looking at the development of food products both in the classroom and in the commercial environment while developing advanced practical skills. This course builds a foundation for the Hospitality industry.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

NO

Cost $80.00 – ingredients and HIS packages

Time out of school Students will be offered the opportunity to participate in a Barista course which supports Hospitality career and study pathway.

Continuation Level 3 Food and Hospitality 13HOF




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Primary Industries

4

Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Microsoft IT Academy Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Nil

Course Overview IT Academy prepares students for industry-recognized certifications. By earning a Microsoft Certification students will:

Demonstrate their skills on the latest technologies

Have a firm measure and increased confidence in their skills

Achieve a greater degree of success in their pursuit of higher education or a career

Gain recognition among peers and employers, and a distinct edge in the competitive job market

Chart a career development path for ongoing Microsoft skills Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification validates mastery of Microsoft Office skills that are valuable demonstrating productivity in a wide range of jobs and other life pursuits. Earning MOS certification proves the ability to use Office applications for on the job needs and provides valuable distinction to help students enter higher education or the workforce. MOS certification is an industry, worldwide recognized qualification. It is an accepted worldwide standard.

Assessment Information Potential Credits Level 2 is: Industry Certificate in Microsoft Office Specialist Level 2: 12 Credits equivalent, can only be used once. Internal Credits Level 2: 11 Credits - US 2788, US 2781, 2790

Cost $5 paper and other consumables


Continuation Microsoft Technology Associate



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Primary Industries

6

Services Industries

6

Social & Community Services –

Creative Industries –

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Course Level 2 Product Design – 12PRD Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Product Design level 1. Students KAMAR record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines. Other students may be admitted at the discretion of the HOD.

Course Overview This Technology course is aimed at students considering tertiary study and a career in creative industries such as Industrial or Commercial Design, Furniture Design, Domestic Product Design, Set Design for theatre or film, Interior Design, Landscape Design etc. The course is project based. You will investigate a real word issue and work closely with a client and stakeholder to develop your ideas into a carefully crafted prototype to evaluate the effectiveness of your proposed design solution. You will develop skills in time-management, critical thinking, planning, research, communication of design ideas and workshop skills.


Externals 4 credits (optional)



Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $60 for raw materials and consumables.


Continuation Product Design Level 3



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Sculpture - 12SCU Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

It is preferred that students have studied Technology, Graphics and/or Art in Year 10.

Course Overview This course explores the process of development that turns a 2 dimensional design into a 3 dimensional one. The course structure follows that of a wide range of industries including the film industry and computer gaming when a new idea or product needs developing. For example students will produce a range of ideas then reduce that to one, explore a range of materials and methods to make it, make a model to work out any problems, then produce it full size. Students will be made aware of a wide range of influences, styles of drawing, sculpting materials and methods.





Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $50


Continuation Level 3 Sculpture. Any Level 3 Visual Arts course, including Photography, Painting, Design or Printmaking. Apprenticeships and training in Design industries, Diploma courses in Fine Arts and Design.

Potential Subject Clash The 2.5 or AS 91325 (4 credits) clashes with Level 2 Graphic Novel, Visual Arts Print and Painting and Visual Arts Design. All other standards are distinct at Level 2 and do not clash with other subjects. And AS91344 with Technology.



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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Primary Industries

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Services Industries

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Creative Industries

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Course Level 2 Textiles, Fashion and Design – 12TFD Course Entry

(Prerequisites) Students KAMAR record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines. Other students may be admitted at the discretion of the HOD

Course Overview This course offers an introduction to the diverse fashion career and design pathways and further study at polytechnic or university which offer a wide range of careers in areas such as design, merchandising, product development, production, interior design. This course offers design, pattern making, sewing and construction skills using a variety of fabrics and to achieve a quality finish.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Cost $60.00


Continuation Level 3 Textiles Fashion and Design

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COMMERCE DEPARTMENT

Course Level 2 Accounting – 12ACC Course Entry (Prerequisites) Level 1 Accounting (12 credits) or liaison with HOD.

Course Overview This course is ideally suited to students intending to follow Business or Commerce courses at University. This course builds on NCEA Level 1, giving students the skills to develop, analyse and interpret Accounting information.


Externals 9 credits



Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $14 – eStudee $25 – Accounting Workbook

Time out of school One class trip

Continuation Level 3 Accounting Graduates of Accounting can work for accountant firms, legal firms, marketing and business management companies, central and local government & financial asset investors.



