year 11 subject booklet 2022 - feildinghigh.ibcdn.nz

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FAHS - FEILDING HIGH SCHOOL

2022 Year 11 Course Information

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CONTENTS 4. Subject Selection Overview Course Planning Your Year 11 Course Selecting your Subject Choices 5. Subject Information Progressions from Year 10 into Year 11 English, Maths, Science Courses 6. Year 11 English Overview 7. Year 11 Mathematics Overview 8. Year 11 Science Overview

2022 YEAR 11 OPTION SUBJECTS 9. 11ACC Accounting 10. 11AGR Agricultural Science 11. 11BUI Building 12. 11BUS Business Studies 13. 11CBP Chemistry – Biology - Physics 14. 11DVC Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) 15. 11DTE Digital Technology 16. 11DRA Drama 17. 11ECO Economics 18. 11TEN Engineering 19. 11ENG English 20. 11EST English Studies 21. 11ESK English Skills 22. 11ELL English Language Learning 23. 11FNU Food and Nutrition 24. 11FRE French 25. 11GEO Geography 26. 11HIS History 27. 11HOS Hospitality 28. 11HRT Horticultural Science 29. 11JPN Japanese 30. 11MAT Mathematics 31. 11MST Mathematics Studies 32. 11MSK Mathematics Skills 33. 11MED Media Studies 34. 11MUS Music 35. 11MUI Music Industry 36. 11PEH Physical Education and Health 37. 11PRI Primary Industries 38. 11SCI Science 39. 11SCST Science Studies 40. 11SCSK Science Skills

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41. 11SPS Sport Science 42. 11SPEC South Pacific Educational Courses 43. 11TEAO Te Ao Māori 44. 11MAO Te Reo Māori 45. 11TTE Technology Textiles 46. 11TRA Transition 47. 11ART Visual Arts 48. 11VST Vocational Studies

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SUBJECT SELECTION OVERVIEW Course Planning When planning your Year 11 Subject Selection for 2022, keep the following in mind:

• The subjects you take in Year 11 impact on subject available to you in Year 12 and then into Year 13

• If you have a particular career in mind, research the requirements to ensure your subject choices create a pathway to get there

• If you are unsure remember you have the following people you can talk to: o Your Whānau o Your Teachers o Faculty Leaders o Your Dean o Careers Advisors – Miss MacKenzie and Miss Johanson

Your Year 11 Course

• A Year 11 course consists of six subjects • All students are required to take a course in English, Mathematics and Science, you will be

placed in the appropriate classes by your teachers based upon your performance in Year 10 • Students will also take three other subjects

Selecting your Subject Choices Your subject selection will be made early in Term 4 on the Parent Portal. The Parent Portal can be accessed via the ‘Quick Links’ menu on our school webpage or directly via the following address: https://parentportal.feildinghigh.school.nz We will try to fulfil the wishes of students and their whānau in selecting subjects, but the school reserves the right to limit or modify classes according to:

• The ability and needs of the student • Available staffing, resources and timetable restrictions.

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Subject Information The following pages contain information about following:

• Entry requirements for Year 11 subjects • Where the subject may lead to in Year 12

It is possible that some of the information may change prior to the start of the 2022 school year.

Progressions from Year 10 into Year 11 English, Mathematics and Science Courses Each subject has three classes - students will be placed in a class in each subject by their Year 10 class teacher. 11ENG English 11EST English Studies 11ESK English Skills 11MAT Mathematics 11MST Mathematics Studies 11MSK Mathematics Skills 11SCI Science 11SCST Science Studies 11SCSK Science Skills

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Year 11 English Overview All Year 11 students must be in one of the three compulsory English courses at Year 11: 11 English - 11ENG, 11 English Studies - 11EST, 11 English Skills - 11ESK 11 ENGLISH - 11ENG • Students who gain Achieved grades or higher throughout Year 10 English can expect to be placed

in the 11 English class (11ENG) by their teacher. • Students wanting to attend University should aim to be placed in the 11 English class (11ENG). 11 ENGLISH STUDIES - 11EST • Students who have found aspects of the Year 10 English programme difficult may be placed in an

11 English Studies (11EST) class by their teacher. • Students placed in 11 English Studies (11EST) will move into 12 English Studies (12EST) or 12

English Skills (12ESK). Students who show proficiency in this course may be placed in 12ENG at the HOF’s discretion.

• Students should be aware that placement in an 11 English Studies class (11EST) may restrict some options available to them in Year 12 as some subjects require students to have taken the 11 English course (11ENG).

11 ENGLISH SKILLS - 11ESK • The focus in this course will be achieving the 10 credits in Literacy required for the Level 1 NCEA

certificate.

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Year 11 Mathematics Overview All Year 11 students will be placed in to one of the three compulsory Mathematics courses at Year 11: 11 Mathematics - 11MAT, 11 Mathematics Studies - 11MST, 11 Mathematics Skills - 11MSK. This decision will be made by the HOF Mathematics based on Year 10 Mathematics results and classroom teacher recommendations. If a student is aiming to take the Year 12 Mathematics (12MAT), 12 Chemistry (12CHE), 12 Physics (12PHY), 13 Calculus (13CAL), 13 Statistics (13STA), 13 Mathematics (13MAT), 13 Chemistry (13CHE) or 13 Physics (13PHY) courses they should aim to be in the 11 Mathematics course (11MAT). 11 MATHEMATICS - 11MAT • To be placed in 11 Mathematics (11MAT), students must achieve well in all assessments,

especially in the end of year examination. • Students need to have particularly good results in Number and Algebra if they are going to

succeed in the 11 Mathematics (11MAT) course. • The 11 Mathematics (11MAT) course is assessed through both internally assessed and externally

assessed Achievement Standards. • You can enter any Year 12 Mathematics course from 11MAT. You are limited to 12MST if you

have completed the 11 Mathematics Studies (11MST) course. • 12 Chemistry (12CHE) requires students to have 10 credits from the 11 Mathematics (11MAT)

course or the 11 Mathematics Studies (11MST) course and requires 12 Mathematics (12MAT) or 12 Mathematics Studies (12 MST) as a co-requisite.

