Subject Selection Booklet 2020

KAIAPOI HIGH SCHOOL

SUBJECT SELECTION BOOKLET 2020

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Kaiapoi High School 1 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 SUBJECT SELECTION 2020

Introduction The Subject Selection Booklet is a valuable tool in helping students to make wise decisions when planning their future pathways.

PLEASE NOTE THAT SUBJECTS WILL RUN ONLY IF STUDENT NUMBERS, STAFFING AND TIMETABLING ALLOW IT. Where a subject is oversubscribed and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied. Some subjects are also available via Distance Courses, as explained on Page 65. Please see Mrs McMeeken for further details.

Please use this booklet to discuss options and bring it to the Subject Information Evening on Thursday 15th August from 4:00pm to 6:30pm. Parents/Caregivers are encouraged to come to this evening where Mrs Williamson, the Careers Advisor, the Heads of Faculty and Teachers in Charge of subjects will be available to discuss options.

This booklet is designed to clearly show the progression of a subject and subject options within each faculty. It also indicates the minimum requirement to gain entry to a course. It is important to consider the next step for you and your study when making your choices.

Remember your teachers know you and your ability in their subject area and can provide good information as to how you will manage the courses in their subject.

How to get-it-right! This booklet is to help you ‘get-it-right’ when you are choosing subjects for next year.

There is a lot of material in this booklet, so please spend time reading it and becoming familiar with the many options you have. You will ‘get-it-right’ if you choose subjects that you enjoy, which challenge you and which prepare you for what you will do when you leave school. Some subjects are needed for certain careers or other training. Please consult Mrs Williamson if you are unsure. Be realistic! Choose the course appropriate for you and your ability. Your subject teachers can help you with this.

If I choose a subject will I be able to take it? That depends. You will be guided into the best course for your ability in the two compulsory subjects at Level 1, English and Mathematics. In Years 12 and 13 you may need to reach certain standards or prerequisites to enter some subjects. The requirements are noted in the course descriptions.

For more information on understanding NCEA, visit: https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/understanding-ncea/how-ncea-works/

Costs The Ministry of Education Operations Grant is designed to fund schools for delivery of the NZ curriculum. The reality is that the Kaiapoi High School community desires additional resources that enhance the learning experiences of our students.

Most subjects or courses include additional costs resulting from our desire to provide quality education over and above that which is covered by MOE funding. We try to keep these extra costs as low as possible. Charges may apply where a student has chosen to buy and take home an item, or chosen to participate in an activity additional to the delivery of the curriculum.

When Kaiapoi High School seeks financial contributions for specific purposes, we appreciate the high level of financial support that our families give to the School.

Kaiapoi High School 2 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT

YEAR 11 What type of programme will I take?

All Year 11 students take six subjects. An English and a Mathematics course are compulsory. You then choose four other subjects from the options. All subjects at Year 11 will allow you to gain credits towards National Certificates, including NCEA Level 1. In some subjects you will gain credits by passing Achievement Standards. In some subjects you will gain credits by passing Unit Standards. Some subjects will offer both Achievement Standards and Unit Standards.

Achievement Standards can be gained by Internal Assessment and External Assessment. The end-of-year exams are all External Assessments. Unit Standards are all Internal Assessments. All credits from Unit Standards and Achievement Standards can be credited towards the National Certificate of Educational Achievement Level 1.

How will I gain these qualifications? Every Achievement Standard and Unit Standard is worth a number of credits.

Credits are like points and you collect these from all your subjects to put towards your qualification.

You collect credits when you achieve the standard set.

Unit Standards are generally awarded as an Achieved or Not Achieved.

Achievement Standards are awarded as Not Achieved, Achieved, Merit or Excellence.

NCEA Level 1 When you have a minimum total of 80 Level 1 credits, or higher, and you have achieved the Literacy and Numeracy requirements you will be awarded the National Certificate of Educational Achievement Level 1.

You can achieve Literacy or Numeracy in two ways. You can achieve Literacy and Numeracy by achieving 10 credits from specified Achievement Standards across subjects. Your subject teachers will advise you what standards can be counted towards Literacy and Numeracy. If you achieve Literacy and Numeracy in this way your certificate will show, “Literacy achieved through Achievement Standards” and/or “Numeracy achieved through Achievement Standards”. The second pathway involves achieving 10 credits of Literacy and/or 10 credits of Numeracy from work you do in class. If you achieve Literacy and/or Numeracy in this way your certificate will show, “Literacy achieved through Unit Standards” and/or “Numeracy achieved through Unit Standards”. You cannot mix the two methods of attaining either Literacy or Numeracy but you could achieve one through Unit Standards (e.g. Literacy) and the other (e.g. Numeracy) through Achievement Standards. When you have these in your 80 credits, you will receive your National Certificate of Educational Achievement Level 1.

Kaiapoi High School 3 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 YEAR 12

NCEA Level 2 At this level of study no course is compulsory, but you need to look carefully at what course of study will best suit your future needs. Currently you will choose five or six subjects to study and you will have allocated study periods. NCEA Level 2 is to be achieved by using 20 credits gained at Level 1 and achieving a minimum of 60 Level 2 credits or higher. A National Certificate will be awarded when 80 credits are gained in total.

University Entrance Please note University Entrance requires a minimum standard of Literacy and Numeracy. 10 credits at Level 1 Numeracy and 10 credits at Level 2 Literacy are required (five reading and five writing).

When constructing your programme of study, please check that you have chosen courses that will enable you to achieve entrance to university.

Some students will study a multi-level course to complete their Level 1 certificate requirements and /or meet the prerequisite requirements for a Level 2 and above course.

YEAR 13

NCEA Level 3 At this level of study no course is compulsory, but you need to look carefully at what course of study will best suit your future needs.

You will choose five subjects to study and you will have up to five allocated study periods.

Please check the requirements for University Entrance (Degree) and ensure your course of study will allow you the opportunity to gain entrance. You must ensure you have met the Literacy and Numeracy requirements, which are critical as part of the entry requirement for further study.

Study for scholarship is available in some subjects. Please discuss with your subject teachers if you are interested in this option.

NCEA – Endorsement of Certificates Endorsement of Certificates is a way of reflecting the Merit and Excellence credits shown on the Record of Achievement.

