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SOUTHLAND BOYS'
HIGH SCHOOL
NCEA Level One
Year 11
2015 COURSE BOOK
SOUTHLAND BOYS' HIGH SCHOOL
Year 11
LEVEL ONE NCEA COURSE BOOK
NCEA stands for National Certificate in Educational Achievement
CONTENTS
How to use this book ......................................................................................................................... 3
How to Understand NCEA…………………………………………………………………………………..4-9
Choosing School Subjects…………………………………………………………………………………10-14
Option Choice Information ................................................................................................................. 15
Subject Choice Summary……………………………………………………………………………………..16
Subject Information……………………………………………………………………………………… 17-67
Glossary…………………………………………………………………………………………………………68
Subject Charges……………………………………………………………………………………………. .. 69
Option Choice Form........................................................................................................................... 70
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HOW TO USE THE BOOK
Steps to take when choosing an NCEA Course
Student subject choices are very important. A subject choice can affect a student's career prospects,
entry into tertiary institutions and what options he can take in the following year.
Students should go through the steps in the flow chart below, making sure that they receive appropriate
advice from the Careers Adviser and their subject teachers along the way.
Student Subject Choice Flowchart
Tick the boxes as you complete each step
Read about the National Certificate in Education Achievement (NCEA)
Read through the subject descriptions in this book on pages 12 to 44
Use the Subject Choice Summary on page 7 to help guide you.
Select your Subjects (check individual Faculty flowcharts)
Record your option choices on the back page
Check your option choices with your parent(s)/caregiver
Show your tutor teacher that you have completed each step.
The more informed people you consult the better your decision will be.
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How to understand NCEA
Not sure how NCEA works? Find out how credits add up to qualifications, background to NCEA, how the
system works, and what you can do as a parent?
What is NCEA?
Students' work is assessed internally and externally
NCEA stands for National Certificate of Educational Achievement.
NCEA is the national qualification system for New Zealand's senior secondary school students.
It is made up of three certificates at Levels 1, 2 and 3 and usually studied in Years 11, 12 and 13.
NCEA qualifications are part of the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF).
What is the NZQF?
The NZQF is a framework of nationally endorsed standards and qualifications. It is made up of 10 levels, with Level 1 the most basic
qualifications and Level 10 the most complex. Qualifications are assigned to a level on the scale depending on the difficulty of the skills or
knowledge learned.
Qualifications fit into the framework as follows:
Levels 1-7 are national certificates.
Levels 5-7 are national diplomas.
Levels 7-10 are national degrees and postgraduate qualifications.
How does NCEA fit into the New Zealand Qualifications Framework?
NCEA is part of the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF). NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3 are Levels 1, 2 and 3 of the NZQF.
Secondary school students generally study at these levels. Levels 4 and above are usually studied after finishing school.
How do NCEA levels compare with School C etc.?
NCEA Level 1 is usually studied in Year 11. It replaces School Certificate.
NCEA Level 2 is usually studied in Year 12. It replaces Sixth Form Certificate.
NCEA Level 3 is usually studied in Year 13. It replaces Bursary.
The New Zealand Scholarship exams are usually studied in Year 13 but they are not part of NCEA. The Scholarship is a
financial reward for top-performing students who intend to enter tertiary study. The Scholarship does not contribute
towards a qualification.
Why was NCEA introduced?
Under the old system, students’ results were often scaled so only a certain number of students could pass. So some
students would receive a fail grade regardless of how they performed. NCEA measures each student’s learning against
set standards, instead of comparing students and ranking them.
Not all skills and knowledge can be assessed using tests and exams (e.g. fluency in foreign languages, competency in
conducting science experiments). NCEA provides a range of assessment methods that are appropriate to the subject
being assessed.
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How is NCEA different from the old system?
NCEA allows students to work towards other qualifications on the New Zealand qualifications Framework at the same time as they are
working toward their NCEA. For example, a student studying materials technology at school might also be working on the National
Certificate in Elementary Construction Skills. So, they can earn NCEA credits and a national certificate at the same time.
How is work assessed?
Students’ work is either externally or internally assessed.
External assessment means that students sit for an external exam that is set and marked by the New Zealand
Qualifications Authority (NZQA).
Most external assessment will involve a national exam at the end of the year.
Internal assessment refers to work that is set and marked by the school (e.g. essays, tests, experiments), but the marking
is checked by independent moderators from the NZQA to make sure all schools are assessing work to the national
standard.
How the system works
What are credits?
Each Achievement Standard and Unit Standard is worth a certain number of credits. When a student achieves a standard, they earn the
amount of credits that standard is worth.
A single Achievement Standard is usually worth three to four credits. A single school subject usually has five to eight Achievement
Standards. Depending on the school, the usual number of credits needed per subject is 18 to 25.
How many credits are needed to earn NCEA?
To gain NCEA Level 1:
Achieve 80 credits at any level (Level 1, 2 or 3).
This must include a minimum of 10 credits in literacy and 10 in numeracy.
To gain NCEA Level 2:
Achieve a minimum of 60 credits at Level 2 or above; and
20 credits at any level.
This must include a minimum of 10 credits in literacy and 10 in numeracy.
To gain NCEA Level 3:
Achieve a minimum of 60 credits at Level 3 or above; and
20 credits at Level 2 or above.
This must include a minimum of 10 credits in literacy and 10 in numeracy.
To gain University Entrance
Achieve NCEA Level 3 including
14 Credits in 3 approved subjects (please see www.nzqa.govt.nz for list)
10 Credits in Level 1 Numeracy
10 Credits in Level 2 Literacy (5 reading, 5 writing)
HOW TO GAIN UNIVERSITY ENTRY SCORE: (GPA)
Approved Subject (best 24 Excellence
Merit
credits per subject)
Credits (x4)
Credits (x3)
English
8
6
Statistics
6
Chemistry
4
4
History
10
Geography
SubTotals
12
26
Best 80 Credits
12
26
Points Score
(x4) 48
(x3) 78
Achieved
Credits (x2)
6
10
16
10
24
66
42
(x2) 84
An up to date list of the approved domains can be found on the NZQA website.
http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/acrp/secondary
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Rank Score
210
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The credits needed to achieve the three NCEA levels.
What are standards? What’s the difference between Achievement Standards (AS) and Unit
Standards (US)?
Standards describe particular skills or knowledge within an area of study (e.g. English or Maths). Students gain NCEA and other
qualifications by working towards a combination of Achievement Standards and Unit Standards.
Achievement Standards are gained from studying traditional curriculum subjects. Depending on their performance,
students may gain Achievement Standards with either ‘Achieved’, ‘Achieved with Merit’ or ‘Achieved with Excellence ’.
Unit Standards are gained from studying towards traditional curriculum subjects as well as vocational subject areas (e.g.
tourism or hairdressing). Students are awarded Unit Standards on an ‘Achieved’ (pass) or ‘Not Achieved’ (fail) basis.
What are ‘Merit’ and ‘Excellence’ Endorsements?
Merit and Excellence endorsements are ways to recognise students who have achieved outstanding results. You can gain a Merit or
Excellence endorsement for individual Achievement Standards, or for an individual NCEA course or certificate.
What is needed to gain a ‘Merit’ or ‘Excellence’ grade for an Achievement Standard?
This will vary depending on the subject. However, as a general guide:
‘Achieved’ means that the student has gained the achievement standard by demonstrating elementary level skills or
knowledge
‘Achieved with Merit’ means that the student has gained the achievement standard by demonstrating intermediate level
skills or knowledge
‘Achieved with Excellence’ means that the student has demonstrated highly developed skills or knowledge.
Here are some examples of achievement criteria for some of the Achievement Standards for Biology, History and Graphics at various
NCEA levels:
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Achieved
Achieved with Merit
Achieved with Excellence
Level 2
biology
Describes biological concepts and
processes
Explains biological concepts and
processes
Discusses biological concepts and
processes
Level 3
history
Demonstrates an understanding
of an historical idea
Demonstrates an informed
understanding of an historical idea
Demonstrates an informed and perceptive
understanding of an historical idea
Plans and produces a
presentation to communicate
design ideas
Plans and produces an effective
presentation to communicate design
ideas
Plans and produces an effective, high
quality presentation to communicate
design ideas
Level 3
graphics
What is needed to gain a ‘Merit’ or ‘Excellence’ grade for a course?
To gain a ‘Merit’ or ‘Excellence’ grade for an individual course or subject, you need to achieve 14 or more merit or Excellence credits in
that course within a single year.
For example, to gain ‘NCEA Level 2 English with Excellence’, you would have to gain enough Level 2 English Achievement Standards at
Excellence level to add up to 14 or more credits.
At least 3 of these credits need to be from externally assessed Achievement Standards, and 3 credits from internally assessed
Achievement Standards.
What is needed to gain a ‘Merit’ or ‘Excellence’ grade for an NCEA certificate?
To gain a ‘Merit’ or ‘Excellence’ grade for an NCEA certificate you need to gain 50 or more credits at Merit or Excellence in one particular
NCEA level.
For example, to gain ‘NCEA Level 2 with Excellence ’, you would have to gain enough Level 2 Achievement Standards at Excellence level
to add up to 50 or more credits.
For more information on NCEA levels, certificates and Merit and Excellence standards, visit the NZQA website.
NZQA website - information on NCEA levels and certificates www.nzqa.govt.nz
I still don’t understand how NCEA actually works! How do I put all this together?
A student will typically begin working for their NCEA in their third year of secondary school (Year 11).
They will no longer be awarded a single grade for a subject. Instead, each subject is now divided into pieces of skills and knowledge
called standards (Unit Standards or Achievement Standards). The standards clearly set out what a student needs to be able to
demonstrate to achieve that particular standard.
Each standard has a certain number of credits. When a student receives an ‘Achieved’ for a standard, they will have earned credits
towards their NCEA. (See above for how many credits are needed to pass NCEA Levels 1, 2, and 3, and to enter university.)
This system allows a student to work towards an industry qualification as well as NCEA while still at school, as the credits they earn
for an NCEA level may also be counted towards a national certificate of the same level.
New Zealand Qualifications Authority website - more information on NCEA www.nzqa.govt.nz
Find out more: Careers New Zealand website www.careers.govt.nz
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Choosing school subjects
Choose subjects you enjoy as you will be motivated to learn
Here are some tips to help you make a decision about what school subjects to choose.
Know your options
Here at Southland Boys’ High School we offer a number of different options such as Technology, Catering, Graphics and Languages
just to name a few. Some of the options you can take may vary depending on your timetable.
Think about your abilities and interests at school
What subjects are you good at or not so good at? What does this tell you about yourself? Are you a good writer, good with numbers, a
practical person? Which subjects have you enjoyed studying? Which do you dislike and why?
Keep your career options open
Most people change their minds about what they want to do in the future. Your interests and abilities will change over time, or you might
find out about new careers that you had never heard of before.
If you’re unsure about what job you want to do, try to study a wide range of subjects at school. This will give you more options later on.
CHOOSING YOUR SUBJECTS
Consider:
 The subjects you are studying this year and your achievements so far. Talk to subject teachers if you have
doubts about your ability to cope with the work