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Course Level 2 Economics – 12ECO Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

This course is independent from Level 1 Economics. Students may begin study at Level 2 provided they have gained Level 1 NCEA, including literacy and numeracy requirements. If students wish to continue study at Level 3, it may be best for them to choose Level 1 Economics and include Level 2 credits in their course of study.

Course Overview The focus at Level 2 is Macro-economic Concepts. Students use economic models and concepts to analyse causes and effects of the major issues of: growth, unemployment, inflation and trade.


Externals 8 credits

L1 Lit 18 credits L1 Num 0 Credits


Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost $20 plus $15 for eLearn Economics individual licence $300 (approx.) for Wellington field trip

Time out of school Wellington Field Trip (3 days)

Continuation Level 3 Economics – 13ECO



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THE ARTS DEPARTMENT

Course Level 2 Drama – 12DRA Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Level 1 Drama or English and/or Te Reo to Level One Achieved.

Course Overview Level 2 Drama combines theory and practical work to not only develop performance skills, but also create an understanding of our world. Students will select and use elements, techniques, conventions and technologies associated with drama. Research, evaluation and analysis will also be used to refine ideas within a range of dramatic forms to develop drama. Students will perform and make critical judgements about how elements, techniques, conventions and technologies are used to create form and meaning in their own and others work.


Externals 8 credits



Course Endorsement

Yes

Technology (digital camera) and portfolio work will be used to collect evidence of the student’s learning and all students will be filmed for assessment purposes.

Cost $50.00 (curriculum materials)

Time out of school NIL

Continuation Level 3 Drama – 13DRA



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Course Level 2 Music – 12MUS Course Entry (Prerequisites) The prerequisite for 12 Music is at least achieving the performance

standards at Level 1 Music or please see Mrs Stunell to confirm that you meet the standard so you can be successful in this subject. Level 2 Music is mainly performance based. Students need to be capable of performing songs or pieces of music on an instrument or as a singer to a reasonably high standard. As part of 12 Music, students will perform as a soloist and as a member of a group.

Course Overview Level 2 Music follows on from the Year 11 Music. This course is divided into four main areas

Performing music as a soloist

Performing music as a member of a group

Study and research New Zealand Music

Compose music and songs All students will be offered free instrumental tuition in piano, guitar and voice. Career Pathways include, Musician, Teacher, Music Producer, Composer, Sound Engineer and Music Therapist


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Performance assessments will be recorded in front of a small audience for assessment purposes.

Cost Nil

Time out of school Ni

Continuation Level 3 Music – 13MUS

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Course Level 2 Photography – 12PHO Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

NCEA Level 1 credits in Visual Arts or Photography is preferable but not necessary.

Course Overview The work developed for assessment for both internal and external assessments will be project based investigations around themes. These themes will centre on various photographic conventions and use a variety of interesting established artist models to help guide students to a successful body of practical work in each unit. In this course students will learn to use a Digital camera with manual controls. The course is taught in a Fine Arts context using professional artist models as a method of study and a means of developing a body of original works in series towards assessment. Students will also be taught Digital Photography and Photoshop manipulation, for beginners or advanced students. Career pathways include Journalistic Photography, Fashion Photography, Advertising, Television and Film Production, Design Pathways and Fine Arts and Portrait Photography.





Course Endorsement

Yes

The internals are presented in workbook format. The external consists of two A1 folio boards.

Cost Students will need a Digital Camera with ability to use manual functions. Compulsory Photography Pack $90 approx. – includes equipment for course work and $20 towards printing of assessment work. Other costs may be incurred during production of folio work.


Continuation Level 3 Photography



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Course Level 2 Visual Arts Design – 12DES Course Entry (Prerequisites) Either Level 1 Visual Arts or Photography are required, Digital Visual

Communication or Digital Design are helpful.

Course Overview If you are considering studying to work in the Film and Television Industry, Animation, 3-D modelling, Architecture, or Graphic/Web Design, you will benefit from this course. You will be learning about art in the design industry, and how to develop logos, poster etc from a design brief. The external assessments will be a folio of work due at the end of the year. This course is designed to cater for the vocational pathways initiative by focussing on what YOU want to do in further study, or your current interests and passions.





Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost Art pack $22.00, unless student has materials from Year 11. Order forms available for individual items. Extra materials may be required during the course. Filming equipment and rendering programs can be accessed through the school.


Continuation Any Level 3 Visual Arts course, including Photography, Painting, Design or Printmaking. Apprenticeships and training in Design industries, Diploma courses in Fine Arts and Design. Career pathways include Journalism, Photography, Fashion Photography, Advertising, Television and Film Production, Game Design/Programming, and Fine Arts and Portrait Photography.

