CURRICULUM GUIDE LEVEL

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1 CURRICULUM GUIDE LEVEL

2 Contents ENGLISH DEPARTMENT...4 Level 3 English 13ENG...4 English Language Level 3 13ESOL...4 Level 3 Media Studies 13MES...5 MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT...6 Level 3 Mathematics with Calculua - 13MAC...6 Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics & Modelling - 13MAS...6 Social Sciences Department...7 Level 3 Classical Studies 13CLS...7 Level 3 Geography 13GEO...7 Level 3 History 13HIS...8 Level 3 Te Waharoa 13TEW...8 Level 3 Tourism 13TOU...9 SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Level 3 Biology 13BIO Level 3 Chemistry 13CHE Level 3 Physics 13 PHY PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Level 3 Adventure - 13ADV Level 3 Health Education 13HEA Level 3 Physical Education - 13PED Technology Department Level 3 Design and Visual Communication - 13DVC Level 3 Digital Technology 13DGT Level 3 Engineering 13 ENI Level 3 Food Technology and Innovation 13FIN Level 3 Hospitality 13HOF Level 3 Furniture Production 13FPD Level 3 Graphic Novel and Illustration - 13GNI Level 3 Microsoft IT Academy 13ITA Level 3 Product Design 13PRD Level 3 Sculpture - 13SCU Level 3 Textiles, Fashion and Design 13TFD COMMERCE DEPARTMENT Level 3 Accounting 13ACC Level 3 Economics 13ECO

3 THE ARTS DEPARTMENT Level 3 Drama 13DRA Level 3 Photography 13PHO Level 3 Visual Arts Design 13DES Level 3 Visual Arts Painting and Printmaking 13ART LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT Level 3 Te Reo Māori 13TRM TRANSITION Level 3 Employment Skills 13EMP

4 ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Assessment Information Level 3 English 13ENG 12 Credits in Level 2 English with at least two External Level 2 Achievement Standards Students study literature and language, including a film, extended text, style analysis, their own research project and an oral presentation. Level 3 English is an essential base for tertiary study in media, management, the arts, commerce, advertising and law. This subject can be endorsed with Achieved with Merit or Excellence. Internals 16 credits 12 credits L1 Lit 10 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 8 credits Writing 12 credits Yes $10 booklet Tertiary education Entry (Prerequisites) Overview English Language Level 3 13ESOL Intermediate level English Language Common European Framework level B1 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. This course is for people for whom English is an additional language. work includes reading, writing, speaking, listening, vocabulary and grammar in English. Particular emphasis is placed on reading and writing, which are major components of mainstream subjects and future tertiary education. English Language has NCEA Unit Standards, which are endorsed as Achieved or Not Achieved. Some New Zealand universities require a Band Score pass in IELTS (as well as the required year 13 entry) as entry, so assistance in preparation for this examination will be offered as needed. TOIEC/TOEFL course materials and tutorials are available to year 12 and 13 students on request. These examinations incur independent fees. Assessment Information Internals 15 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits No Tertiary education 4

5 Level 3 Media Studies 13MES Entry (Prerequisites) Level 2 Media Studies (or with permission from teacher) Overview This course is ideally suited to students who are interested in the arts, 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. It requires them to work independently on filmmaking. Students will learn that in all walks of life, some knowledge of how to deal with the media is essential. Assessment Information Internals 16 credits 4 credits L1 Lit 20 L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 3 credits Writing 3 credits Yes $10 Arrange times to make films in out-of-school locations. Polytech and university communications courses; marketing, advertising, publicity and human resource management. 5