• 12 Physics (12PHY) requires students to have 14 credits from the 11 Mathematics (11MAT) course or 11 Mathematics Studies (11MST) and requires 12 Mathematics (12MAT) or 12 Mathematics Studies (12MST) as a co-requisite.

• 13 Physics (13PHY) requires 12 credits from the 12 Mathematics (12MAT) course. 11 MATHEMATICS STUDIES - 11MST • 11 Mathematics Studies offers mostly internally assessed Achievement Standards with one

externally examined Achievement Standard. • Students can progress into Year 12 Mathematics Studies. 11 MATHEMATICS SKILLS - 11MSK • 11 Mathematics Skills is assessed using Portfolio based Unit Standards with optional internal

Achievement Standards. • The focus in this course will be achieving the 10 credits in Numeracy required for the Level 1 NCEA

certificate. Speak with your Mathematics teacher or the HOF Mathematics if you have questions or concerns regarding your Year 11 Mathematics course.

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Year 11 Science Overview All Year 11 students must be in one of the three compulsory Science courses: 11 Science A (11SCI), 11 Science Studies (11SCST), 11 Science Skills (11SCSK). There is also one additional 11 Science course offered: 11 Chemistry-Biology-Physics (11CBP). Students may choose this option in addition to the 11 Science (11SCI) course. Students need to consider their possible career pathways and the requirements for tertiary study to ensure their subject choices are suitable. Many career options such as agriculture, horticulture, engineering, armed forces, health sciences (e.g., both animal and human including nursing, vet nursing, vet, physiotherapy, dietician etc.) require some science at Year 12 and / or Year 13. Check with the tertiary provider or the school’s Careers Advisors. 11 SCIENCE - 11SCI • To be placed in 11 Science (11SCI), students must achieve well in ALL Year 10 assessments and

the end of year examination. • 11 Science (11SCI) is assessed by a combination of practical based internal Achievement

Standards and externally assessed Achievement Standards. • To be able to take any of the senior sciences (Biology, Chemistry or Physics), students must

complete the 11 Science (11SCI) course. • 12 Biology (12BIO), students must achieve 12 credits from the 11 Science (11SCI) course as well

as 8 credits from 11 English (11ENG) or 11 credits from English Studies (11EST). • 12 Chemistry (12CHE) requires students to achieve 12 credits in the 11 Science (11SCI) course and

have reasonable algebra skills. • 12 Physics (12PHY) requires students to have achieved 12 credits in the 11 Science (11SCI) course

and have reasonable algebra and trigonometry skills. Year 12 Mathematics (12MAT) or 12 Mathematics Studies (12MST) is a co-requisite. To progress from 12 Physics (12PHY) to 13 Physics (13PHY) students must have completed the 12 Mathematics (12MAT) course.

11 SCIENCE STUDIES - 11SCST • 11 Science Studies (11SCST) offers internally assessed Achievement Standards. • Students can only continue from 11 Science Studies (11SCST) into 12 Science (12SCI); they may

gain entry into Year 11 Science (11SCI) for the following year. 11 SCIENCE SKILLS - 11SCSK • 11 Science Skills (11SCSK) offers internally assessed Achievement Standards and Unit Standards. • Students can progress into the Year 12 Science course if they have 20 credits from the Year 11

Science Skills course and 7 credits from Year 11 English or Year 11 English Studies. • Depending on their achievement in this course, students may progress into 11 Science (11SCI) or

Year 12 Science (12SCI).

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ACCOUNTING 11ACC Entry Requirements Ability in Mathematics and English and / or Te Reo Maori.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Accounting concepts • Accounting equation • Preparing financial statements • Budgeting for individuals and households • Analysis and calculations of financial data This course aims to:

• provide students with knowledge of the principles, processes, and systems of accounting • enable students to apply financial knowledge and skills to practical solutions

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90976 Ext 3 90977 Int 5 90978 Ext 5 90980 Ext 4 90981 Int 3

Total Credits Available 20

Subject Progression 11 Accounting leads to 12 Accounting • Entry to 12 Accounting requires 10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits; 11 Accounting is an

advantage. • 13 Accounting is an Approved Subject for University Entrance. • Leads to careers in commerce, including accountancy firms, finance and banking fields, e-

commerce, retail, forensic accounting, fashion, sports, farm management and education. Special Conditions of Subject Students require a workbook ($30.00) and may require a revision workbook ($20.00) and must have a calculator.

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AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE 11AGR This course provides students with an introduction to the New Zealand agricultural industry. Students will study aspects of soil and livestock management which will include a practical investigation. Students also explore the reasons for the location of New Zealand’s primary industries and the importance behand environmentally sustainable farming practices. Entry Requirements Open entry.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Livestock management practices • Practical investigation • Soil management practices • Geographic distribution of primary production in New Zealand • Environmental impacts of primary production

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90918 Int 4 90160 Int 3 90919 Ext 4 90920 Int 3 90921 Ext 5


Subject Progression 11 Agriculture leads to 12 Agriculture or 12 Primary Industries • Entry to 12 Agriculture requires 12 credits from 11 Agriculture or at TIC discretion. • Entry to 12 Primary Industries requires a student to have completed Year 11 Primary Industries

or by approval of the teacher in charge. Logged farm work is required in Year 12. • 13 Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

Special Conditions of Subject • Farm Duty, on a rostered basis, is available in Terms 1, 2 and 3 for all Year 11 students. • Students may only enter one of 11 Primary Industries and 11 Agriculture.