Note any compulsory subjects

Select the optional subjects that interest you and you are good at

Your possible career. Check out requirements and discuss these with Careers and Guidance staff

Most scientific or engineering careers must include Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

Few science careers require Physics without Chemistry; or Biology without Chemistry

Mathematics and English are needed for most careers

Employers are more often interested in your results and attitude to work rather than the actual subjects
chosen

Try to avoid choosing subjects for the wrong reason. It would be foolish to give too much weight to:
- Teachers you like or dislike
- The subjects your friends are planning to take
- Subjects you think might help you pass examination, but are not in your future career interests
NOTE
1) Your choice of subject will be checked by senior staff. If considered necessary, or where subject choice
and career are at variance, an interview will be arranged.
2) Subject availability is dependent each year upon staffing, student numbers and funding. Where
possible we try to meet the needs of each student.
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Choosing school subjects
Use this plan to help you decide which subjects to take in your next school year.
Step 1: Work out what subjects you enjoy:
Subjects I like doing now
Subjects I’m interested in doing next year that I haven’t already studied
Subjects that include activities I like doing outside of school
eg, playing music, helping people, thinking creatively
Step 2: Work out what subjects you are good at
Subjects I am strongest in
Subjects others say I’m good at
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Step 3: Find out what subjects you need for your career ideas
Explore the Jobs database on the Careers New Zealand website to find out what subjects you need for your
career ideas.
Career ideas
Subjects I need
Looking for career ideas?
Use the interactive tools on the Careers New Zealand website to help you get some career ideas:
Subject Matcher – job ideas based on subjects you enjoy
Jobs by Interest – jobs that relate to areas of work you are interested in
CareerQuest – job ideas based on your interests
Skill Matcher – job ideas based on your skills
Still unsure about what career would suit you?
It’s OK if you don’t know what you want to do in the future. Studying a broad range of subjects will keep your
career options open. Keeping up with English, Maths and at least one Science subject is a good place to start.
Talk it over
Talk about your subject choices with your parents and whānau, teachers and careers advisers.
Talk to Careers New Zealand advisers if you need more help.
Call 0800 222 733 or chat online.
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Levels and Credits
Y11 Level 1 NCEA – working towards (100-120 credits)
Y12 Level 2 NCEA – working towards (100-120 credits)
Y13 Level 3 NCEA – working towards (? credits)
Please note: students can work at more than one Level in a year, depending on their previous
year’s grades e.g. Level 2 English but working at Level 1 Maths if they did not pass Maths in the
previous year.
ENTRY TO LEVEL 1
Students begin working on Level 1 credits in Year 10

ENTRY TO LEVEL 2

To qualify for Level 2 you must have completed your Level 1 course

In general, all subjects have entry requirements. Students should check with teachers to find out
what these are