Merit and Excellence can only be gained in Achievement Standards. Students will require 50 credits at Excellence to receive a certificate endorsed with Excellence and 50 credits of either Excellence and/or Merit to receive a certificate endorsed with Merit.

Can credits gained in one year be used to gain endorsement of certificates in another year?

Yes. As has always been the case, credits gained in different years, and at different levels, can count towards NCEA. For endorsement, the credits gained must be gained at the level of the certificate being awarded, or above.

Kaiapoi High School 4 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 NCEA – Course Endorsement

Students can gain a course endorsement with Merit or Excellence.

Students will receive an Excellence endorsement for a course if they gain 14 credits at Excellence level. This must include at least three credits at Excellence from internally assessed standards and at least three credits at Excellence from externally assessed standards (unless your subject is an exception e.g. Art, Physical Education, etc.). Please check this booklet and your teacher to see if your course meets the course endorsement requirements.

Students can gain a Merit endorsement for a course if they gain 14 credits at Merit level or above. This must include at least three credits at Merit level or above from internally assessed standards and at least three credits at Merit level or above from externally assessed standards.

Can credits gained in one year be used to gain course endorsement in another year?

No. Credits must be obtained from one calendar year and cannot be the result of accumulation over more than one year.

NZQA Fees – what will it cost to enter? In 2020 there will be no charge to domestic students for NZQA examinations.

International Students

Our International Student Programme is growing rapidly as we host students from varying countries throughout the year. Students from Japan, Germany, Switzerland, France, Thailand, Korea and China have spent time with us and we have growing interest from many other places.

International students may commit to one or more terms, a full year or longer. Homestay options are provided for a fee.

The School provides academic English for advanced students and English for speakers of other languages – ESOL. This enhances their ability to improve communication, confidence and accuracy. Students may study and complete NCEA levels while they are here, or simply gain credits in their subjects of choice. We provide experienced and fully trained teachers in all our subjects who are keen willing and happy to engage with differing cultures and needs.

Students are offered a range of subjects from each faculty. These include our specialist topics of Hospitality and Outdoor Education, as well as Technology, Music, Arts, Sport and Culture.

International students are warmly welcomed into our school environment. The students engage and prosper through their time spent with us. For further information please email [email protected] or call Sarah Sweet, International Manager, 027 200 2430.

Kaiapoi High School 5 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 KAIAPOI HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECT INDEX

Arts Faculty

Dance 9-10 Drama 10-11 Media Studies 12-13 Music / Sound & Recording 14-15 Visual Art / Digital Art 16 Art Design 17 Painting 18 Photography 19 Wearable Arts 20-21

Health & Physical Education Faculty

Food & Nutrition 23 Health Education 24-25 Outdoor Education 25-26 Outdoor Education Leadership 27 Physical Education & Sports Science 28-29 Sport Coaching 29

English Faculty

Literacy 30 English 31-33 English Language (formerly English for Speakers of Other Languages) 34

Mathematics Faculty

Mathematics / Numeracy 36-39

Kaiapoi High School 6 Subject Selection Booklet 2020

Science Faculty

Science 40 Biology 41 Chemistry 42 Physics 43

Social Sciences Faculty Business Studies 45 Accounting 46 Economics 46-47 Social Studies 47-48 Classical Studies 49 Geography 50-51 Tourism 52 History 53 Legal Studies 54 Tikanga Māori 54 Te Reo Māori 55

Technology Faculty

Digital Technology 57-58 Electronics 59 Graphic Design and Visual Communication 60 Hospitality 61-62 Tools 4 Work 62 Hard Materials Technology 63

Other Courses

Automotive Introductory Skills 64 Ready for Work 64 Gateway 64 STAR Funded Courses 65 Secondary Tertiary Programmes 65 Distance Courses 65

Kaiapoi High School 7 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 KAIAPOI HIGH SCHOOL

Arts Faculty

CAREERS: Any of the Arts subjects are recommended as subjects that encourage creative and flexible thinking skills.

Music is a helpful subject in careers such as: a disc jockey, sound engineer, music and instrument retailer, musician, teacher, film & television industry worker, etc.

Visual Art and Digital Art can be useful in careers such as: a photographer, photojournalist, artist, designer, logo and graphic designer, illustrator, special effects artist, advertiser, marketer, tattoo artist, set designer, teacher, museum or gallery worker, printer, industry, film/television/animation/video technician, sign writer, website designer and any other field which requires creative thinking.

Wearable Art is a subject that is useful for careers such as: textile designer, pattern maker, fashion designer, fashion consultant, costumier for movies/film/theatre, fashion illustrator, fashion buyer, and makeup artist for film or theatre.

Drama and Dance are subjects that are helpful in career choices involving: youth work, teaching, journalism, sales and marketing and any communication-based career. For talented students there are growing opportunities in the film industry for actors, writers, dancers, choreographers, designers and technical fields, such as costume, set, lighting design and production.

Media Studies is ideal for students wishing to enter careers such as: film production and the film industry, journalism, law, teaching, marketing, publishing, television, to name just a few. Students who do well, often go on to study Media at tertiary institutions, such as Broadcasting School, Film Studies at Canterbury University or Yoobee School of Design.

** For all Visual Art subjects we recommend parents/caregivers set up an automatic payment at the start of the year, so the contribution is paid by the end of term two. This enables commencement of the exam portfolio at the start of term two.

Kaiapoi High School 8 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Dance (L1DANC) Level 1 Dance is designed to expose students to a variety of genres, dance performances and choreographic processes. Students have the opportunity to gain a total of 24 credits through internal performance based assessments and an end-of-year external written exam. Dance is a lot of fun and very hands-on. It demands much creative thinking, physical endurance and time spent, both in and out of class, creating and rehearsing for performances. Level 1 Dance involves: 1. Composing movements in pairs and groups to choreograph three original dance sequences, each focusing on different dance elements. 2. Learning and performing three dance sequences in a variety of dance genres (Jazz, African or Samoan and Hip Hop or contemporary dance). 3. Learning and performing a group dance on stage to demonstrate ensemble skills. 4. Dance elements written assessment (optional). 5. Sitting an external exam to show their understanding of a dance performance they have studied as a class.