6 MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Entry (Perquisites) Overview Level 3 Mathematics with Calculua - 13MAC Achievement or better in the following NCEA Achievement Standards AS 91256, AS and AS Algebraic skills must be good to cope with the extension in Algebra. This course extends the work started in NCEA Level Two with an emphasis on Calculus. The course will help to gain skills in logical thinking and problem solving. It is highly recommended that Students who are also studying NCEA Level 3 Physics should study Calculus. Assessment Information Internals 10 credits 17 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 27 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits 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. Tertiary education which require some specialisation in Mathematics, including the Sciences, Engineering, Economics and other fields where reasoning and Mathematical analysis is an important tool. Yes Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics & Modelling - 13MAS Entry (Perquisites) Achievement or better in the following NCEA Achievement Standards AS 91261, AS and AS Overview This course extends the work started in NCEA Level 2 with an emphasis on Statistics, Probability, Time Series and Statistical Processes. Assessment Information Internals 10 credits 12 credits L1 Lit 9 credits L1 Num 22 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Yes Writing 4 credits 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. Tertiary studies in Mathematics, Economics, Biology, Accountancy, Business Management, Psychology, Geography and other fields that require the use of statistics. 6

7 Social Sciences Department Level 3 Classical Studies 13CLS Entry (Prerequisites) At least 12 credits in either Level 2 History, Level 2 Geography or Level 2 English Overview This course is a literacy rich course which teaches the skills of research, communication, resource interpretation, report writing and essay writing. It will cover the following content: The historical importance of classical civilisation in the cultural tradition of Western Europe and New Zealand. Included in this subject are topics from history, literature and art. Assessment Information Internals 12 credits 8 credits L1 Lit 26 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 20 credits Yes Writing 8 credits Both 14 credits Tertiary Education Entry (Perquisites) Overview Level 3 Geography 13GEO At least 12 credits in either Level 2 History, Level 2 Geography or Level 2 English This course is a literacy rich course which teaches the skills of research, paragraph writing, map interpretation, decision making and field work skills. The course content will include: Milford Sound, Energy Production Global Issues (blood diamonds) Assessment Information Internals 14 credits 12 credits L1 Lit 23 credits L1 Num 5 credits UE Lit Reading 6 credits Writing 0 credits Both 12 credits Yes $200 approximate cost of field trip Tertiary Education 7

8 Entry (Prequisities) Overview Level 3 History 13HIS At least 12 credits in either Level 2 History, Level 2 Geography or Level 2 English This course is a literacy rich course which teaches the skills of research, communication, resource interpretation, report writing and essay writing. It will cover the following content: Nineteenth Century NZ and the Vietnam War. Assessment Information Internals 21 credits 10 credits L1 Lit 25 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 16 credits Yes Writing 0 credits Both 10 credits University entrance Entry (Perquisites) Overview Level 3 Te Waharoa 13TEW Level 2 Te Waharoa or at the discretion of the HOD This course is an introduction to Maori Tikanga, History and Geography. It provides unit standards credits towards NCEA level 3 Assessment Information Internals 24 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits No Writing 0 credits Both 0 credits To Be Advised Tertiary study 8

9 Entry (Perquisites) Overview Level 3 Tourism 13TOU Level 2 Tourism or at the HOD s discretion This course is an introduction to the Tourism Industry. It provides unit standards credits towards NCEA level 3 NCEA and the National Certificate in Tourism and Travel. Assessment Information Internals 24 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits No Writing 0 credits Both 0 credits $150 for local field trips 3 days Tertiary studies/ work in the Tourism sector 9