Placement in Level 2 is at the discretion of the school

You will be required to study six subjects

English is highly recommended (refer to University Entrance requirements)
ENTRY TO LEVEL 3
 To gain entry to Level 3 you must have completed your Level 2 course ie: you must have attained 16
credits or more in every subject in your Level 2 course.
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All students take 5 subjects
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Any subject can be selected, if it can be timetabled, staffed and there are
sufficient numbers
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Boys aiming for tertiary study should study 5 subjects in Year 13
Details on University Entrance requirements can be found on page 5
For more information please go to the Careers Services website: www.careers.govt.nz and click on the parents, family
and whānau link…
Here you will find interactive tools that will help you and your son with subject choices, where each subject can lead to and
much more.
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Other Programmes
Alternative Pathways
The Alternative Pathways course is by invitation only. Students will study at their own pace in a homeroom
under close teacher guidance. Students will work towards finishing NCEA Level 1 and obtaining NCEA Level 2
through Numeracy, Literacy, Technology, Core Generic Models (such as communication, life skills, work and
employment skills) and Health and Physical Wellbeing.
Gateway Y12 & Y13 – Level 2 and Level 3
The Gateway programme is run by the Careers Department. It is designed for students who wish to carry out
some work or tertiary training while remaining at school. Students selected for this course will spend some of
their time in the work force completing Unit Standards relevant to the industry they are in and time at school
completing standards such as reading and writing standards, numeracy standards, and transition to work
standards.
The Gateway course is by application and interview with the Careers team. Application information will
be advertised in the SBHS the Daily Notices. There are limited places for 2015. This course cannot be
chosen as an option.
University Scholarship
The Scholarship programme is separate from NCEA. Scholarships are entered through separate written
examinations and/or submissions of work for external assessment.
A University Scholarship recognises outstanding achievement in at least three subjects. Scholarships are
awarded nationally in the following areas:
o Top all round scholars - performance across five subjects
o Top Māori scholar - male and female
o Top Pasifika scholar - male and female
o New Zealand scholar - across three subjects
o Top subject scholar - top achiever per subject
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OPTION CHOICE INFORMATION
What is Southland Boys' High School policy?
We believe all students can gain NCEA qualifications. The challenge is to get a certificate at the highest possible
level. Obviously employers will be more impressed with a certificate made up of Excellence and Merit level
passes than all Achieved level passes.
We have provided a range of courses that will enable all students to pass Level 1 and give enough flexibility to
enable all students to strive for Excellence.
How do students select subjects?
The subjects available in 2015 are on the option list on page 16 and pages 17-48
A full year of English
You must then choose fivesubjects.
Read through the subject descriptions contained in this booklet. Use the Option Choice sheet on the back page
to work out your subjects.
All option subjects are dependent on numbers and staffing
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Subject
Agriculture & Horticultural
Science
Department
Achievement
Standard (AS) or
Unit Standard (US)
Internal (I) or
External (E)
Page
AS
I&E
29
US
I
48
Science
Alternative Pathways
Catering
Technology
US
I
35
Commerce 101
Commerce
AS
I&E
31
Design Technology
Technology
Digital Technologies
Information Technology
. Engineering; or
. National Certificate in
Building,
Construction
and Allied Trade Skills
AS
I&E
34
AS & US
I
42
Technology
Technology
US
US
I
I
33
English 101
English
AS
I&E
18
English 102
English
AS
I&E
18
English (Employment)
English
AS & US
I
19
ESOL
Languages
US
I
22
Geography 101
Social Sciences
AS
I&E
39
Graphics (Design &
Visual Communication)
Technology
AS
I&E
34
Health & Phys Ed 101
Health & Phys Ed
AS
I&E
46
Health & Phys Ed 102
Health & Phys Ed
AS
I&E
46
Health & Phys Ed 103
Health & Phys Ed
AS
I
46
History 101
Social Sciences
AS
I&E
39
Japanese
Languages
AS
I&E
21
Mathematics 101
Mathematics
AS
I&E
24
Mathematics 102
Mathematics
AS
I&E
24
Mathematics 103
Mathematics
AS & US
I
25
Media Studies
English
AS
I&E
40
Performance 101
Arts Music / Drama
AS
I&E
44
Science 101
Science
AS
I&E
27
Science 102
Science
AS
I
28
Science 103
Science
AS
I
28
Te Reo Maori
Languages
AS
I
21
Visual Art
Arts
AS
I&E
37
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SENIOR SUBJECTS IN THE ENGLISH FACULTY
Junior English
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
English 101
English 102
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
English 201
English 202
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
English 301
English 302
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Employment
English
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
English 101
Pre-Requisite:
Consistent completion of work at level 6 of the curriculum
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information:
This is an advanced stimulating course that allows students the opportunity to gain endorsement in NCEA
English.
This demanding programme is based on a study of literature, language and production.
It provides a comprehensive foundation for further study of English at Level Two.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Credits
Internal or External
AS90849 1.1 Understanding written texts
4
External
AS90850 1.2 Understanding visual texts
4
External
AS90052 1.4 Produce creative writing
3
Internal
AS90053 1.5 Produce formal writing
3
Internal
AS90855 1.7 Create a visual text
3
Internal
AS90856 1.11 Film Analysis
3
Internal
Total
20
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
English 102
Pre-Requisite:
Satisfactory completion of Year 10 English
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information:
This is a comprehensive course similar to English 101.
It covers many of the achievement standards available at Level One. This programme is based on a study of
literature, language and production and provides a sound foundation for study of English at Level Two.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Credits
Internal or External
AS90849 1.1 Understanding written text
4
External
AS90850 1.2 Understanding visual text
4
External
AS90052 1.4 Produce creative writing
3
Internal
AS90853 1.5 Produce formal writing
3
Internal
AS90855 1.7 Speech
3
Internal
AS90056 1.11 Close viewing
3
Internal
Total
20
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Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Employment English
Pre-Requisite:
Completion of Year 10 English
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)