Students will also have the opportunity of viewing a live performance and develop their ability to analyse and interpret a professional dance performance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Year 10 Dance, or HOF approval None. Small costs to participate in 3 20 internal and 4 external credits guest tutor workshops ($5-$10 each) and to attend 2-3 live/evening dance performances ($15-$20 per show).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 8 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Dance (L2DANC) Level 2 Dance continues to develop students’ ability as performers, as well as strengthen their ability to select and integrate appropriate dance elements and choreographic devices into performance. The year is achievement standard based, with a total of 26 credits on offer. Level 2 Dance makes a logical progression from Level 1 Dance, extending students dance skills and their ability to communicate an idea, mood, emotion or story through dance. Level 2 Dance involves: 1. Choreographing a group dance to show an idea developed from a Maori, Pasifika or European Myth 2. 2. Choreographing a solo dance, showing an idea developed from a social issue related to youth culture today (optional). 3. Performance of an ethnic or social dance from a particular culture or era, e.g. African, Flamenco or Charleston. 4. Performance of a theatre dance ‘in character’ for public entertainment. 5. Performing a repertoire of three contemporary dances at a public event. 6. Sitting an external exam, analysing and discussing a dance performance they have studied as a class.

Students will again enjoy the opportunity of viewing a live performance and continue to develop their ability to analyse and interpret a professional dance performance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 credits from Level 1 Dance, None. Small costs to participate in 3 22 internal and 4 external credits or HOF approval guest tutor workshops ($5-$10 each) and to attend 2-3 live/evening dance performances ($15-$20 per show).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 9 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 Dance (L3DANC) Level 3 Dance explores dance performance and choreography in further depth, focusing on preparing them for a higher technical level of dance. The year is achievement standard based, with a total of 22 credits on offer. 18 credits can be gained internally and four externally. Level 3 Dance moves on to a more professional level of dance, extending students’ dance technique and expression, and their ability to create, teach and prepare dances, including design aspects, for public performance.

Level 3 Dance involves: 1. Preparing, choreographing, teaching and designing a group dance for public performance, showing a concept developed from a dance quote. 2. Performing a solo dance with a prop, or a duet showing a connection or relationship, or performing a repertoire of three contemporary dances at a public event. 3. Performing a group dance based on a concept developed from a New Zealand short story or tale. 4. Sitting an external exam, analysing and evaluating a dance performance they have studied as a class. 5. Students also have the opportunity to enter Scholarship in Dance.

Students will again enjoy the opportunity of viewing a live performance and continue to develop their ability to analyse and interpret a professional dance performance. Depending on class numbers, two or all of these courses may be combined into one timetabled class.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 credits from Level 2 Dance, None. Small costs to participate in 3 18 internal and 4 external credits or HOF approval guest tutor workshops ($5-$10 each) and to attend 2-3 live/evening dance performances ($15-$20 per show).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 1 Drama (L1DRAM) Level 1 Drama is a lot of fun and very hands-on. It demands much creative thinking and plenty of time spent, both in and out of class, practising for performances.

The Level 1 Drama course will cover: 1. Working in pairs with a script using drama techniques. 2. The performance and study of a Theatre Form, such as Melodrama (Villains, Heroine/Hero, Goofy Sidekick) or Clowning. 3. Working in a small group with your peers, devising short scenes that you will perform to family and friends. 4. Working as a whole class to rehearse and perform a production, to perform to family and friends. 5. Trips away to study the Elements and Conventions of Theatre (for the external exams).

There will be at least one trip away to view live productions. These are likely to incur a small expense.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Year 10 Drama, or HOF approval None. Small charges may occur 18 internal and 4 external throughout the year for attending Achievement Standard credits performances.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 22 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 10 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Drama (L2DRAM) Level 2 Drama continues to develop students’ ability as performers, as well as strengthen their ability to select and integrate appropriate drama techniques, elements and conventions, into performance. The year is achievement standard based with a total of 22 credits on offer. Level 2 Drama makes a logical progression from Level 1, but has an increased focus on students’ ability to identify performance concepts and script-work.

The Level 2 Drama course will cover: 1. Interpreting an open script in pairs and applying drama techniques to show this in performance. 2. Using the devising process to create, craft and perform an original performance. 3. The study of the either Elizabethan Theatre or Theatre of the Absurd Theatre Form and a performance of an Absurdist or Shakespearean scene. 4. Students will perform in the Level 2 class production (performance of a play) for an invited audience. 5. Students will sit an external exam based on the live performances they see throughout the year.

There will be at least two trips away to view a live production. These are likely to incur a small expense.

Any student taking two or more courses that require time away from school (such as ODED, OELS or Gateway) will need to be responsible for keeping up with the demands of this course.

This course leads to an approved course for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 12 or more credits in Level 1 None. Small charges may occur 18 internal and 4 external credits Drama, or HOF approval throughout the year for attending performances.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Drama (L3DRAM) Level 3 Drama explores the artistry of performance and theatre in greater depth. The course includes three large internal projects and one external exam, with a total of 18 credits on offer. The year involves solo, paired and group performances, with an emphasis on developing students to a professional standard.

The Level 3 Drama course will cover: 1. Students performing a monologue, or in small groups an extract from a play, focusing on the Drama techniques of Voice, Body, Movement and Space. 2. The study of either Commedia Dell’arte or the Brecht Theatre Form and a performance of a scene using the features of the chosen period of Drama. 3. Students will perform in the Level 3 class production to an invited audience of family and friends. 4. (Optional internal) Students will use the devising process to craft an original performance piece in small groups. 5. Students sit an external exam based on the live performances they have seen throughout the year.

There will be at least two trips away to view live productions. These are likely to incur a small expense.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 12 or more credits in Level 2 None. Small charges may occur 14 internal and 4 external credits Drama, or HOF approval throughout the year for attending performances.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 11 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Media Studies and Film Production (L1MEDS) Why study Media Studies? The media is everywhere, feeding us fact and fantasy, ideas and information, truth and lies. Its influence is profound. Media Studies is the study of both the ‘traditional’ media (such as film, television, and magazines) and the ‘newer’ media (such as the internet and electronic games). Media Studies seeks to develop an informed and critical understanding of the ways in which the media influence social, political and economic areas of life, as well as the way they shape our perceptions, attitudes, desires and behaviour.

This Level 1 course will cover: 1. Writing a film review. 2. Design/Film/Edit your own scene in small groups for a new TV series (Horror, Thriller, Crime, Fantasy), worth 9 credits. 3. Studying a scene in depth from one of your favourite films and writing about it. 4. A study of a film genre, for the external exam (Superhero films).