10 SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Level 3 Biology 13BIO Entry (Perquisites) At least 14 Credits (8 of which must be external) in NCEA Level 2 Biology. Overview Students will study the following topics: Plant behaviour and animal responses, cell biology and gene expression, a contemporary biological issue, evolution, biotechnology and human evolution. Assessment Information Internals 10 credits 13 credits L1 Lit 19 credits L1 Num 4 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Yes Writing 0 credits $10 - materials : Field trip approximately $30 plus $30 for Student Resource and Activity Manual Tertiary Education Level 3 Chemistry 13CHE Entry (Perquisites) At least 14 Credits (8 of which must be external) in NCEA Level 2 Chemistry. Overview The Level 3 Chemistry course builds on the knowledge and skills gained in Level 2. The course explores the physical and chemical properties of a range of substances, it develops an understanding of the basic fundamentals of chemistry and how chemistry is used in society to meet needs, resolve issues and develop new technologies. It is a full academic programme and prepares students for entry into a number of tertiary studies including Health sciences, Engineering, and Science. Assessment Information Internals 10 credits 15 credits L1 Lit 22 credits L1 Num 9 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Yes Writing 0 credits $10 - materials : Field trip approximately $30 plus $30 for Student Manual Tertiary Education 10

11 Level 3 Physics 13 PHY Entry (Perquisites) At least 14 Credits (8 of which must be external) in NCEA Level 2 Physics. Overview Students will study the following topics: Mechanics expanding on topics from last year and introducing simple harmonic motion. Waves, traveling waves, standing waves, interference and Doppler Effect. Electricity study of AC and DC in capacitors, inductors and resistors. Atomic physics looking at nuclei of atoms and photons. Assessment Information Internals 7 credits 16 credits L1 Lit 23 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Yes Writing 0 credits Approximately $20 - materials and $25 ABA course manual Tertiary Education 11

12 PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Level 3 Adventure - 13ADV Level 2 Adventure In Level 3 Adventure Education you will be working towards 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. The work you do throughout the year will be assessed internally (I). L(3) indicate level 3 unit standard or credits. Assessment Information Internals 28 credits L1 Lit 11 credits L1 Num UE Lit $200 4 Days Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits No Level 3 Health Education 13HEA Entry (Prerequisites) Literacy Level 2 NCEA and/or Level 2 Health 14 credits or at HOD s discretion Overview The learning in Health at NCEA Level 3 course is an approved subject for entry to University and would complement anyone wishing to enter into social services or healthcare. Students will analyse a health issue for a particular group within New Zealand society e.g. teenage pregnancy, analyse an international health issue, investigate a range of health practices in contemporary New Zealand society e.g. western scientific medicine, complementary and alternative medicine and traditional medicine and examine contemporary dilemmas / ethical issues e.g. assisted reproductive technology, elective plastic surgery. Assessment Information Internals 14 credits 5 credits L1 Lit 19 L1 Num UE Lit Reading 14 credits Yes Writing 5 credits University Entrance/Polytechnic 12

13 Level 3 Physical Education - 13PED Entry (Prerequisites) 12PED-NCEA L2 Achievement Standard credits. HOD Physical Education approval. Overview In Level 3 Physical Education you will be working towards Level 3 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. It will also focus on the skills of evaluating, analysing data and performances, and applying critical thought on topical issues and practices. Research skills, Essay and Report writing are essential for success in this course. The work you do throughout the year will be assessed internally (I). Lit indicates that this standard is a specified achievement standard that will meet Literacy (Lit) requirements for NCEA. Assessment Information Internals 22 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 18 L1 Num 12 UE Lit Reading 4 credits Writing Yes $20 materials 13

14 Technology Department Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Assessment Information Level 3 Design and Visual Communication - 13DVC At least 16 credits at Level 2 DVC. This course 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. Internals 18 credits 10 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Yes Writing 0 credits $50.00 ICT component (colour printing and copying), paper, coloured card, consumables. DVC pack $55.00 University, Polytechnic, cadetships, apprenticeships. Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Assessment Information Level 3 Digital Technology 13DGT 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 s. Digital technologies focus on understanding, developing and using digital software, hardware, and electronic systems across a range of contexts including school, the home, and wider community settings. Students will be able to combine elements from digital media applications and apply relevant codes of practice to communicate effectively. Use planning tools to manage, refine and develop a project that is creative using techniques practised in class. Apply effective aesthetics to ensure high quality outcome/s Critically evaluate and review a range of digital media applications to develop a solution. Use a combination of advanced technical functions from digital media application/s Internals 20 credits NONE L1 Lit 14 credits L1 Num UE Lit Reading credits No Writing credits $15 Printing, paper and other consumables Tertiary study in Computing or Design 14