Unit Standards (US)
Course Information:
This course provides a foundation for progress on Pathway B and is designed to provide success at level 1 over
two years.
Course Outline
AS or US
Title
Credits
Internal or External
AS90856
Film Analysis
3
Internal
US1273
Produce writing
4
Internal
US504
CV
2
Internal
US3483
Fill in a form
2
Internal
US10792
Letter writing
3
Internal
AS90854
Wide Reading
4
Internal
AS90855
Static Image
3
Internal
Total
21
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SENIOR SUBJECTS IN LANGUAGES
Junior Languages
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
m Level 1
NCEA
Japanese
Te Reo
Mäori
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Japanese
Te Reo
Mäori
ESOL
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Japanese
Te Reo
Mäori
ESOL
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ESOL
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Japanese
Pre-Requisite:
Satisfactory completion of Year 10 course
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Course Information:
The study of languages in Year 11 maintains and builds on the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing
that students have acquired in Year 10. Portfolios of student work will be compiled throughout the year for
assessment purposes. Students will be able to communicate information, ideas and opinions through different
text types; express and respond to personal ideas and opinions; and communicate appropriately in different
situations.
Course Outline
AS or US
Title
Internal or External
Demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken Japanese
External
AS 90893
texts relating to areas of most immediate relevance
Give a spoken presentation in Japanese that communicates
Internal
AS 90894
a personal response
Interact using spoken Japanese to communicate personal
Internal
AS 90895
information, ideas and opinions in different situations
Demonstrate understanding of a variety of written / visual
External
AS 90896
Japanese texts on areas of most immediate relevance
Write a variety of text types in Japanese / on areas of most
Internal
AS 90897
immediate relevance.
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Te Reo Mäori
Pre-Requisite:
Year 10 Mäori Studies or proven ability to undertake work to an acceptable level of competence.
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information:
Students are required to build a portfolio throughout the year providing three assessment tasks for each internal
Achievement Standard. Students may also have the opportunity to get credits for Kapa Haka and Whakairo
(carving).
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or External
90189
Waihanga tuhinga i te reo o tõna ao
Internal
91085
Whakarongo kia mõhio kite reo o tõna ao
Internal
91086
Kõrero kia whakamahi i te reo o tõna o
Internal
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Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
ESOL
Pre-Requisite:
Open to students who speak English as another language (International fee paying students and by referral for
migrant, refugee and Pasifika students) and need language support. These students will also take English.
This course is assessed using:
 Unit Standards (US)
Course Information:
This is an English course that covers reading, writing, listening and speaking. The aim of the course is to
improve language skills for everyday life and to develop language skills in order to achieve in other learning
areas.
Course Outline
US
Title
Internal or External
US 2985
Read simple information texts (ESOL)
Internal
US 17139
Write simple descriptions (ESOL)
Internal
US 17366
Write simple recounts of personal experiences (ESOL)
Internal
US 17358
Talk about self and family using simple learnt language
Internal
patterns (ESOL)
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SENIOR SUBJECTS IN THE MATHEMATICS FACULTY
Junior Mathematics
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Mathematics
101
Mathematics
102
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Algebra
201
Statistics
201
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Calculus
301
Statistics 301
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Mathematics
103
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Mathematics 101
Pre-Requisite: Entry to this course is by invitation only by the Head of Mathematics, due to a high standard of
achievement in Year 10 mathematics
This course has:
This course is assessed using:
Internally assessed credits
Achievement Standards (AS)
8

12
Externally assessed credits
Total number of Credits
20
Course Information:
 This course provides a comprehensive foundation for further study of Mathematics at level 2.
 This course builds on work done in Years 9 & 10 with a focus on the applications of algebra into the areas of
number, measurement, trigonometry, geometry, statistics and probability.
 This course leads to Algebra 201 in year 12 and Calculus 301 in year 13.
 Students are expected to provide their own calculator.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Credits
Internal or External
91026
Apply numerical reasoning in solving problems
4
Internal
91027
Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems
4
External
Investigate a given multivariate data set using the
91035
4
Internal
statistical enquiry cycle
Investigate relationships between tables, equations and
4
External
91028
graphs
91031
Apply geometric reasoning in solving problems
4
External
TOTAL CREDITS
20
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Mathematics 102
Pre-Requisite: Satisfactory level of achievement in Year 10 mathematics
This course is assessed using:
This course has:
Achievement Standards (AS)
Internally assessed credits 20

Total number of Credits
Course Information:

This is a comprehensive course but is not as demanding as Mathematics 101.

This course builds on the work done in Years 9 & 10 and focuses on number, measurement, trigonometry,
statistics and probability.

This course leads to Statistics 201 in Year 12 and Statistics 301 in Year 13

Students are expected to provide their own calculators.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Credits
Internal or External
91026
Apply numerical reasoning in solving problems
4
Internal
Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement
91032
3
Internal
problems
91030
Apply measurement in solving problems
3
Internal
91029
Apply linear algebra in solving problems
3
Internal
Investigate a given multivariate data set using the
4
Internal
91035
statistical enquiry cycle
91038
Investigate a situation involving elements of chance
3
Internal
TOTAL CREDITS
20
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Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Mathematics 103
This course is assessed using:


Achievement Standards (AS)
Unit Standards (US)
This course has:
24
Internally assessed credits
Total number of Credits
24
Course Information:
 This course is designed to enhance student understanding of basic mathematical processes.
 The emphasis is on number, statistics and measurement.
 Students are expected to provide their own calculator.
Course Outline
AS or US
Title
Credits
Internal or External
US 26627
Use measurement to solve problems
3
Internal
AS 91030
Apply measurement in solving problems
3
Internal
US 26626
Interpret statistical information for a purpose
3
Internal
Investigate a given multivariate data set using the
AS 91035
4
Internal
statistical enquiry cycle
US 26623
Use number to solve problems
4
Internal
AS 91026
Apply numerical reasoning in solving problems
4
Internal
Apply right-angled triangles in solving measurement
3
Internal
AS 91032
problems
TOTAL CREDITS
24
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SENIOR SUBJECTS IN THE SCIENCE FACULTY
Junior
Agriculture
Junior Science
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Science
101
Chemistry 201
Chemistry
301
Science 102
Biology 201
Biology
301
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Science 103
Physics
201
General
Science 201
Physics
301
Agricultural/
Horticultural
Science 101
Agricultural/
Horticultural
Science 201
Agricultural/
Horticultural
Science 301
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Science 101
Pre-Requisite:
Students will be allocated to this course based on NZCER test results and overall teacher judgement from Year 10
Science
This course is assessed using:
5
Achievement Standards (AS)
This course has:
8
Internally assessed credits
12
Externally assessed credits
20
Total number of Credits
Course Information:
This course is required for those students who wish to study Sciences in Year 12 and 13.
There is a Workbook requirement that entails purchase of Workbook(s) covering the 3 externally assessed
Achievement Standards.
Course Outline
AS
90930
90944
90940
90955
90948
Title and version
Carry out a scientific investigation with direction.
Version 2
Demonstrate an understanding of an aspect of acids
and bases. Version 3.
Demonstrate an understanding of mechanics. Version
2.
Investigate an Earth Science event. Version 2.
Demonstrate an understanding of biological ideas
relating to genetic variation. Version 2.
TOTAL CREDITS
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Credits
4
Internal or External
Internal
4
External
4
External
4
4
Internal
External
20
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Science 102
Pre-Requisite: Students will be allocated to this course based on NZCER test results and overall teacher judgement
from Year 10 Science.
This course has:
This course is assessed using:
Internally assessed credits
Achievement Standards (AS)
5
16
4
Externally assessed credits
20
Total number of Credits
Course Information:
This course is required for those students who wish to study Sciences in Year 12.
There is a Workbook requirement that entails purchase of Workbook covering the one externally assessed
Achievement Standard.
Course Outline
AS
90930
90949
90945
90953
90940
Title and version
Carry out a scientific investigation with direction.
Version 2.
Investigate life processes and environmental factors
that influence. Version 2.
Investigate implications of use of carbon chemicals as
fuel. Version 2.
Demonstrate an understanding of carbon cycling.
Version 2.
Demonstrate an understanding of mechanics. Version
2.
TOTAL CREDITS
Credits
4
Internal or External
Internal
4
Internal
4
Internal
4
Internal
4
External
20
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Science 103
Pre-Requisite:
Students will be allocated to this course based on NZCER test results and overall teacher judgement from Year 10
Science
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)
5
This course has:
Internally assessed credits
20
Total number of Credits
Course Information:
This course is offered for those students who wish to study Sciences in Year 11 only.
There are no external assessments. All work is by way of internal assessment.
This course does not enable entry into Year 12 Sciences
Semester 1
Course Outline
AS
Title and version
Credits
90946
Investigate the implications of the properties of metals
4
for their use in society.
90949
Investigate life processes and environmental factors
4
that affect them.
90945
Investigate implications of the use of carbon
4
compounds as fuels.
90953
Demonstrate understanding of carbon cycling.
4
90943
Investigate the implications of heat for everyday life.
4
TOTAL CREDITS
8
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20
Internal or External
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Agricultural and Horticultural Science
Pre-Requisite:
Preferential entry will be given to those students who pass Year 10 Agricultural/Horticultural Science.
Students will be allocated to this course based on NZCER test results and overall teacher judgement from Year 10
Science.
This course is assessed using:
6
Achievement Standards (AS)
This course has:
14
Internally assessed credits
9
Externally assessed credits
Total number of Credits
23
Course Information: This course is required for those students who wish to study Sciences in Year 12.
There is a Workbook requirement that entails purchase of Workbook covering the externally assessed Achievement
Standards.
Course Outline
AS
90920
90160
90155
90918
90919
90921
Title and version
Geographic distribution of primary production
Environmental impact of primary production
Pasture and crop management practices
Carry out an agricultural/horticultural investigation
Demonstrate an understanding of soil management
practices
Demonstrate an understanding of livestock
management practices
TOTAL CREDITS
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Credits
3
3
4
4
4
Internal or External
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
External
5
External
13
SENIOR SUBJECTS IN COMMERCE
Enterprise Studies
Year 10 (1/2 year)
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Commerce
Accounting
Economics
Accounting
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Economics
Business
Studies
Business
Studies
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Commerce 101
Pre-Requisite:
Advanced Mathematics and English or permission of HOD
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information:
This Commerce course aims to promote knowledge and understanding of Economics and Accounting as financial
languages for individuals, businesses, community organisations and government.
Choice of Achievement Standards studied will depend on staffing.
approximately 21 credits in total.
Course Outline
AS
Title
90976
90981
90982
90985
90985
90987
90986
Accounting Concepts
Financial Decisions
Cash Managment
Demand
Supply
Government Choices
Analysis and Interpretation
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In total, the course will add up to
Credits
3
3
4
4
3
4
4
Internal or
External
External
Internal
Internal
External
External
Internal
External
SENIOR SUBJECTS IN THE TECHNOLOGY FACULTY
Technology Graphics/Catering
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Design
Technology
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Design
Technology
National
Certificate in
Building and
Construction
Allied Trade Skills
National
Certificate in
Building and
Construction
Design
Technology
(Engineering)
Design & Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Catering
Design
Technology
(Engineering)
Design & Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Catering
Design & Visual
Communication
(Graphics)
Catering
Allied Trade Skills
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Technology
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NB: Important – please note Students cannot do both National
Certificate in Building AND Engineering. They may only pick ONE.
National Certificate in Building, Construction and
Allied Trades Skills (Entry Level) (Level 1)
Qualification Summary
This is the first of two qualifications designed specifically to provide a progressive pathway for secondary school
students to integrate into a wide range of trade related occupations. This qualification will be awarded to people
credited with the core compulsory standards and who have met the requirements of both the core elective and
elective sections.
Pre-Requisite:
None
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Unit Standards (US)
Course Information:
This is an informative hands on course assessed in completing booklets, tests - both written and practical, meeting
performance criteria
Course Outline
US
Title
Internal or External
US 24355
Materials
Internal
US 24352
Safe Working
Internal
US 24356
Procedures and Processes
Internal
US 25920
Joints
Internal
US 25919
Hardware – Fastenings
Internal
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Design Technology Engineering
Pre-Requisite:
Satisfactory completion of Year 10 Workshop programme in the appropriate materials or by interview with Head of
subject. A reasonable standard of Maths and English is required.
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Unit Standards (US)
Course Information: This course provides the student with the opportunity to achieve a Level 1 qualification in
Engineering by following a prescribed Industry Training Organisation (COMPETENZ) series of Unit Standards (max
24 credits). The course combines theory and practical units and uses metal work as the main discipline. Students
who achieve all 24 credits in this subject and achieve an additional 16 credits in Maths, English or Science will be
qualified to apply for the National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (level1). A maximum of 24 level 1 credits
are offered in Year 11. All unit standards are internally assessed and externally moderated by COMPETENZ.
Course Outline
US
Title
Internal or External
US 22923
Demonstrate basic engineering skills
Internal
US 22924
Develop a simple product using engineering materials
Internal
US22926
Demonstrate knowledge of safety in engineering
Internal
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Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Design and Visual Communication (Graphics)
Pre-Requisite:
Year 10 Graphics an advantage
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information:
Design and Visual Communication (Graphics) is a design brief based subject. Students will be aiming for 23 credits
in this programme. The focus is functional design and creativity skills with an emphasis on drawing and rendering
skills. This subject has no formal examinations but is a work and skill based subject where homework is a
requirement to pass.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or External
AS91063
Produce freehand sketches to communicate own design ideas
External
AS91066
Use rendering techniques to communicate the form of own design ideas
Internal
AS90167
Use the work of an influential designer to inform design ideas
Internal
AS90168
AS90169
AS91054
AS91065
Undertake development of design ideas through graphics practice
Promote an organised body of design work to an audience using visual
communication techniques
Demonstrate understanding of basic human factors in design
Produce instrumental drawings to communicate design ideas
Internal
Internal
Internal
External
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Design Technology
Pre-Requisite: Year 10 Design Technology or Year 10 Art. Competency in Maths and English.
This course is assessed using:
Achievements (AS)