If you want a career in journalism, TV, radio, film, magazine publishing, marketing, design, radio, editing, production or you simply have an interest on the influence that media has on our world today, then Media Studies is for you.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Strong writing skills Nil 19 internal and 4 external Achievement Standard credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 7 Literacy and 3 Numeracy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Media Studies and Film Production (L2MEDS) Why study Media Studies? The media is everywhere, feeding us fact and fantasy, ideas and information, truth and lies. Its influence is profound. Media Studies is the study of both the ‘traditional’ media (such as film, television, and magazines) and the ‘newer’ media (such as the internet and electronic games). Media Studies seeks to develop an informed and critical understanding of the ways in which the media influence social, political and economic areas of life, as well as the way they shape our perceptions, attitudes, desires and behaviour.

This Level 2 course will cover: 1. Different film techniques and how they are used (Study of Short Films). 2. Looking at teenage girls and how they are represented in Music Videos and Magazines. 3. A study of a film genre (Dystopian/End of the World Films). 4. Designing and producing a short film (Film/Edit/Dub Music/Special Effects).

Level 2 Media Studies is an ideal subject for those students wanting to pursue a career in film, television, radio, advertising, production, design and journalism. Also, Media Studies is relevant to students who simply have an interest in the influence media has on our world today.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 15 credits from Level 1 Media Nil 17 internal and 4 external Studies or 14 credits from Level 1 Achievement Standard credits English, or HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 12 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 Media Studies and Film Production (L3MEDF) This Media/Film Production course focuses on the designing and making of short films. It is a hands-on course with a heavy practical element. There is also an external exam at the end of the year, so reasonable English skills are required.

This Level 3 course will cover: 1. Students will compete in the V48Hours Film Festival. Their film will be shown at a cinema in Christchurch. 2. They will design a plan/concept for a short film. 3. Students will produce a short film to enter in various National competitions to gain experience (and prizes). 4. We will look at product placement in Hollywood films or The American TV Industry for the external exam. 5. Make a short Documentary Film or News Reel.

Level 3 Media Studies is an ideal subject for those students wanting to pursue a career in film, television, radio, advertising, production, design and journalism. Also, Media Studies is relevant to students who simply have an interest in the influence media has on our world today.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 9 credits from Nil 13 internal and 4 external credits Level 2 Media Studies or Level 2 English, or HOF approval. Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes but sits in the same domain as Media Studies/Journalism.

Level 3 Media Studies/Journalism (L3MEDJ) The media is everywhere, feeding us fact and fantasy, ideas and information, truth and lies. Its influence is profound. Media Studies is the study of both the “traditional” media (such as film, television and magazines) and the “newer” media (such as the internet and electronic games). Media Studies seeks to develop an informed and critical understanding of the ways in which the media influence social, political and economic areas of life, as well as how our perceptions, attitudes, desires and behaviour are shaped.

This Level 3 course will cover: 1. Understanding the way people/audience view films from a different perspective. 2. How certain groups are represented in the media. Topics such as: Male drinking culture in NZ or how women are given media coverage in NZ sports are studied. 3. Creating a portfolio worth 13 credits where you plan, design, write and create a feature article for a ‘school magazine’. 4. We will look at the relationship between a media genre and a society. 5. Possible visit to Gloriavale Christian Community to view their culture first hand.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 14 credits from Nil 12-15 internal and 4 external Level 2 Media Studies or 14 from credits Level 2 English. Students must also have passed at least one external standard in either of these two subjects, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes, but sits in the same domain as Media Studies/Film Production.

Kaiapoi High School 13 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Music (L1MUSP) Music builds skills such as collaboration, creative thinking, self-discipline and perseverance that students can apply to all areas of their lives, as well as to other subjects that they study. Music can give students a lifelong creative outlet and indicates to future employers a well-rounded student with good interpersonal skills.

This course is designed to give students who can play an instrument, the opportunity to develop their performance and composition skills. Performances both solo and group are organised throughout the year to allow students to demonstrate their skills in front of different audiences, and assessors. Students will also have the opportunity to write their own music and record it, develop their aural (ear training) skills, and to analyse musical works.

Students who do Level 1 Music will also cover digital recording as part of the course.

It is recommended that students wishing to take Level 1 Music have completed the Year 10 Full Year Music course or have had lessons on an instrument for a minimum of two years.

Students who have not completed the Year 10 Full Year Music course should contact the Head of Music before opting into this course.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Ability to play an instrument $15 20 internal and 8 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 6 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Music (L2MUSP) Music builds skills such as collaboration, creative thinking, self-discipline and perseverance that students can apply to all areas of their lives, as well as to other subjects that they study. Music can give students a lifelong creative outlet and indicates to future employers a well-rounded student with good interpersonal skills.

This course is designed to follow on from the Level 1 Music course. The course is based around solo and group performances. Students can then choose from a range of Achievement Standards, which includes composition, researching an aspect of Music in Aotearoa/New Zealand, and Music Technology, to round out their course.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 13 credits from $15 23 internal and 4 external credits Level 1 Music, or HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 4 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 14 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2/3 Sound Recording and Production (L2SORC) This course will offer a mixture of Levels 2 & 3 Achievement and Unit Standards in recording, midi, public address systems, mixers and understanding and using a wide range of microphones. Digital editing and live sound mixing is also covered. This course would ideally suit somebody who is interested in Music and Technology. No previous musical knowledge is required, but an interest in Music, Sound and Computers is essential.

This course will be timetabled to run at the same time as Level 3 Music and will be limited to eight students. Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Level 1 NCEA an advantage, $65 Basic course: 12 internal L2 although no previous music credits and 6 internal L3 credits experience is required. Advanced course: 12 internal L2 credits and 14 internal L3 credits.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Level 3 Music (L3MUSP) Music builds skills such as collaboration, creative thinking, self-discipline and perseverance that students can apply to all areas of their lives, as well as to other subjects that they study. Music can give students a lifelong creative outlet and indicates to future employers a well-rounded student with good interpersonal skills.