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BUILDING 11BUI Entry Requirements Students wanting to take Year 11 Building and/or Year 11 Engineering they must have taken Year 10 Hard Materials. Selection is also dependent on students being able to demonstrate both the necessary technical skills and a thorough understanding of health and safety in the workshop.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Use the design process to generate ideas and produce outcomes to solve a problem using a combination of building materials.

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 24352 Int 2 24355 Int 4 24356 Int 8 25920 Int 3 31512 Int 2

Total Credits Available 19 Subject Progression Year 11 Materials leads to 12 Building or 12 Engineering Special Conditions of Subject $110.00 to cover the cost of materials in the take home project

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BUSINESS STUDIES 11BUS Entry Requirements Open entry.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Business case studies – local level businesses • Starting your own business • Different types of ownership structures • Loaning finance to start or expand a business • Factors outside the business that may impact it • Human Resources and Employment • The 4 P’s of Marketing/Marketing Mix • A business pitch or activity • Employees and Employers • Business success, goals and aims • Entrepreneurs • Financial documents – Income statements and Statement of Financial position This is a relatable and realistic business course looking at business ownership within a current setting. Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90837 Ext 4 90840 Int 4 90841 Int 3 90842 Int 6


Subject Progression • 11 Business Studies leads to 12 Business Studies (looking at National Business) and will flow

through to 13 Business Studies (looking at Global Business) • 13 Business Studies is an approved subject for University Entrance

Special Conditions • Students will be expected to purchase a class workbook. (Approximately $35.00)

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CHEMISTRY – BIOLOGY - PHYSICS 11CBP Entry requirements • Achievement in ALL of the topic tests in the Year 10 Science course and in the end of year exam

or at the discretion of the teacher in charge of 11CBP • Co-requisite – 11 Science (11SCI).

Course outline: This course is to enable students who intend to continue with Chemistry, Physics and / or Biology in Year 12 to develop a broader knowledge base and understanding of Level 1 Chemistry, Physics and Biology principles. Chemistry topics: Carbon chemistry Selected elements Physics topics: Wave behaviour and light Electricity and magnetism Biology topics: Micro-organisms

Assessment TOTAL CREDITS - 18 credits Chemistry: 2 External Achievement standards 8 credits Physics: 2 Internal Achievement standards 6 credits Biology: 1 External Achievement standard 4 credits

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits Subfield 90942 Int 4 Physics 90936 Int 2 90932 Ext 4 Chemistry 90933 Ext 4 90927 Ext 4 Biology Total Credits Available 18

Subject progression • Entry into 12 Biology, 12 Chemistry and 12 Physics is through the 11SCI course.

Special conditions • Students must be in 11SCI • Students are required to purchase 3 individual workbooks for the external standards from the

stationery shop. Approximate cost is $30.00.

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DESIGN AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION (Graphics) 11DVC Design and Visual Communication, DVC, was previously known as Graphics. Entry Requirements It is recommended that students have taken DVC in Y10. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered DVC is a design brief-based course that provides students with the opportunity to develop their design and visual communication skills. It includes the study and application of the design process, freehand and instrumental drawing techniques and presentation skills. The students’ complete projects in areas of spatial, product and media design. Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 91063 Ext 3 91066 Int 3 91067 Int 3 91068 Int 6 91069 Int 4

Total Credits Available 19 Subject Progression 11 Design and Visual Communication (DVC) leads to 12DVC. • Entry to 12DVC requires 12 credits from 11DVC. • 13DVC is an Approved Subject for University Entrance. • Skills learnt can lead to design and communication courses at polytechnics and other tertiary

institutions.

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DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY 11DTE Entry Requirements Year 10 Digital Technology or an ability to prove a reasonable understanding of computer programming

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered This course is a mix of basic practical skills and theoretical concepts of Computer Science. Topics Include: � Algorithms � Computer Science � Computer Programming � Planning – Software Development and Designing and Developing Digital Outcomes

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 91883 Int 4 91884 Int 6 91885 Int 3 91886 Ext 3


Subject Progression 11 Digital Technology leads to 12 Digital Technology. • Entry to 12 Digital Technology requires an achieved grade or greater in 91883. • 13 Digital Technology is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

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DRAMA 11DRA Entry Requirements Year 9 or 10 Drama preferable but not essential. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered This is a predominantly practical course, supported by written evaluations and documentation of work completed. Students are expected to participate fully and be capable of keeping a detailed journal / work book as directed by the teacher. Units vary from extending skills learnt in Years 9 and 10, to introducing new skills and concepts. As all work is assessed in groups, excellent attendance is required. Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90997 Int 5 90999 Int 4 90009 Int 5

Optional standard 90011 Ext 4

Total Credits Available 18 Subject Progression 11 Drama leads to 12 Drama • Entry to 12 Drama requires achievement of 2 standards from 11 Drama, one of which must be

the class production (AS90009). • 13 Drama is an Approved Subject for University Entrance. Special Conditions of Subject Extra rehearsal time outside of class will be required for the class production. Special Conditions of Subject Students are expected to attend live theatre organised by the department, and they may be required to provide some costuming for the class production.