Course Information:
This is an informative hands’ on course offering 23 credits. Students design and create tangible objects using a
design brief. The programme has been produced to enable students the freedom to explore their creative ideas and
develop them into unique finished products. Projects may include but are not limited to design and creation of
furniture, outdoor furniture, public sculpture, wearable sculpture and jewellery.
Title
Credits Internal or External
91047
Undertake development to make a prototype to address a
Internal
Internal
brief
91017
Produce a finished work that demonstrates skills appropriate
to cultural conventions
Internal
91044
Undertake brief development to address a need or opportunity
Internal
91057
Implement basic procedures using resistant materials to make
a specified product
Internal
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Internal
Internal
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
CATERING YEAR 11 – National Certificate in Hospitality Year 1
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
CATERING YEAR 11 – National Certificate in Hospitality Year One.
Pre-Requisite: None
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Unit Standards (US)
Course Information:
Over a 2 year period at year 11 and year 12 the boys can complete the National Certificate in Hospitality
(Foundation). This 40 credit programme as be designed specifically for secondary school students. To gain the
qualification the boys much gain a minimum of 40 credits. If the student does not progress into year 12 he is not
disadvantaged as he will still gain the unit standards from year 11 and the credits towards NCEA. You will cook
2 periods per week with 2 period of theory per week.
Course Outline
AS or US
US 90959
US 15900
US 15901
US 15892
US 19770
US 21059
US 15892
US 497
Title
Demonstrate knowledge of practices and strategies to address
food handling issues
Prepare and present meat in the hospitality industry
Prepare and present fruit and vegetables in the hospitality industry
Demonstrate Knowledge of Terminology used in food and recipes
in cookery
Prepare and present egg and cheese dishes in the hospitality
industry
Demonstrate Knowledge of Knife Care
Demonstrate knowledge of names and terms used for food and
recipes in commercial kitchens
Demonstrate Knowledge of workplace health and safety
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Internal or External
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
Internal
SENIOR SUBJECTS IN ARTS
Art
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Art
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Art
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Photography
Design
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Sculpture
Print Making
Painting
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Visual Art
Pre-Requisite:
Satisfactory completion of year 10 level or HOF approval.
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Course Information:

Two achievement standards are internal, one is external.

Extra credits may be gained through added internal AS

Students study various skills based on a theme chosen by the teacher.

External component consists of 2 panels combining developmental and finished works.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or External
AS 90914
Use drawing methods for recording information using wet and dry media
Internal
Produce a finished work that demonstrates skills appropriate to cultural
Internal
AS 90917
conventions
Produce a body of work informed by established practice, which develops
External
AS 90916
ideas, using a range of media
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SENIOR SUBJECTS IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES
Social Studies - Years 9 & 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Geography
101
History
101
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Geography
201
History
201
Tourism 203
Media Studies
201
Geography
History
Tourism
Media Studies
301
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
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Media Studies
101
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Geography 101
Pre-Requisite: None
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Course Information:
This course is an introduction to Geography. Students will be taught and will use a wide range of skills: graphing,
mapping, data collection, analysis, evaluation, synthesis, paragraph writing, problem solving and prediction.
These skills will be taught through three main topics:

Extreme natural events

Population patterns, processes and issues

Resource use
Course Outline
AS
Title
Credits
Internal or External
Demonstrate geographic understanding of environments
4
External
91007 (1.1)
that have been shaped by extreme natural event(s)
Demonstrate geographic understanding of population
4
External
91008 (1.2)
concepts.
Apply concepts and basic geographic skills to demonstrate
4
External
91010 (1.4)
understanding of a given environment
91011 (1.5)
Conduct a geographic research, with direction.
4
Internal
Describe aspects of a contemporary New Zealand
3
Internal
91012 (1.6)
geographic issue.
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
History 101
Pre-Requisite: None
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Course Information:
Level 1 History studies the period leading up to and immediately following World War 2. It does so from two
perspectives; the war period looks from an international perspective at the Origins of the war and then after the war it
looks at New Zealand’s search for security following Britain’s movement away from the Pacific
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or External
Carry out an investigation of an historical event, or place, of significance to
Internal
91001
New Zealanders
Demonstrate understanding of an historical event, or place, of significance
Internal
91002
to New Zealanders
91003
Interpret sources of an historical event of significance to New Zealanders
Internal
91005
Demonstrate the causes and consequences of an historical event
External
91006
Demonstrate how an historical event affected New Zealand society
External
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Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Media Studies 101
Pre-Requisite:
Students will gain entry into 101 Media Studies through a successful Year 10 in English and/or Social Studies.
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information:
This course examines the dynamic role of the media in society, how the media constructs messages about individuals,
communities and cultures and how media products are produced, controlled and distributed. Through Media Studies
students gain the knowledge and skills to conceive, plan, design and make media products that engage audiences.
Course Outline
AS or US
AS90989
Title
Demonstrate understanding of how individuals interact with the Media
AS90991
Demonstrate understanding of Media coverage of a current issue or event
External
AS90992
Demonstrate understanding of characteristics of a Media genre
Produce a design and plan for a media product using a specified range of
conventions
Complete a Media product using a specified range of conventions from a
design and plan
External
AS90993
AS90994
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Internal or External
Internal
Internal
Internal
SENIOR SUBJECTS IN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
Junior ICT
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Digital
Technologies
101
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Digital
Technologies
201
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Digital
Technologies
301
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Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Digital Technologies (Computing) 101
Pre-Requisite: Year 10 Digital Technology is an advantage
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Course Information:
Digital technology covers a range of basic computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets. As
well as advanced creative design skills using Photoshop in logo and web design projects that include
html/ css coding. Students also code and create a game as project. The subject feeds into 3 major
areas with the IT industry, creative (web design, graphic and media), administrative (network
administrators) and computer science (programming) all requiring higher levels of study before entering
industry.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or
External
AS91070 Demo understanding of basic concepts of info management
External
Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital
AS 91071
Internal
information outcome
AS 91072 Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of digital media
Internal
Implement basic procedures to produce a specified digital media
AS 91073
Internal
outcome
AS 91075 Construct a plan for a basic computer program for a specified task
Internal
AS 91076 Construct a basic program for a specified task
Internal
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SENIOR SUBJECTS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS
Music
Year 9 and 10
Drama
Year 9 and10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Performance 101
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Performance 201
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Performance 301
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Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Performance 101
Pre-Requisite: Successful completion of Year 10 Music and or Drama or participation in Music or Drama
performance.
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Course Information: A course suited to those students who have a sound background in either Music or
Drama. Students will be encouraged to continue to develop their skills and improve performance.
Course Outline
Students will choose in conjunction with their teacher appropriate Assessment Standards from the following list.
AS or US
Title
Internal or External
AS 91090 Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist
Internal
Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a
AS 91091
Internal
member of a group
AS 91092 Compose two original pieces of music
Internal
AS 91093 Demonstrate aural and theoretical skills through transcription
External
AS 91095 Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts
Internal
Demonstrate understanding of the use of drama aspects within live
AS 90011
External
performance
AS 90997 Devise and perform a drama
Internal
AS 90998 Demonstrate understanding of features of a drama/theatre form
External
AS 90999 Select and use features of a drama/theatre from in a performance
Internal
AS 91000 Demonstrate understanding of a significant play
Internal
AS 90009 Perform an acting role in a scripted production
Internal
AS 90006 Apply drama techniques in a dramatic context
Internal
Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second
Internal
AS91274
instrument
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SENIOR SUBJECTS IN THE HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION FACULTY
Health and Physical
Education
Year 9 and 10
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Health & Physical
Education
101
Year 12
Level 2
NCEA
Physical
Education
201
Year 13
Level 3
NCEA
Physical
Education
301
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Health & Physical
Education
102
Practical Physical
Education
202
Practical Physical
Education
302
Health & Physical
Education
103
SBHS Outdoor
Education
Programme
Year 12/ 13
High Performance
Programme
Year 12/13
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Health & Physical Education 101
Pre-Requisite:
Successful completion of Year 10 English, PED and Health.
This course is assessed using:
Achievement Standards (AS)