This course is designed to carry on from the Level 2 Music course. Based around Performance and/or Composition standards, students can then choose from a range of Achievement Standards, which include arranging, study of set music works, aural and score-reading external standards, or a Technology standard, to round out their course.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 14 credits from $15 28 internal and 4 external credits Level 2 Music with passes in either solo performance and/or composition, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 15 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Visual Art (L1ARTV) This course is about discovering and making art to form an individual programme. Students may explore combinations of art areas that could include drawing, collage, painting, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture three-dimensional work and special effects. This is a very practical, hands-on course, which also involves studying artist role models for inspiration. Students are encouraged to be innovative, and explore art making which is relevant to their own interests. You will follow a programme, but essentially create your own theme and developmental focus.

There is one internal assessment worth 4 credits and a two-panel external exam Art folio worth 12 credits. Students completing the exam may take one internal or two. If a student is also taking the Digital Art course, they must understand they can only sit one Art exam folio, and therefore will have to choose which subject this will be completed in. If the student is not completing the exam, they may undertake an extra four-credit assignment. The Art folio exam is completed in class over three terms.

This course enables you to go on with further study in the non-Digital Visual Arts.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: It is recommended that you have $50, plus your own loaded printing 4 internal and 12 external credits undertaken Visual Art at Year 10. allowance.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 4 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 1 Digital Art (L1ARTD) This course is about discovering and making Digital Art using drawing tablets, computers, and cameras to form an individual programme. Students will use a range of Design Illustration techniques using Photoshop and Illustrator, Photography techniques using DSLR cameras, lighting studio effects and Adobe programmes to edit their work. Students can have the option to extend their work to create Art books, installations, animations, conceptual Artworks, or digital moving images. This course is for students who enjoy using computer technology. Drawing can also be explored to develop ideas. Students are encouraged to be innovative, and explore Art making which is relevant to their own interests. You will follow a programme, but essentially create your own theme and developmental focus, and use artist role models for inspiration.

There are three internal assessments worth 14 credits and an option for students to undertake a two-panel external exam Art folio worth 12 credits. If a student is also taking the Visual Art course, they must understand they can only sit one Art exam folio, and therefore will have to choose which Art subject this will be completed in.

This course enables you to go on with further study in the Digital Visual Art courses.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: It is recommended that you have $50, plus your own loaded printing 14 internal, or 6 internal and undertaken Digital Art at Year 10. allowance. 12 external credits (if not completing the Visual Art exam).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 4 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 16 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Art Design (L2ARDE) Level 2 Art Design extends and expands on skills learned in Level 1 Art.

Art Design is about imagery that is all around us. It involves drawing and computer based learning, and leads to a career in the Art design industry. Art Design involves creating scenarios and developing image solutions. Graphic Design can be logos, posters, packaging, and more.

The programme for this course is devised by the student, in collaboration with the teacher, around a theme/subject. Students are encouraged to be innovative, and explore art making which is relevant to their own interests. Existing skills are developed and enhanced, by looking at contemporary and traditional artist role models. The 12-credit exam is created during class, and is a cumulative display of their year’s work. The course contribution covers folio exam presentation materials.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further Art study in Design.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Minimum of 14 credits from Level $35, plus your own loaded printing 4-8 internal and 12 external credits 1 Digital Art, or HOF approval allowance

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Art Design (L3ARDE) Level 3 Art Design extends and expands on skills learned in Level 2 Art Design.

Students are required to develop their own ideas and themes over the year in consultation with the teacher. Students must utilise and develop their own interests in their work. Students are encouraged to explore, research, and be influenced by established artist models, but create their own design style. Students learn further digital and hand rendered techniques. Opportunities arise each year for students to publicly exhibit their work and enter competitions. The 14-credit exam is created during class time, and is a cumulative display of their year’s work. The course contribution covers folio exam presentation materials.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further Art study in Design.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 credits in a Level 2 Art Design $40, plus your own loaded printing 4-8 internal and 14 external credits course, or HOF approval allowance

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 17 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Painting (L2ARPN) Level 2 Painting extends and expands on skills learned in Level 1 Visual Art.

Painting is about surface, risk-taking and possibilities. It can pour from the canvas, or surprise you with colour and texture. Students are required to develop ideas and themes over the year in consultation with the teacher. These are based around the students’ own interests. Students take inspiration from established artists ideas, methods and techniques. Painting can utilise drawing, collage, three dimensions, photography, computers, printing, found materials, and installation work.

Students are encouraged to be innovative, and will learn a variety of techniques including paint effects, transparency, transfer processes, and furthering their drawing, collage, printing, and layering skills. Opportunities arise each year for students to publicly exhibit their work and enter competitions. The 12-credit exam is created during class time, and is a cumulative display of their year’s work. The course contribution covers folio exam presentation materials.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further Art study in Painting.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Minimum of 14 credits from Level $65, plus your own loaded printing 4-8 internal and 12 external credits 1 Visual Art, or HOF approval allowance

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Painting (L3ARPN) Level 3 Painting extends and expands on skills learned in Level 2 Painting.

Students are encouraged to explore, research, and be influenced by established artists, but create their own painting style. Students learn further transfer techniques, oil or acrylic painting, how to utilise risk, change and chance their art, and use layering and mixed mediums. Opportunities arise each year for students to publicly exhibit their work and enter competitions. The 14-credit exam is created during class time, and is a cumulative display of their year’s work. The course contribution covers folio exam presentation materials.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further Art study.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 credits in a Level 2 Painting $70, plus your own loaded printing 4-8 internal and 14 external credits course, or HOF approval allowance

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 18 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Photography (L2ARPH) Level 2 Photography extends and expands on skills learned in Level 1 Visual Art.

Photography can utilise digital processes, collage, photoshop, installation, and projection techniques. Students are encouraged to be innovative, and will learn a variety of techniques, including furthering their aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, lighting, situation specific photography skills and digital photoshop skills.

Students are required to develop ideas and themes over the year in consultation with the teacher. These are based around the student’s own interests. Students take inspiration from established artists’ ideas, methods and techniques. Opportunities arise each year for students to publicly exhibit their work and to enter competitions The 12-credit exam is created during class time, and is a cumulative display of their year’s work.

The course contribution covers folio exam presentation materials and use of our high quality Nikon cameras and the lighting studio.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further study in Photography.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Photography (L3ARPH) Level 3 Photography extends and expands on skills learned in Level 2 Photography.

Students are required to develop their own ideas and themes over the year in consultation with the teacher. Students must utilise and develop their own interests in their artwork. Students are encouraged to explore, research, and be influenced by established photographers, but create their own photographic style.