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ECONOMICS 11ECO Entry Requirements Open entry.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Consumer choices, scarcity and demand • Producer choices and decisions about production • Government choices and how they affect society • Interdependence of sectors in the New Zealand economy • The market economy

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90983 Ext 4 90984 Int 5 90985 Ext 3 90986 Ext 5 90988 Int 3

Total Credits Available 20 Subject Progression 11 Economics leads to 12 Economics • Entry to 12 Economics requires 12 credits from 11 Economics or 11 English. • 13 Economics is an Approved Subject for University Entrance. Special Conditions of Subject Students are expected to purchase a homework book (approximately $25.00).

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ENGINEERING 11TEN Entry Requirements Students wanting to take Year 11 Building and/or Year 11 Engineering must have taken Year 10 Hard Materials. Selection is also dependent on students being able to demonstrate both the necessary technical skills and a thorough understanding of health and safety in the workshop.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Use the design process to generate ideas and produce outcomes to solve a problem using a combination of resistant materials.

Assessment


Total Credits Available 20 Subject Progression Year 11 Engineering leads to Year 12 Engineering Special Conditions of Subject $110.00 to cover the cost of materials in the take home project

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ENGLISH 11ENG Entry Requirements • Students will have attained results of Achieved or higher in Year 10. These results need to be

demonstrated in coursework and in the Year 10 end of year examination. • Students are recommended for this course after consultation between their Year 10 English

teacher and the Year 11 Dean.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Reading, viewing and responding to a range of texts • Formal and creative writing in a portfolio of work • Research skills • Compile a reading log • Present a speech • Write a number of essays

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90052 Int 3

or 90053 Int 3 90849 Ext 4

or 90850 Ext 4 90851 Int 4 90852 Int 4

Optional standard: 90857 Int 3

Total Credits Available 15 These standards also contribute towards Level 1 literacy – 15 credits.

Subject Progression 11 English leads to 12 English or 12 English Studies. • Entry to 12 English requires a pass in three out of four compulsory standards. • 12 English Studies requires a pass in two out of four compulsory standards. • 13 English is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

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ENGLISH STUDIES 11EST Entry Requirements This course is an intended pathway for students who will struggle to complete a full Level 1 NCEA English programme. Students are recommended for this course after consultation between their Year 10 English teacher and the Year 11 Dean.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Students will read and view a range of different texts. They will also complete writing in all its forms.

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits AS 90852 Int 4 AS 90853 Int 4 AS 90854 Int 4 AS 90856 Int 3

Optional standard: AS 90053 Int 3

Total Credits Available 15 All standards offered in this course contribute towards Level 1 literacy.

Subject Progression 11 English Studies leads to 12 English Studies or 12 English Skills • 12 English Studies requires 10 credits from 11 English Studies • 12 English Skills requires 7 credits from 11 English Studies • Students who do not achieve any credits at Level 1, must take 11 English Studies in Year 12 • Students who have found aspects of the Year 10 English programme difficult may be placed in an

11 English Studies (11EST) class by their teacher. • Students placed in 11 English Studies (11EST) will move into 12 English Studies (12EST) or 12

English Skills (12ESK). Students who show proficiency in this course may be placed in 12ENG at the HOF’s discretion.

• Students should be aware that placement in an 11 English Studies class (11EST) may restrict some options available to them in Year 12 as some subjects require students to have taken the 11 English course (11ENG).

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ENGLISH SKILLS 11ESK Entry Requirements This course is for those students who find English demanding. Students are recommended for this course after consultation between their Year 10 English teacher and the Year 11 Dean. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Students will read and review a range of different texts. They will also complete writing in all its forms. Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits US 26622 Int 4 US 26624 Int 3 US 26625 Int 3

Possible further assessment: US 10792 Int 3 (Not Literacy) AS 90856 Int 3

Total Credits Available 19 A maximum of 13 credits are available that contribute towards meeting the 10 credit requirement for Level 1 Literacy. Subject Progression 11 English Skills leads to 12 English Skills or 11 English Studies • 12 English Skills requires students to have achieved all three unit standards offered in 11 English

Skills and with the approval of the teacher in charge. However, some students may be directed into a Year 11 English course in Year 12.

• Students who do not meet these requirements will be required to take 11 English Skills again.

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING 11ELL Entry Requirements Students are directed into the course as required.

Course Outline • Individual programmes to cover key communication skills: speaking, writing, reading, listening. • The course is multi-level. • Subject support is available during lessons.

Assessment Individual assessment programmes could be selected from, but not limited to, the following English

Language (EL) Unit Standards/.

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 28070 Int 5 27999 Int 5 30997 Int 5 30982 Int 5 31008 Int 5 28068 Int 5

Subject Progression IELTS allows entry to specific New Zealand University courses and EAP Level 3 (English for Academic purposes) a unit standard designed for learners commencing a pathway to tertiary study. It is aimed at learners who are learning to listen and understand an academic text.

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FOOD AND NUTRITION 11FNU Entry Requirements Previous study in Food Technology is not essential but it can be to the student’s advantage to have some basic nutrition knowledge.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Combing academic and practical work, this subject gives students the skills to make choices for healthy living. Students study why we make these choices and how to use local resources efficiently. Cooking and eating dishes from other cultures is a highlight. Topics include: • Processing technology • Techniques and processes in practical food-based activities • Nutritional needs • Apply decision-making principles to food choices for individuals and families • Food choices and well-being • New Zealand food culture • Packaging and labelling of food

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90956 Int 5 90958 Int 5 90961 Ext 4 91082 Int 4


Subject Progression 11 Food and Nutrition leads to 12 Food and Nutrition. • Entry to 12 Food and Nutrition requires 10 credits from 11 Food and Nutrition or 10 credits from

English.