Course Information:
This is a practical skills based course with emphasis on physical activity, participation and study of relevant health
needs of Year 11 students.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or External
AS90962
Participate in Physical Activity
Internal
AS90963
Demonstrate knowledge of body structure
Internal
AS90964
Demonstrate performance
Internal
AS90967
Examine quality of movement
Internal
AS90972
Demonstrate understanding of nutritional needs
External
AS90971
Take action to improve wellbeing
Internal
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Health & Physical Education 102
Pre-Requisite:
Successful completion of Year 10 PED and Health.
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information:
This is a largely practical based course with emphasis on physical activity, participation and relevant health needs of
Year 11 students.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or External
AS90962
Participate in Physical Activity
Internal
AS90963
Demonstrate knowledge of body structure
Internal
AS90964
Demonstrate performance
Internal
AS90967
Examine quality of movement
Internal
AS90971
Take action to improve wellbeing
Internal
Level 1 NCEA - Year Course
Health & Physical Education 103
Pre-Requisite:
Successful completion of Year 10 PED and Health.
This course is assessed using:
 Achievement Standards (AS)
Course Information: This is a largely practical based course with emphasis on physical activity, participation and
relevant health needs of Year 11 students.
Course Outline
AS
Title
Internal or External
AS90971
Take action to improve wellbeing
Internal
AS90964
Demonstrate performance
Internal
AS90962
Participate in physical activity
Internal
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ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS (INVITATION ONLY)
Year 9 / 10
Homeroom
Year 11
Level 1
NCEA
Year 12
Level 1/2
NCEA
Year 13
Year 9 / 10
Basic
Alternative
Pathways
Alternative
Pathways
Combination of Level 2 & 3 credits
As required
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ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS
(Invitation only)
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS
Limited numbers – for selected students only
This course is designed for students who have been identified by Heads of Faculty as students who will
have difficulty transitioning into NCEA Level 1 through our standard courses and who would be better
suited to a modified course tailored to meet their needs.
Course Information