Students learn studio lighting techniques, and situation photography, along with extending their photoshop skills. Opportunities arise each year for students to publicly exhibit their work and enter competitions. The 14-credit exam is created during class time, and is a cumulative display of their year’s work.

The course contribution covers folio exam presentation materials, and use of our high quality Nikon cameras and the lighting studio.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further photographic study.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Minimum of 14 credits from Level 2 $70, plus your own loaded printing 4-8 internal and 14 external credits Photography, or HOF approval allowance

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 19 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Wearable Arts (Costuming and Special Effects) (L1ARWE) This is a course for students who want a creative and innovative approach to designing costume garments or wearable art for the human form.

Students will start with an introduction exploring different materials, problem solving, design and pattern draping. They will then develop and research their own costume ideas, inspiration and theme and have a real client. Students learn a variety of base skills from machine sewing to wire bending. Students will take their ideas through a development and prototype phase to create a finished wearable art garment. Students will create their own stage makeup/special effects application for their garment and have everything displayed during a performance.

This course can involve a trip to see “WOW” (The World of Wearable Art Show) and Weta workshop in Wellington. This will be an extra expense. Students may also want to enter their designs in the Shakespeare Costume Design Competition and other competitions.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further study at Level 2 Wearable Arts, or in other creative industries.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $20 10-14 internal and 3 external Achievement standard credits and 3 Unit standard credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 4 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Wearable Arts (Costuming and Special Effects) (L2ARWE) This is a course for students who want to develop their creative and innovative approach to designing costume garments or wearable art for the human form.

Initial projects to explore different materials will enable you to think more creatively about designing and draping. At this level you will show further skill and complexity in making your garments. Students will develop and research their own ideas, inspiration and theme with a particular environment in mind and have a real client. Students will take their ideas through a development and prototype phase to create a finished wearable art garment. Students will create their own stage makeup/special effects application for their garment.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further study in the creative industries.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 13 credits from Level 1 Wearable $20 10-14 internal and 3 external Arts, or HOF approval Achievement standard credits and 3 Unit standard credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 20 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 Wearable Arts (Costuming and Special Effects) (L3ARWE) This is a course for students who want to advance their creative and innovative approach to designing costume garments or wearable art for the human form.

Initial projects to explore different materials will enable you to think more creatively about designing and drafting your own patterns directly from a client’s measurements. Students at this level are to produce informed selections and implement complex garments with further control and skill in their work. Students will develop and research their own ideas, inspiration and theme with a particular environment and client in mind. Students will take their ideas through a development and prototype phase to create a finished wearable art garment. Students will create their own stage makeup/special effects application for their garment.

This is an exciting course that prepares students to go on with further study in the creative industries.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 13 credits from Level 2 Wearable $20 10-16 internal and 3 external Arts, or HOF approval Achievement standard credits and 6 Unit standard credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 21 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 KAIAPOI HIGH SCHOOL

Health & Physical Education Faculty

CAREERS: Physical Education and Health Education are helpful in careers such as: Armed services, nursing, event organisation, human resources, police, fire service, P.E. teaching, primary school teaching, recreation/fitness instructing, medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, research (fitness, health & recreation), managing community sports and recreation, professional sport or coaching, sport psychology, etc.

Outdoor Education & Leadership are helpful in careers such as: Guiding, leading adventure and eco-tourism experiences and programmes, working as an outdoor education teacher/lecturer, working as an instructor at an outdoor centre, etc.

Food & Nutrition is helpful if you wish to become a nutritionist or health education/advisor or work in the areas of sports science or food marketing.

Kaiapoi High School 22 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Food & Nutrition (Taumata 1 Kai totika) (L1FDNU) Students will investigate various food-related topics including food hygiene/safety, nutritional needs of specific population groups, nutritional information on labels and food and culture, in order to develop ‘health enhancing’ attitudes, knowledge and understanding. Students will plan strategies and demonstrate skills to respond to challenging situations. Students in this course are working at Level 6 of the Health & Physical Education curriculum. It provides knowledge and practice in safe food handling strategies. It also explores the effect of promotional material on food choices in New Zealand.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Year 10 Food & Nutrition, or $100 15 internal and 4 external credits HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 14 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Food & Nutrition (Taumata 2 Kai totika) (L2FDNU) This course will develop students’ ability to evaluate information, make informed decisions and use interpersonal skills effectively. Students will evaluate school and community initiatives that promote wellbeing and develop an action plan to instigate or support these. Students will also analyse ways in which the environment and the wellbeing of an individual and community are affected by changing values, attitudes, beliefs and technological innovation. This course has used Level 7 achievement objectives of the Health and Physical Education curriculum. There is a practical component to this course that allows students to practise skills and experiment with various ingredients in order to secure a variety of safe, affordable and nutritious meals.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more credits in Level 1 Food $90 15 internal and 4 external credits & Nutrition or Level 1 English, or HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Food & Nutrition (Taumata 3 Kai totika) (L3FDNU) This course will develop students’ ability to critically analyse societal attitudes, practices and legislation to make informed decisions and to act in ways that contribute to their personal wellbeing, the wellbeing of other people, and that of society as a whole. Students will build upon their practical based skills in order to creatively, appropriately and thoroughly plan, prepare and present food for both individuals and groups in various scenarios. This course has used Level 8 achievement objectives of the Health and Physical Education curriculum.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more credits in Level 2 Food $95 16 internal and 4 external credits & Nutrition or Level 2 English, or HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 23 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Health Education (Taumata Tahi-Matauranga Hauora) (L1HEAL) This course focuses on Level 6 of the Health and Physical Education Curriculum. It will offer you the opportunity to build on your knowledge gained in Years 9 & 10 Health Education and to work towards NCEA credits. Students will have the opportunity to be assessed against Achievement Standards, which will involve four different standards.

1. Take action to enhance an aspect of wellbeing. 2. Demonstrate understanding of interpersonal skills used to enhance relationships. 3. Demonstrate understanding of strategies for promoting positive sexuality. 4. Demonstrate understanding of ways in which wellbeing can change and strategies to support wellbeing.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $25 16 internal and 4 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 20 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Health Education (Taumata Rua-Matauranga Hauora) (L2HEAL) Health Education at Level 2 builds on concepts developed in Year 11 Health. The main focus of the course is the development of health promotion within young people through the use of critical thinking and a thorough understanding of the socio-ecological perspective. This is a 19-credit Level 2 NCEA course and is a University approved subject.