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FRENCH 11FRE Entry Requirements Year 10 French.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered The course aims to develop the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Topics include: • New Zealand • Health and Well Being • Eating Out • Sports and Leisure • Holidays

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90879 Int 4 90882 Int 5 90878 Ext 5 90881 Ext 5


Subject Progression 11 French leads to 12 French. 1 Entry to 12 French requires 10 credits from 11 French. 2 13 French is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

Special Conditions of Subject • Students will be expected to make a personal commitment to the regular learning of vocabulary

and grammar. • Students are required to purchase Renash French Student Booklet - approximate cost is $18.00.

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GEOGRAPHY 11GEO Entry Requirements Open entry.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Geography looks at how the environment impacts people and how people impact the environment Internally assessed topics will be selected from • Sustainable use of an environment • Geographic research • Contemporary New Zealand geographic issue • Global geographic study Externally assessed topics: • Extreme natural events • Geographic skills and concepts

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 91007 Ext 4 91010 Ext 5

Students will be assessed against 3 of the following 4 standards 91009 Int 3 91011 Int 4 91012 Int 3 91013 Int 3

Total Credits Available 17-18

Subject Progression 11 Geography leads to 12 Geography. • Entry to 12 Geography requires 12 credits from 11 Geography, 11 English, 11 History or 11 Media

Studies. • 13 Geography is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

Special Conditions of Subject There will be an optional one-day field trip - approximate cost is $40.00.

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HISTORY 11HIS Entry Requirements Open entry. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Year 11 History has a very broad focus. Selected themes in modern 20th Century history are studied. Close attention is given to current events illustrating the topics. Study of visual resources – cartoons, graphs, maps, statistics and other documents is a major part of the course. Research projects encourage students to be independent and show initiative. • New Zealand’s controversial past and protest movements • Black civil rights in the USA 1954 – 1970 Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 91001 Int 4 91002 Int 4 91003 Ext 4 91006 Ext 4

Total Credits Available 16 Subject Progression 11 History leads to 12 History. • Entry to 12 History requires 16 credits from 11 History or 11 English. • 13 History is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

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HOSPITALITY 11HOS Entry Requirements Open Entry

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Hospitality is a practical based subject where students will learn to prepare and present a wide range of dishes to industry standard with culinary flair. Topics covered include: • Fruit and Vegetables • Meat • Egg and Cheese • Sauces and soups • Cakes, sponges and scones • Hot finger food • Knife care • Mocktails

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 15901 Int 3 15900 Int 4 19770 Int 3 15920 Int 2 15921 Int 3 15919 Int 2 21059 Int 2 21057 Int 2


Subject Progression Career in the hospitality industry

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HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE 11HRT Entry Requirements Open entry Course Outline / Key Topics Covered � Plant propagation techniques and management practices � Landscape design � Plant processes � Soil science � Practical skills Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90157 Int 4 90919 Ext 4 90922 Int 3 90923 Int 4 90924 Ext 5

Total Credits Available 20 Subject Progression 11 Horticulture leads to 12 Horticulture. • Entry to 12 Agriculture and Horticulture requires 12 credits from 11 Horticulture or 11 Agriculture. • 13 Agricultural and Horticultural Science is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

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JAPANESE 11JPN Entry Requirements Year 10 Japanese. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered The course is based on the New Zealand Curriculum for Languages and builds on the unit approach in Year 9 and Year 10. Hiragana and Katakana scripts are used as are some Kanji characters. The course aims to develop the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. There is greater emphasis on kanji and writing as the course becomes more academic, but with native speakers taking part in senior classes, there is also ample opportunity to converse in Japanese. Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90893 (Reading) Ext 5 90894 (Speech) Int 4

90896 (Listening) Ext 5 90897 (Writing Portfolio) Int 5

Total Credits Available 19 Subject Progression 11 Japanese leads to 12 Japanese. • Entry to 12 Japanese requires 10 credits from 11 Japanese or by approval of the Teacher in

Charge. • 13 Japanese is an Approved Subject for University Entrance. Special Conditions of Subject • Students are required to purchase Renash Japanese Student Booklet - approximate cost is $10.00.

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MATHEMATICS 11MAT Entry Requirements Students will be placed in 11MAT at the discretion of their Year 10 Mathematics teacher in consultation with the HOF Mathematics and the Year 11 Dean. Students must have a good grounding in number and algebra.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered This course extends students’ mathematical skills, concepts and understanding in number, measurement, geometry, algebra and statistics. It also further develops students’ problem solving and reasoning skills. There is an emphasis on applying these skills to familiar and unfamiliar situations. Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 91031 Ext 4 91032 Int 3 91035 Int 4 91037 Ext 4

Total Credits Available 15 These standards contribute to Level 1 Numeracy. Assessment will also include an Algebra Skills Test for Year 12 entrance. Subject Progression 12 Mathematics (12MAT) – Reaching the benchmark in the Algebra Skills Test as well as obtaining all credits from 11MAT. 12 Mathematics Studies (12MST) – Reaching the benchmark in the Algebra Skills Test as well as obtaining 11 credits from 11MAT. Special Conditions of Subject Students must have a scientific calculator available at all times. A graphics calculator would give students a significant advantage and is a requirement for Year 12 and 13 Mathematics courses. The Casio graphics calculator is highly recommended.