15 Level 3 Engineering 13 ENI Entry (Perquisites) Students must have completed Level 1 Engineering. In addition their Kamar record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines. Overview This is a full year's course which covers Engineering Practice (workshop based projects) knowledge of Engineering Materials, Drawing and Design. Assessment Information Internals 20 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits 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. $60 for raw materials. Extra embellishments and additional resources as appropriate. Tertiary Education or Apprenticeship. Level 3 Food Technology and Innovation 13FIN Entry (Prerequisites) Level 2 NCEA including AS English. Students also need to be willing to participate effectively in group work. Overview This programme is designed to complement a variety of career pathways. It is designed to develop entrepreneurial business skills and food science in one programme. Assessment Information Internals 15 credits (minimum)* 0 credits L1 Lit 15 credits L1 Num 0 Credits UE Lit Reading 15 credits No Writing 0 credits *Additional AS can be offered depending on the product being developed and the role the student plays in product development. Additional Business Studies internal AS could also be offered where necessary. $65, includes Young Enterprise Scheme registration fee. Some additional costs for field trips may be required. Tertiary Education, Business Management 15

16 Level 3 Hospitality 13HOF Entry (Prerequisites) Students KAMAR record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines. Must have unit standard 167. 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. Assessment Information Internals 24 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits No Writing 0 credits $80.00 ingredients and HIS packages Higher Education Level 3 Furniture Production 13FPD Entry (Prerequisites) One of - 11 Carpentry, 12 Carpentry, 11 Product Design, or 12 Product Design (other students may be admitted at the discretion of the HOD) Overview This course is suited to students with practical and/or design skills who are looking at trade or design careers. There is a focus on practical skills and assessment using standards from the furniture industry. The course has no cross-over standards with 13 Product Design, which allows students to do both courses. Students will have the opportunity to design and build 2 Pieces of furniture using woodworking machines and skills. One is a revolving cabinet for organizing all life s electronic devices, while the second is a bedroom storage cabinet with doors and drawers. Assessment Information Internals 19 credits 0 credits L3 Lit 0 credits L3 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits No Writing 0 credits $90.00 Polytech pre-trade course or apprenticeship 16

17 Level 3 Graphic Novel and Illustration - 13GNI Entry (Prerequisites) It is preferred that students have studied Technology, Graphics and/or Art in Year 10. Overview This is a graphic art and illustration course that is designed to tap into the strong interest shown by students in the field of the art and typography used in the production of the Graphic Novel. They will study Manga and Anime as well as other styles of design. Students will learn how to break down people and objects into simple shapes that can then be developed into a dramatic image. A wide range of techniques and art materials will be explored in the production of these images. Students will also learn to be creative with text and writing and how to incorporate it into carefully designed page layout and art work. Assessment Information Internals 8 credits 14 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits Yes $40 University or Tertiary Design courses such as illustration for books, comic books, computer games and animation Potential Subject Clash Level 3 Visual Art Design 17

18 Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Assessment Information Level 3 Microsoft IT Academy 13ITA 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. Potential Credits Level 3 is 45 credits Certificate in Microsoft Office Specialist Level 3: 19 Credits equivalent. Can only be used once. Potential Internal Credits is 20 US108, 2789, 12884, 12885, $35 Printing, paper and other consumables Microsoft Technology Associate 18