CONTENT • Planning and implementing health promoting activities in and around the school • Mental health • Sexuality and gender issues • Managing changing states of health • Examining societal issues in relation to health • Personal safety in relationships with others • Enhancing total wellbeing/hauora

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 10 credits or more in Year 11 Minimal cost for workbook 15 internal and 4 external credits Health Education or Physical Education, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 24 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 Health Education (Taumata Toru-Matauranga Hauora) (L3HEAL) Health Education at Level 3 builds on concepts developed in Year 12 Health. The main focus of the course is the development of health promotion within young people through the use of critical thinking. Students will develop awareness of current topical health issues and recognize their own and others’ attitudes and values. This is a 19-credit Level 3 NCEA approved course.

CONTENT • Examining New Zealand societal health issues, e.g. child poverty • Disease in the Pacific • Contemporary and ethical dilemmas, e.g. Euthanasia and public funding for IVF • Current alternative health practices in New Zealand

SKILLS • Help young people develop life-long positive attitudes towards wellbeing of self and others. • Develop knowledge and understanding about health-related concepts. • Develop critical thinking skills. • Encourage students to take actions that will contribute to the wellbeing of themselves, others and society. • Students will be involved in self-analysis, group discussion and social action.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Satisfactory completion of Level 2 Minimal cost for workbook 14 internal and 5 external credits Health and/or approval by HOF and Literacy Level 2.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 1 Outdoor Education (Matauranga Ki Waho) (L1ODED) This course gives students the opportunity to utilize the outdoors to learn practical skills that will assist them in developing themselves personally and socially. It will also help them to become positively contributing community members. The course offers opportunities for students to gain a Literacy Achievement Standard and Unit Standards.

Students will use the bush, rivers, rock and mountains to learn skills. The main aspects of this course include: • Rock climbing • Tramping and Camping • Abseiling • Bike maintenance • Flat water kayaking • Adventure-based learning (ABL) • First Aid • Principles of ‘leave no trace’ • Orienteering •

These pursuits and topics are subject to change depending on the needs of the students, teacher expertise and environmental conditions.

The course is delivered through theory, practical sessions after school and multi-day trips. Students are given study time to catch up with work missed in other subjects after being away on trips.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $245 20 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 3 Literacy credits No N/A

Kaiapoi High School 25 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Outdoor Education (Matauranga Ki Waho) (L2ODED) This course is designed to follow on from the Level 1 Outdoor Education course and serve as a platform for Level 3 Outdoor Education entry. This course provides opportunities for adventure and challenge through a supportive group environment whilst developing an appreciation of the natural environment. This course will be delivered in the classroom, local community and further afield in areas such as the Southern Alps and the Hurunui District.

The major components/ modules of this course are: • Rock climbing • Kayaking • Bush craft, survival and tramping • Weather • Navigation

These pursuits are subject to change, depending on student needs, teacher expertise and environmental conditions. The assessment methods for this course have theory and practical components, which are based around unit standards. Students are required to attend afternoon practical sessions and multi-day trips, which prove popular with our students. Study time is allocated to students back at school to keep up-to-date with their other subjects.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Level 1 Outdoor Education, or $490 22 internal credits HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Level 3 Outdoor Education (Matauranga Ki Waho) (L3ODED) This course builds on the skills learnt in Levels 1 and 2 Outdoor Education. A significant part of this course focuses on wilderness journeys and the students can expect to be responsible for the planning and conduct of these journeys. An underlying theme throughout the course is developing a connection, and therefore responsibility, for the students’ local environment and community.

The course offers opportunities for students to gain both Achievement Standards and Unit Standards. They will use the bush, rivers, rock, mountains and ocean to learn skills. The main aspects of this course are: • White water kayaking • Snowcraft • Bushcraft • First Aid • Connections to local outdoor environments • Final journey • Leadership • Sustainability

These pursuits and topics are subject to change, depending on the needs of the students, teacher expertise and environmental conditions. The course is delivered through theory, practical sessions after school and multi-day trips. Students are given a time allowance to assist them in keeping up-to-date with their other studies after being away on trips. This course includes a minimum of eight Level 3 credits towards P.E. or Education for Sustainability University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Level 2 Outdoor Education, or $490 18 internal credits HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No No

Kaiapoi High School 26 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Outdoor Education Leadership (Matauranga Ki Waho Kaiarahi) (L2 OELS) This course offers both practical and theoretical training in leadership. Many students take this course to develop their skill set, in the hope of being school leaders, sports leaders, and to open up job opportunities. Students are introduced to how to teach, manage and lead, with theories and practice to support their learning. Students attend a five-day leadership camp at Boyle River that aims to develop individuals, both personally and socially. Students will also have leadership opportunities within school and with students from local primary schools. The course offers opportunities for students to gain both Achievement Standards and Unit Standards.

The main aspects of this course are: • Personal awareness and self-leadership RR • Social development through adventure-based learning, low and high ropes • Leadership camp • Communication styles • First Aid • Risk Management

The course is delivered through theory-based classroom work and some practicals during class. Students are given a time allowance to assist them in keeping up-to-date with their other studies after being away on trips.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1, or HOF approval $250 24 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Level 3 Outdoor Education Leadership (Matauranga Ki Waho Kaiarahi) (L3OELS) This course is a progression from Level 2 Outdoor Leadership. The course is designed to develop students’ skills in leadership and their confidence to lead. Students are encouraged to explore and develop their understanding of leadership theories, group needs, teamwork, personal responsibility and goal setting through adventure-based learning. This course is unique as it offers the students the opportunity to plan and run (with support) the school’s Year 9 camps.

Study time is allocated to students back at school to keep up-to-date with their other subjects.

This course includes three Level 3 credits towards P.E. University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 2, or HOF approval $220 23 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No No

Kaiapoi High School 27 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Physical Education & Sports Science (Tinana Whakakori) (L1PHED) The Level 1 Physical Education & Sports Science course will offer you the opportunity to experience and participate in a wide range of physical activities in a variety of contexts. You will study how the body moves and responds to physical activity, as well as be able to develop your interpersonal skills in a variety of settings. The main focus of this course is to equip you with the necessary skills to maintain and develop your personal wellbeing, both now and in the future, as well as prepare you for future academic and job opportunities.