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MATHEMATICS STUDIES 11MST Entry Requirements Students will be placed in 11MST at the discretion of their Year 10 Mathematics teacher in consultation with the HOF Mathematics and the Year 11 Dean. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • This course develops students’ mathematical skills, concepts and understanding in number,

measurement, algebra and statistics. There is an emphasis on applying these skills to familiar and unfamiliar situations.

• You should choose this course if you want to extend your knowledge of mathematical skills and ideas.

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 91026 Int 4 91029 Int 3 91032 Int 3 91035 Int 4 91037 Ext 4 91038 Int 3

Total Credits Available 21 These standards contribute to Level 1 Numeracy. Subject Progression 12 Mathematics (12MAT) – No progression into 12MAT 12 Mathematics Studies (12MST) – Obtaining 13 credits from 11MST which must include AS91037 Chance and Data. Special Conditions of Subject Students must have a scientific calculator available at all times. A graphics calculator will be required for Year 12 and 13 Mathematics courses.

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MATHEMATICS SKILLS 11MSK Students will be placed in 11MSK at the discretion of their Year 10 Mathematics teacher in consultation with the HOF Mathematics and the Year 11 Dean. The aim of this course is for students to reach the standard required to meet Level 1 NCEA Numeracy through internally assessed Unit Standards. Assessment The total credits offered will depend on each student’s ability and progress. The main component is 3 Internal Unit Standards worth 10 credits • These standards must all be achieved to gain Level 1 Numeracy - 10 credits • A range of Achievement Standards will be offered based on the needs and ability of individual

students


Possible Achievement Standards (will vary depending on the need of students): 91026 Int 4 91032 Int 3 91035 Int 4 91037 Ext 4

Total Credits Available 10-25 Subject Progression Entry to 12 Mathematics Skills (12MSK) requires a student to achieve the 3 Unit Standards offered in 11 Mathematic Skills (11MSK) as well as 11 credits from the Achievement Standards offered, one must be the external AS91037 an external on Chance and Data. Special Conditions of Subject Students must have a scientific calculator available at all times.

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MEDIA STUDIES 11MED Entry Requirements Co-requisite – 11ENG is strongly recommended Course Outline / Key Topics Covered � Undertake a media film genre study e.g. Sitcoms � Understand how audiences interact with media � Design and produce a media text e.g. short film � Understand how selected elements add meaning to film Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90990 Int 3 90992 Ext 4 90993 Int 3 90994 Int 6

Total Credits Available 16 Subject Progression 11 Media Studies leads to 12 Media Studies. • Entry to 12 Media Studies requires 3 standards from 11 English or 3 standards from 11 Media

Studies • 13 Media Studies is an Approved Subject for University Entrance. • At the completion of this course each student will have increased their range of literacy skills to

encompass visual and printed texts and have a practical involvement in planning and producing a media product.

• Media Studies is a subject included in a range of university degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Business Studies, Accountancy and Communication or practical courses preparing students for related industries.

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MUSIC 11MUS Entry Requirements Students must be taking lessons to learn an instrument, either through the school itinerant scheme or privately. Students must be working towards at least Grade 3 in theory and performance. Students must be involved in at least one of the school-based performance groups.

Course Outline Year 11 Music continues the learning undertaken in Year 9 and 10 Music. • Solo Performance • Group Performance • Score reading and theory • Knowledge of Music Works • Composition

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits Compulsory Achievement Standard:

91090 Int 6 Students will complete at least two of the following:

91091 Int 4 91092 Int 6 91095 Int 6 91094 Ext 4

Total Credits Available 14-22

Subject Progression 11 Music leads to 12 Music. • Entry to 12 Music requires at least 3 Music Achievement Standards at Level 1. • 13 Music Studies is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

Special Conditions of Subject $120 Instrument hire Free Instrument/Vocal tuition for Solo Performance instrument (after that it is $100 per instrument for lessons and $120 for instrument hire).

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MUSIC INDUSTRY 11MUI Entry Requirements Open Entry. Students may take this course with minimal music performance experience. However, a very good attendance record is required for this course as there are practical activities and NCEA assessments completed in groups. Entry into the Year 11 Music Industry course is at the discretion of the HOD. Course Outline Year 11 Music Industry offers contemporary and practical opportunities to develop skills across a variety of areas of the Music Industry including: Music Technology, Music Production, Concert Production and Lighting. Key Topics Covered:

• Setting up and operating a PA system for bands and productions.• Writing, recording and editing music in music software Logic Pro and Sibelius.• Setting up and operating Lighting equipment in performance contexts.• Assisting in music performance setups

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 26686 Int 4 26687 Int 4 26691 Int 2 27656 Int 4

Total Credits Available 14 Subject progression Year 11 Music Industry leads into Year 12 Music Industry

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH 11PEH Entry Requirements Open entry. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Reflection on participation in a range of physical activities • Outdoor education activities • Interpersonal skills • Risk Management • Sport and recreation activities Assessment


Total Credits Available 15 Subject Progression 11 Physical Education and Health leads to 12 Recreational Physical Education. • Entry to 12 Physical Education – open entry. 11 Physical Education and Health is an

advantage. Special Conditions of Subject Students are expected to participate in all practical and outdoor education activities. School PE gear is a requirement. Note: Students may only take one of 11 PE & Health or 11 Sport Science. Special Conditions of Subject $45.00 PE shirt (if required)

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PRIMARY INDUSTRIES 11PRI Entry requirements Open entry – due to the nature of the course, student selection processes and interviews will be required to secure a place in the course in 2022. Course outline This course provides students with a broad introduction to the primary industries. Students cover both practical and theory-based tasks around production horticulture, sheep and beef, dairy and farm machinery. Students will gain a first aid certificate and work towards a two-year, New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2). This will provide students with practical skills to apply in a workplace on leaving school. Assessment All assessments in Year 11PRI are internally assessed.