Potential Subject Credit

Clash

4 credits with Visual Arts Print and Painting, 20 credits with Graphic Novel, 4 credits with Sculpture.

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Course Level 2 Visual Arts Painting – 12ART Course Entry (Prerequisites) Either Level 1 Visual Arts, Photography, Sculpture or Graphic Novel are

required, Digital Visual Communication or Digital Design are helpful.

Course Overview This course is designed to guide students to realising their creative potential and confidence through Fine Arts practices, using a variety of painting, drawing and image making processes and materials. Emphasis will be on exploration and experimentation, and based on the study of professional contemporary artists. The assessment units will be fun projects that are easy for students to engage in, based around the students’ choice of themes and to suit their style of working. A range of painting styles will be explored including Expressionism and Realism, Graphic Art and Abstraction. Drawing tuition is provided throughout the course. A field trip will start the year off to gather visual information, based on the students themes and choices. Students have the opportunity to include Printmaking or Art History standards during the year if appropriate.




UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing O credits

Course Endorsement

Yes

Cost Art pack $25.00, unless student has materials from Year 11. Order forms available for individual items. Extra materials may be required during the course.

Continuation Any Level 3 Visual Arts course, including Photography, Painting, Design or Printmaking. Apprenticeships and training in Design industries, Diploma courses in Fine Arts and Design.

Potential Subject Credit

Clash

4 credits clashes with Sculpture.

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LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT



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Course Level 2 Spanish - 12SPA

Course Entry (Prerequisites) 9 Credits NCEA Spanish Level 1, or at HOD discretion.

Course Overview In NCEA Level 2 Spanish, students will learn language and skills required to communicate with Spanish-speaking people, expressing their own ideas and opinions on topics of immediate interest to them, and the world around them, using a range of tenses and language features.

From running cleaning and/or construction crews, childcare, call centres and working in the travel industry to international trade, diplomacy, engineering and law, many career pathways are enhanced due to being able to speak a second language. In today’s global village with its cross-national workforce, never has being bilingual been a more valuable asset. Being able to understand and to speak Spanish also enhances international travel and study experiences.





Course Endorsement

Yes

The NCEA Assessments AS91149 2.3 Interact and AS91149 2.5 Writing are both portfolios and require at least two pieces of evidence before grades can be awarded.

Cost Language Perfect Licence ($30) Food for meals – (optional) Assessment of Language Competency Certificate (approximately $13 Optional)


Continuation NCEA Level 3 Spanish (By correspondence if insufficient numbers)

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Course Level 2 Te Reo Māori - 12TRM Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

At least 12 Achievement Standard credits or 6 Unit Standard credits from NCEA Level 1 Te Reo Māori.

Course Overview This course is for those students who wish to extend and develop their skills in Whakarongo, Pānui, Kōrero and Tuhituhi.

This course will cover topics aligned to the external NCEA Level 2 Te Reo Māori . The topics may include Te Marae – Tikanga, Kawa, Hui - Pohiri, Tangihanga, Sports and Recreation today, traditional Māori games and Pastimes, Ko ngā tūmanako, Ko ngā Kōrero Pūrākau me ngā Pakiwaitara.

Assessment Information Internals: 16 credits

Externals: 12 credits



Course Endorsement

Yes

Te Reo Māori is a portfolio subject. Students will need to work towards each strand during the year. Final grades for internal assessments will be awarded at the beginning of Term 4.

Cost Nil


Continuation NCEA Level 3 Te Reo Māori

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Course Level 2 Te Waharoa – 12TEW

Course Entry (Prerequisites) Level 1 Te Waharoa or at the HOD’s discretion

Course Overview This course is an introduction to Maori Tikanga, History and Geography. It provides unit standards credits towards NCEA level 2


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Cost $20 for local field trips


Continuation Level 3 Te Waharoa

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TRANSITION



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Course Level 2 New Zealand Primary Industry Trade Academy - 12NZTA

Course Entry

(Prerequisites)

Must have completed 11NZTA. Under exceptional circumstances a student may be allowed direct entry at HOD’s discretion

Course Overview The Primary ITO Trade Academy is a unique partnership between Rotorua Lakes High, Primary ITO, and primary industry employers. Blending classroom study with on-job learning and one day per week industry placement in Year 12. Students specialise in an area of the Primary ITO and complete standards in that Industry’s chosen discipline.


Externals 0 credits



Course Endorsement

No

Cost Nil

Time out of school 20 Days

Continuation Nil

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