19 Level 3 Product Design 13PRD Entry (Perquisites) Product Design Level 2. 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. Overview This is a full year course based in Hard Materials Technology. Students will identify a real need or opportunity to design, develop and make a product to meet the needs of an individual client. Students will consult with their clients frequently over the course of their designing and testing phases of their projects. Assessment Information Internals 16 credits 4 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits Yes $60 for raw materials and consumables. University Design based courses. Level 3 Sculpture - 13SCU Entry (Prerequisites) It is preferred that students have studied Technology, Graphics and/or Art in Year 10. 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. Assessment Information Internals 4 credits 14 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits Yes $40 University or Tertiary education in fine art, design, theatre, TV and film design. Prop making and set building. Potential Subject Clash AS91460 with Visual Arts or Photography, 4 credits 19

20 Level 3 Textiles, Fashion and Design 13TFD Entry (Prerequisites) Students KAMAR record must demonstrate consistent safe working practices and an adherence to expected classroom routines. Overview The aim of this course is to provide students with interest in a creative and diverse career with opportunities to study further at Polytechnic and university Students will utilise a range of design processes and consider trends. Students will take an everyday look and infuse it with their own personal style, or start from scratch and design a unique garment using their own pattern block. Students will develop an understanding of construction methods and materials, and will learn ways to document and communicate their designs. Students will be encouraged to develop their ability to combine colours and shapes and line. Assessment Information Internals 16 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits No $80.00 Tertiary Studies 20

21 COMMERCE DEPARTMENT Entry (Perquisites) Overview Level 3 Accounting 13ACC Level 2 Accounting (12 credits) This course is ideally suited to students intending to follow Business or Commerce courses at University. This course builds on NCEA Level 2, giving students the skills to develop, analyse and interpret Accounting information Assessment Information Internals 13 credits 9 credits L3 Lit 13 credits L3 Num 18 credits UE Lit Reading 9 credits Yes Writing 5 credits $15 Photocopying of course material $25 Accounting Workbook One day class trip Tertiary Study Level 3 Economics 13ECO Entry (Prerequisites) At least 7 external credits from Level 1 Economics. Level 2 Economics study is an advantage. Overview The focus at Level 2 is complex Micro-Economics. The key areas of study include efficiency and equity and government intervention. Assessment Information Internals 10 credits 8-14 credits L1 Lit 24 credits L1 Num 0 Credits UE Lit Reading 24 credits Writing 14 credits Yes $35, includes elearn Economics individual licence Tertiary Education 21

22 THE ARTS DEPARTMENT Level 3 Drama 13DRA Entry (Prerequisites) Level 2 Drama, preferable to an achieved level and Level 1 English. Overview This course combines the theory and practical aspects of drama 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. Throughout the course, the use of elements, techniques, conventions and technologies of drama will be taught to the students, thus providing an exciting and well-rounded experience. Assessment Information Internals 19 credits 8 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 9 credits Writing 14 credits Both 4 credits Yes Students will need to attend a minimum of two professional drama performances. Students will be required to sit internal and external exams. All students will be required to complete their portfolio work before marks will be allocated and published. All assessments will be moderated by an external moderator as soon as possible after the physical assessment performance. Technology (digital camera) and portfolio work will be used to collect evidence of the student s learning; all students will be filmed for assessment purposes. $50.00 (curriculum materials) NIL University or acceptance to an Academy. 22

23 Level 3 Photography 13PHO Entry (Prerequisites) NCEA Level 1 & 2 Visual Art or Photography credits or equivalent portfolio Overview This course will focus on digital processes and Photoshop techniques, and the potential for inclusion of Fine Arts practices such as screen printing, fabric transfers, painting and collage. Students may use the wet darkroom if they show an interest in this area, but it is not required for assessment. The work developed for assessment for both internal and external assessments will be project based investigations around themes. These themes will use a variety of interesting professional Artist Models to help guide us to a successful body of practical work in each unit. Independent research is a key aspect in developing work at Level 3. You will need to have your own digital camera with aperture priority settings, a USB stick of 2GB, and a keen and motivated attitude. Assessment Information Internals 12 credits 14 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Reading 0 credits Yes Lit Writing 0 credits The internals are workbook and the externals 3 board folio fee $40 art making materials. Other costs: Compulsory photo pack: $ Includes $30 printing costs for internals, visual diaries, art and crafting supplies and materials, and storage and presentation folders. Courier costs for folio/packaging = approx. $20. Students will need to purchase supplementary materials as required. Tertiary Study 23