Standard Code Level Credits 561 2 2

6400 3 2 6401 2 1 6402 1 1

19114 2 6 19116 2 2 19145 2 4 23781 2 5 27602 1 3 27608 1 3 29508 2 5 29633 2 4

Total Credits Available 38 Subject progression 11 Primary Industries leads to 12 Primary Industries. • Entry to 12 Primary Industries requires the successful completion of the Level 1 Primary

Industries course or by approval of the Teacher in Charge. Students must be able to show responsibility to be accepted into 12 PRI due to the workplace requirement next year. This will be based upon their behaviour and work effort in class.

• Students must also have logged farm experience in Year 12. • It is a requirement of the ITO that students are drug tested prior to work experience in Year

12. This will be co-ordinated by the school. • Students work towards New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2). Special conditions of the subject • Farm duty is on a rostered basis during Terms 1, 2 and 3. • Note: Students may enter in only one of 11 Primary Industries and 11 Agriculture.

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SCIENCE 11SCI Entry Requirements Achievement in ALL of the topic tests in the Year 10 Science course and in the end of year exam, and at the discretion of the teacher in charge of Year 11 Science.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Biology Genetic variation • Chemistry Acids and bases Common chemical reactions • Physics Mechanics Electricity

Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90941 Int 4 90947 Int 4 90940 Ext 4 90944 Ext 4 90948 Ext 4


Subject Progression 11 Science leads to 12 Biology, 12 Chemistry and 12 Physics. • 12 Biology (12BIO), students must achieve 12 credits from the 11 Science (11SCI) course as well

as 8 credits from 11 English (11ENG) or 11 credits from English Studies (11EST). • 12 Chemistry (12CHE) requires students to achieve 12 credits in the 11 Science (11SCI) course and

have reasonable algebra skills. • 12 Physics (12PHY) requires students to have achieved 12 credits in the 11 Science (11SCI) course

and have reasonable algebra and trigonometry skills. Year 12 Mathematics (12MAT) or 12 Mathematics Studies (12MST) is a co-requisite. To progress from 12 Physics (12PHY) to 13 Physics (13PHY) students must have completed the 12 Mathematics (12MAT) course.

• 13 Biology, Chemistry and Physics are approved subjects for University Entrance.

Special Conditions of Subject Students will be expected to purchase a course workbook from the school – approximate cost is $25.00.

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SCIENCE STUDIES 11SCST Entry Requirements Achievement in most of the topic tests in the Year 10 Science course and at the discretion of the Teacher in Charge of Year 11 Science. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Biology: Life Processes Humans and Micro-organisms • Physics: Electricity Heat in Everyday Life • Chemistry: Properties of Metals Assessment


Total Credits Available 20 Subject Progression 11 Science Studies leads only to 12 Science, not to 12 Biology, 12 Chemistry or 12 Physics. • Entry to 12 Science requires 16 credits from Achievement Standards in 11 Science Studies.

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SCIENCE SKILLS 11SCSK Entry Requirements At the discretion of the Teacher in Charge of Year 11 Science in consultation with the Year 11 Dean. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • General Carrying out a practical with direction • Biology Humans and Micro-organisms • Chemistry Properties of Metals • Physics Heat in Everyday Life • Earth Science Earth events (geology) Assessment



Subject Progression 11 Science Skills leads to 11 Science or 12 Science only. • Entry to 11 Science (11SCI) requires achievement in 4 Achievement Standards from 11 Science

Skills. • Entry to 12 Science (12SCI) requires achievement in 5 Achievement Standards from 11 Science

Skills plus 7 credits from 11 English or 11 English Studies AND in consultation with the teacher in charge of 12 SCI.

• Year 11 Science Skills does not lead into Year 12 Physics, Chemistry or Biology.

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SPORT SCIENCE 11SPS Entry Requirements A good level of positive participation in the Year 10 Physical Education course is required.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • Performance, skill evaluation and adjustment of technique to improve. • Applying interpersonal skills within a team situation. • Anatomy and physiology applied to a physical activity. • Applying principles and methods of training to physical activity. • Reflection on how physical activity influences participation. Assessment


Total Credits Available 17-21 90965 Int 4

Subject Progression 11 Sport Science leads to 12 Sport Science or 12 Recreational Physical Education. • Entry to 12 Sport Science requires AS90963 from 11 Sport Science. • Entry to 12 Recreational Physical Education – open entry. • 13 Sport Science is an Approved Subject for University Entrance.

Special Conditions of Subject This course involves several small trips. $20.00 Volleyball tournament at Arena Manawatu $45.00 Senior PE shirt (if required) Note: Students may enter in only one of 11 Physical Education and Health and 11 Sport Science.