Students will study at their own pace in a homeroom situation under close teacher guidance
and assistance
Students will have Health and Physical Wellbeing and Technology as their option subjects
Students will complete an S.I.T. STAR course in the second half of the year
Students will begin some work exploration
Students who show a high level of ability may be allocated other options e.g. Art, Music, DTW
at the discretion of Head of Faculty.
In the classroom the students will complete a course made up of Numeracy, Literacy, Science, Physical
Education and Employment Skills to enable them to achieve NCEA Level 1.
Alternate Pathways
Year 11
Pre–requisite:
A limited number of invited students that have been contacted by the school. Generally from year 10 Homeroom.
This course is assessed using:
Unit Standards (US) plus selected Achievement Standards
Course information:
The course has been specially prepared for students who will benefit from working in a small supportive
environment that is targeted to their specific learning needs.
Course outline:
Students will study at their own pace in a Homeroom situation under close teacher guidance and assistance.
Students will work towards obtaining NCEA Level 1 through Numeracy, Literacy, Technology, Core Generic
Modules (such as communication, life skills, work and employment skills,) and Health and Physical Wellbeing.
Students will complete at least one S.I.T. STAR Course (carpentry, joinery, automotive, etc.)
Students will begin work exploration through a brief work placement.
At the discretion of the Head of Faculty, certain students, depending upon their interest and previous efforts in
the subject, may be given an option (e.g. design technology engineering, design technology wood, design
technology graphics, music, art, catering).
Students will be expected to have almost obtained NCEA Level 1 by the end of the year.
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NET NZ
Pre Requisite: Students selecting a Net NZ eLearning course will require and interview and approval from Senior
Management.
Course Information:
This is an online course provided for motivated, independent students who may have timetable clashes or wish to
undertake study in subjects not offered in 2015.
Note: Not all courses listed will be offered in 2015. Confirmation will be made in early February 2015.
If you are interested in including a NET NZ course you must see Miss Sasaki for further information and an
application form.
NOTE: Course will not be confirmed until early 2015 and is subject to availability. Students must attend an
interview with Senior Management.
What is Net NZ?
NetNZ is a community of secondary and area schools in Canterbury, Otago and Southland that engage in
eLearning to better meet the needs of students and teachers.
How does it work?
Each of our schools offers at least one course with a teacher(s) which then allows them to enrol students in
courses offered by NetNZ and schools across the Virtual Learning Network (NZ).
Generally a course consists of 8-15 students who are taught by an eTeacher (who will be from a participating
school) using an approach that blends face to face style video conference tutorials with a mix of online and paper
based learning. You would typically find a course consists of 5-7 different schools throughout the country. Much
of the learning will be accessed through an online space where students can receive work, download
assignments, and interact with teacher and other students.
Each participating school also provides an eDean whose role is to support the students on site and provide an
important line of communication between teacher and student. This means students are not left on their own to
cope if they are having difficulties.
Our commitment
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All courses will be aligned with the New Zealand curriculum and NZQA requirements
All schools will provide an on-site support person (eDean) for students
All courses will be taught by a qualified and registered teacher from a school in New Zealand
All course will provide engaging, flexible learning using digital tools and resources blended with video
conference tutorials
Why take an online course?
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If the course/subject you want to take is not available at your own school
If the subject you want to take clashes with another timetabled class
If you want to develop your ability to self-manage your learning
If you want to experience a course that is fully online and enables you to interact with students across
the country
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What students need to consider
Learning online often requires a change of thinking from students who are used to a structured lesson by lesson
day. You will need to be willing to learn how to manage your own time effectively and to direct your leaning more
than in a traditional classroom. With this comes a lot more flexibility, especially if you are taking more than one
online course (some students have up to three), but also more responsibility for your learning. Students need to
be able to take the initiative and ask the teacher, the eDean and other students for help when they need it.
Learning online does not mean the absence of a teacher. If fact, because of the small number of students in a
course, e Teachers can often provide more feedback than in a traditional classroom, but this feedback is not
instant and students need to go into the programme understanding this.
NetNZ course 2014
Languages
The Arts
Beginner’s Japanese
L1 Art
L1 Japanese
Introduction to Art History (L1)
L2 Japanese
L2 Art History
L3 Japanese
L3 Art History
L1 French
L2 Photography
L2 French
Science
L1 Spanish
L1 Chemistry
L1 Te Reo Maori
L2 Chemistry
Social Sciences
L3 Chemistry
L1 History
L2 Biology
L2 History
L3 Biology
L3 History
L2 Physics
L1 Geography
L3 Physics
L2 Geography
L3 Agriculture
Introduction to Classical Studies L1
Technology
L2 Classical Studies
L1 Design and Visual Communication
L3 Classical Studies
L2 Design and Visual Communication
L1 Economics
L3 Design and Visual Communication
L2 Psychology
L1 Digital Technology
Maths
L2 Media Studies
L1 Accounting
L3 Media Studies
L3 Mathematics
Health and Physical Education
L3 Calculus
L2 Physical Education
L3 Statistics
L3 Physical Education
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Glossary
Achievement Standard
A nationally registered, coherent set of learning outcomes and associated performance criteria
for credit, merit and excellence grades.
Achievement Objective
A desired learning outcome that is consistent with the aims of a programme
Aim
A goal that is set for a programme
Assessment
Collecting and evaluating evidence to establish the level of an individual's performance
Certificate
A document that shows that a qualification has been awarded
Core
Compulsory subject
Credit
A numerical value assigned to a unit standard that represents the estimated time needed for a
typical learner to demonstrate that all specified outcomes have been met
Credit Accumulation
The collecting of credits towards qualifications
ESOL
English for speakers of other languages.
Externally Assessed
Student’s work will be evaluated by an official independent of Southland Boys' High School.
This is usually done by an examination at the end of the academic year.
Internally Assessed
Student’s work will be evaluated by a Southland Boys' High School teacher according to
national criteria.
Moderation
A term that broadly covers processes used for assuring the consistency of assessment with
the required standard across all schools.
Moderator
Independent person who has the expertise to confirm that assessment results meet intended
standards.
National Certificate
A qualification that is usually registered between NCEA Level 1 to 3
National Qualification
A particular combination of unit standards or achievement standards as determined by a
national standards setting body.
National
Qualifications
Framework
Collectively, all nationally registered qualifications, achievement standards and unit standards,
and with the relationship among these.
NCEA
National Certificate in Educational Achievement
NES
National Employment Skills
NZQA
New Zealand Qualification Authority
Portfolio
A learner's personal collection of evidence of achievement
Programme
Term used to encompass courses of study and/or research activity.
Qualification
Requirements for certification established by a recognised standard setting group.
Record of Achievement
An individual learner's transcript of unit/achievement standards credited and national
qualifications completed, provided by NZQA from a national database upon request.
Reporting
Supplying information on the progress and achievements of a learner
Standards
Defined learning outcomes, together with performance criteria, examples of their interpretation
and application and associated quality assurance processes - see also unit standard; defined
organisational or systems criteria, together with performance indicators.
Standards-based
Assessment
Process of judging learner achievement against defined standards
Unit Standard
A nationally registered, coherent set of learning outcomes and associated performance criteria
Valid Assessment
Assessment that achieves its purpose by using evidence directly related to the type and level
of performance required in a specific standard, and by being fair and consistent.
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Subject Charges: additional charges are required to be made for materials used by boys in various
subjects and for the use of some facilities in the community. Such charges are over and above
government requirements and undoubtedly enhance your son’s education. Below is an indication of
option charges for 2015 based on previous years. These are subject to change.
SUBJECT:
Art Ys 7, 8
DESCRIPTION:
Materials
COST:
$20.00
SUBJECT:
Y 9 Horticulture
DESCRIPTION:
Materials
COST:
$10.50
Art Y 9
Art Y 10
Materials
Materials
$20.00
$40.00
Y 10 Ag/Horticulture
Agriculture 101,201,301
$10.50
$26.50
Art 101, 201, 301
Careers Trip –Y 13
Accounting 101
Economics 101,201,301
Business Studies
Young Enterprise Studies
$50.00
$30.00
$25.00
$20.00
$24
$32
Physics 301
Biology 201
Biology 301
Chemistry 201, 301
Physics 201
Biology/Geography
Drama 101,201,301
Junior Drama
English Year 8
Materials
Dunedin University
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Exam/Consolidation
Book
Materials
Materials
Speech Board Exam
Materials
Consolidation
Book/Notes
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Camp Fiordland
$25.00
$10.00
$50.00
English Y7-13
Year 7 Camp
Year 8 Camp
Social Sciences
Tourism Course
French 201,301
Japanese Y10
Japanese 101, 201
Japanese 301
Year 10 Outdoor Ed
Y13 Senior Camp
Performance Fee
Borland Lodge
Deep Cove
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Consolidation Book
Camp at Boyd Creek
Camp at Borland
$5.00
$150.00
$250.00
$10.00
$45.00
$37.00
$20.00
$37.00
$37.00
$200.00
$130.00
Technology Y 7, 8,
Technology Y 9
Design Tech Y 10
Y 11 DTE Engineering
Graphics Y 10
Furniture/Jewellery 103
Design Tech Eng 103
Graphics 101,201,301
Furniture/jewel 203,303
Design Tech Eng 203
Food Tech Y 8, 9
Catering 103
Catering 103
Catering 203
Homeroom Catering
$50.00
$55.00
$100.00
$150.00
$25.00
$150.00
$150.00
$20.00
$165.00
$165.00
$75.00
$280.00
$50.00
$280.00
$148.00
HPW 101/102 Course
Phys Ed 201 Course
Trip
Consolidation book,
camp,etc
Camps
Bus to swimming
$60.00
$220.00
Homeroom Design Tech
Outdoor Ed 201
Materials
Materials
Materials
Materials
Materials/printing
Materials
Materials
Materials/printing
Materials
Materials
Ingredients, etc
Ingredients, etc
Consolidation Book
Ingredients, etc
Ingredients,
Consolidation book
Materials
Course
$495.00
$20.00
Outdoor Ed 301
Course
$800.00
Phys Ed 301 Course
PED Y7, Y9
$45.00
$35.00
$35.00
$30.00
$45.00
$125.00
$100.00
$1000.00
NOTE:
1.
Subject availability is dependent each year upon staffing, student numbers and funding. Where
possible, we try to meet student needs.
2.
Think carefully, and seek advice if needed, before making your final subject choice.
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Option Choice Form
Year 11, 2015
Please complete and bring this form to your course selection interview beginning Wednesday, 10
September. (You will be advised of your interview time during the week beginning Monday, 8
September). Parents will be contacted if there is a need for a second interview due to issues occurring
with course selection.
Name: ______________________________________ Tutor Group:
Asttle
English
PAT
English
Mathematics
_____________________
/9
/9
See your Tutor or classroom teacher to get the above results
2014 Current Subjects
Core Subject
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Science
A
P
B
Homeroom
Tick one for each subject
Subjects 2015
Compulsory Subjects
English
Mathematics
Science
101
102
103
Tick one for each subject
Teacher Signature: ……………………………………
Teacher Signature: ……………………………………
Teacher Signature: ……………………………………
Plus list in order of preference 4 other subjects (from this students will be placed into 3 option subjects)
1.
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2.
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3.
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4.
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Student Signature:
………………………………………………………………….. Date: ………………..
Parent Signature:
………………………………………………………………….. Date: ………………..
These option choices can also be made via the Parent/Student Portal at
http://portal.sbhs.school.nz/student/ or via SBHS website www.sbhs.school.nz Web Portal
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