24 Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Level 3 Visual Arts Design 13DES Either Level 2 Visual Arts, Photography, Sculpture or Graphic Novel are required, Digital Visual Communication or Digital Design are helpful. If you are considering studying Architecture, Fashion Design, or Graphic/Web Design, you will benefit from this course. It will prepare you for tertiary studies by focussing on the requirements for these courses specifically. This course is also 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. Individual Education Programmes (IEP s) will be designed for each student, based on these parameters. Art History units may be available for UE Literacy requirements. Assessment Information Internals 16 credits 12 credits L1 Lit 4 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Yes Writing 0 credits Potential Subject Credit Clash Art pack $45.00, unless student has materials from Year 12. Order forms available for individual items. Extra materials may be required during the course. Field trip, one day. Any 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, Product Design. 4 credits clashes with Graphic Novel, Sculpture, Painting and Design. All other standards are distinct at Level 3 and do not clash with other subjects. 24

25 Level 3 Visual Arts Painting and Printmaking 13ART Entry (Prerequisites) Year 12 Visual Arts Design, Painting or Photography is required, Digital Visual Communication or Digital Design are helpful. Overview The Painting or Printmaking course will build on the skills and ideas the students have studied at Level 2 Visual Arts. It will be individually designed to meet the interests and ideas of the students. This course will benefit you if you are contemplating a career in the Creative Industries. This includes a wide range of career pathways from Film and Television, Fashion Design, Architecture or Retail Industries. It will prepare you for tertiary studies by focussing on the requirements for these courses specifically. This course is also 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. Individual Education Programmes (IEP s) will be designed for each student, based on these parameters. Students may supplement the course with Printmaking standards if they wish to. Art History units maybe available for UE Literacy requirements. Assessment Information Internals 16 credits 12 credits L1 Lit 4 credits available L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Yes Writing 0 credits Potential Subject Credit Clash Art pack $85.00, unless student has materials from Year 12. Order Forms available for individual items. Extra materials may be required during the course. Field trip, one day. Any 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. 4 credits clashes with Graphic Novel, Sculpture and Design. All other standards are distinct at Level 3 and do not clash with other subjects. 25

26 LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Level 3 Te Reo Māori 13TRM At least 12 Achievement Standard credits or 12 Unit Standard credits from NCEA Level 2 Te Reo Maori at merit or excellence pass level, or at the discretion of the HOD Māori. This course is for those students who wish to extend and develop their skills in Whakarongo, Pānui, Kōrero, Tuhituhi. This course will cover topics aligned to the NCEA Level 3 external examinations. The topics may include: Te Ao Hurihuri, Te Ao Tōrangapu, Mōteatea/ Waiata/ Haka, Ngā Kōrero o Neherā/ Pakiwaitara/Pūrākau, Famous tribal leaders born before/after 1900, Marae Ao Hou/Ao Tawhito. Assessment Information Internals: 16 credits : 12 credits L1 Lit 28 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 6 credits Yes Writing 12 credits Te Reo Māori is a portfolio subject. Students will need to work towards each language mode during the year. Final grades for internal assessments will be awarded at the beginning of Term 4. Tertiary Education 26

27 TRANSITION Entry (Prerequisites) Overview Level 3 Employment Skills 13EMP This course is designed to support students in their readiness to apply for future employment. The unit standards offered enable students to build a platform of skills and attributes that may contribute towards successful employment and further learning. Assessment Information Internals 15 credits 0 credits L1 Lit 0 credits L1 Num 0 credits UE Lit Reading 0 credits Writing 0 credits No $20 workbooks 27