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SPEC (SOUTH PACIFIC EDUCATIONAL COURSES) 11SPEC Entry Requirements Staff will recommend students for this course. Recommendations will be given to the Year 11 Dean. Subject Matter This programme is based on the key competencies in each learning area of the New Zealand curriculum. The following key competencies from the National Curriculum are covered: • Thinking • Relating to others • Using language symbols and texts • Managing self • Participating and Contributing Individual challenges are set within a range of choices. Planning how to achieve the goals and reviewing progress are an integral part of the learning. Assessment • Students receive a SPEC certificate if they successfully complete the course • Internal moderation is followed by external moderation as each level is completed. Learning Outcomes Students experience self-organisation and take responsibility for their own learning. Their independent work is closely supervised. A wide range of personal skills can be formally recognised. Special Conditions of Subject $40.00 towards the cost of workbooks

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TE AO MĀORI 11TEAO Nau mai, haere mai! The Te Ao Māori course will provide students with the opportunity to gain a respect for Māori knowledge and tikanga and an understanding of traditional and contemporary Māori views. Students will actively participate in a range of different learning experiences at local marae and interact with and within their school and community environment, practising and applying tikanga as it applies to local mana whenua. They will become aware of the links between the views, values, beliefs and tikanga of themselves and others.

‘He kai kei āku ringa’ Entry Requirements Open Entry. This course does not require knowledge of te reo Māori. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered A project-based course will be developed to meet the interests and needs of the students and to teach via student engagement in problem-solving and exploration. Kaupapa may include: • Whakapapa, Ngā kōrero o neherā, Atua Māori • Tourism Māori, Kaitiakitanga • Tikanga Māori, Pōwhiri. Manaaki Manuhiri • Māori history, The New Zealand Wars • A Māori Leader / Waka study • Māori Performing Arts Assessment

Standards Int/Ext Credits Students may have an individual and group programme of internally assessed Unit Standards in Tikanga, Manaaki Marae, Māori Tourism and/or Māori Performance.

All unit Standards are internally assessed

Up to 20 credits will be available.

Students of Kapa Haka who perform at Pae Taiohi may also enter US 22759 – 10 credits.

Subject Progression Year 12 Te Ao Māori course. Internal Unit Standards (Manaaki Marae, Tikanga Māori, Māori Tourism and Māori Performing Arts)

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TE REO MĀORI 11MAO Entry Requirements Year 10 Te Reo Māori

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Te Reo Māori is in 2 components: • Reading / Writing: Ability to write with clarity in the Māori language, accurately convey the

message on a range of topics, demonstrate competency in the various sentence structures. • Listening/Oral: Comprehend spoken Māori, convey messages in Māori, demonstrate good

sentence structure. Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 91085 Int 6 91089 Int 6

Optional standards: 91086 Int 6 91087 Ext 6

Total Credits Available 12-24 Subject Progression 11 Te Reo Māori leads to 12 Te Reo Māori. • Entry to 12 Te Reo Māori requires 10 credits from 11 Te Reo Māori and must include AS91089

(1.5 Waihanga Tuhinga) and either AS91087 (1.3 Pānui) or AS91088 (1.4 Tuhituhi). Special Conditions of Subject Reed Dictionary essential (cost to be advised).

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TECHNOLOGY TEXTILES 11TTE Entry Requirements Although it is an advantage to have studied Textiles previously, it is not necessary to have taken Textiles at Years 9 and 10.

Course Outline / Key Topics Covered Over the year students will construct 2 garments. They will learn all the basic skills in order to design, test and construct garments of their choice. Topics include:

• Basic construction skills (eg, seams, zips, darts) • Use and adaptation of commercial patterns • The design process- from idea to prototype • Fashion designer study • Design and make garments for a purpose

Assessment


Total Credits Available 18 Subject Progression 11 Technologies Textiles leads to 12 Technology Textiles. • Entry to 12 Technology Textiles requires 10 credits from 11 Technology Textiles or 11 English. An

ability to do practical sewing is essential.

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TRANSITION 11TRA Entry Requirements Staff will recommend students for this course. Recommendations will be given to the Special Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO). Course Outline / Key Topics Covered This is a predominantly practical course which is individualised for each student. The course may include: • Practical life skills such as cooking for flatting and household management • Work experience • Constructive use of leisure time • Interpersonal skills training • Working towards individual goals set at an IEP Outside agencies such as CCS Disability Action, Enable, Family Planning Association and WINZ may be invited to contribute to the course as the need arises. Assessment There is no formal assessment, though feedback to parents / caregivers is provided at both Transition Meetings and IEP meetings. Learning Outcomes Students will increase their awareness of the skills they will need as they move from school to life beyond school.

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VISUAL ARTS 11ART Entry Requirements Students must have taken Year 10 Art Course Outline / Key Topics Covered The programme involves making original artworks using artist, cultural and environmental studies. This includes inspiration from New Zealand (including Māori) and international artists. Work is presented in a range of formats and may involve making mixed-media and digital art works using Photographic and Graphic Design techniques in the Mac suite (digital). Assessment

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 90914 Int 4 90916 Ext 12

Total Credits Available 16 Subject Progression 11 Art leads to 12 Art Painting, 12 Art Design and 12 Photography Entry to 12 Art Painting requires 11 Visual Art 13 Art Painting, Design and Photography are Approved Subjects for University Entrance.

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VOCATIONAL STUDIES 11VST Entry Requirements Open entry - there will be a student selection process for enrolment into this course. Course Outline / Key Topics Covered • 21st Century Learning • Using digital devices to connect and collaborate • Design a Digital Outcome (YouTube Channel/Podcast) • Participate in a variety of physical activities Assessment Assessment will be personalised using the following standards:

Standard Code Int/Ext Credits 497 Int 3 504 Int 2

24709 Int 3 28088 Int 3 28090 Int 4 29771 Int 2 29773 Int 3 29781 Int 7

Total Credits Available 27 Subject Progression Year 12 Vocational Programmes – Year 12 Gateway, Year 12 USkills or Year 12 Vocational Studies

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