This course covers five units of work. These are Fitness Concepts, Sports Education, Generation Z games, Self- Management strategies & 5-star Athletics. The sports used in the units include: Athletics, Korfball, Basketball, La crosse, & Xbox Kinect.

This course leads on to Level 2 and Level 3 Physical Education & Sports Science and is a prerequisite for Level 2 Physical Education & Sports Science. This course is likely to incur the expense of a Level 1 P.E. booklet and the regulation P.E. uniform (House-coloured polo shirt and blue shorts or trackpants).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $20 22 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 14 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Physical Education & Sports Science (Tinana Whakakori) (L2PHED) This theoretical and practical course provides background knowledge for all aspects of health and physical wellbeing. Within the four hours per week there is at least two hours of classroom theory covering the following topics: • Relate Biophysical principles to the learning of physical skills (Human Anatomy, Biomechanics, Motor skill learning, Sports psychology) • Examine societal influences of a sporting event/festival • Demonstrate social responsibility in physical activity • Plan a sporting event/opportunity • Learning and performing the practical skills of Volleyball

This leads to an approved course for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 10 credits from $60 19 internal credits Level 1 Physical Education & Sports Science course.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 28 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 Physical Education & Sports Science (Tinana Whakakori) (L3PHED) This course provides learning experiences that will continue to develop students knowledge of Sports Science. It will also help further their knowledge around the role of sport in society and promote an understanding of the need for a physically active and healthy lifestyle. Each module includes both theory and practical work. The following topics are covered: • Evaluating prior physical activity to devise strategies for life-long wellbeing. • Experiencing investigation and analysis of a current issue related to Physical Activity. • Sports Psychology and the way we learn skills. • Creating a training plan for a physical activity outcome. • Biomechanical analysis.

This course includes four reading credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 8 or more credits from Level 2 $105 19 internal credits Physical Education & Sports Science course, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 3 Sport Coaching (Takaro Kaiwhakaako) (L3PRSC) This course aims to provide participants with the leadership training appropriate for the role of a coach of a sports team.

Assessment is co-constructed with students at the beginning of the year. The course covers coaching skills and tactics, communication, planning and implementing a sports practice, First Aid, planning and implementation of a physical activity event - KHS swimming sports.

Students are required to coach a winter sports team at primary or secondary level.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: HOF approval $30 18 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No No

Kaiapoi High School 29 Subject Selection Booklet 2020

KAIAPOI HIGH SCHOOL

English Faculty

CAREERS: English is a foundational skill, which is of value in any future career. This is particularly true in people-related jobs such as; social work, health care, journalism, media, education etc.

English is also useful in support of many other subject areas, and is a prerequisite for a number of courses, both in school and beyond.

Level 1 Literacy (L1LITS) This course is focussed on achieving the three Literacy Unit Standards available at Level 1. To gain Level 1 NCEA every student must achieve 10 Literacy credits. Unit Standard 26625: Actively participate in spoken interactions, 3 credits. Unit Standard 26622: Write to communicate ideas for a purpose and audience, 4 credits. Unit standard 26624: Read text with understanding, 3 credits. These credits are obtained by gathering evidence from students and their work across classes and from work completed in the Literacy class.

The aim of this class is to provide opportunities for those students who find assessment by Achievement Standards difficult. This class would be a substitute for the compulsory English course required at Level 1. Students are able to gain other credits during the year as they work towards their Literacy credits.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Entry via recommendation of Nil 18 credits, including the HOF/SLT only. 10 Literacy Unit Standard credits.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 10 Literacy credits No N/A

Kaiapoi High School 30 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 English (L1ENGL) Level 1 English covers a range of learning activities. Students will explore language and think critically about language and literature. Tasks include reading, writing, speaking, viewing, research and connecting ideas.

Three internal and two external Achievement Standards are offered in this course. This allows students ample opportunity to gain credits.

Learning will be assessed in class time and for homework, as well as in the examination in November.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Nil 10 internal and 8 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 18 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 1 English Literature (L1ENLT) Level 1 English Literature is an English course aimed specifically at students who enjoy engaging with literature and would like the opportunity to explore this further. Students will read literature in a range of forms and styles, including Shakespeare, and write in different genres. The course covers a range of learning activities. Students will explore language and think critically about language and literature. Tasks include reading, writing, speaking, viewing, research and connecting ideas.

Three internal and two external Achievement Standards are offered in this course, with the option of an additional internal standard. This allows students ample opportunity to gain credits.

Learning will be assessed in class time and for homework, as well as the examination in November.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Nil 10 or 14 internal and 8 external credits. Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 18 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 31 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 English – Classic to Contemporary (L2ENCC) Level 2 English - Classic to Contemporary, covers a range of text types and learning activities. The course requires students to write in a range of styles, to explore language and think critically about a range of texts, including film. Students will also complete a research project, write in a range of styles, and complete reading and viewing assessments.

Two internal and two external Achievement Standards are offered in this course, with the option of an additional internal standard.

This course provides the opportunity to meet the Literacy requirements for University Entrance as it includes 8 reading credits (with 4 optional reading credits) and 14 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 13 credits from Level 1 English, Nil 10 (or 14) internal and 8 external including at least one external credits. standard, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 2 English – Oral & Visual (L2ENOV) Level 2 English – Oral & Visual covers a range of learning activities, offering students the opportunity to build their language and critical thinking skills, with a heavier focus on visual and oral texts.

Assessments are taken at a slower pace than in the Classic to Contemporary course. Students have some opportunity to tailor their own assessment programmes, including the mode of assessment in some cases (written, oral or visual). However, this is still an academic course.

All assessments are internal, therefore there is no external examination. However, students have the opportunity to opt into an external examination. Level 2 credits are offered in this course and students will still have the opportunity to gain some of their Level 2 Literacy requirements.

This course provides some opportunity to meet the literacy requirements for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Level 1 Literacy and a minimum of Nil Up to 17 internal credits - students 10 credits from Level 1 English. have the opportunity to include 4 external credits if they choose.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Kaiapoi High School 32 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 English – Classic to Contemporary (L3ENCC) Level 3 English - Classic to Contemporary requires students to explore language and think critically about a range of texts, including film. Students will write in a range of styles, complete reading and viewing assessments, and critically evaluate literature.

Three internal and two external Achievement Standards are offered in this course. Learning is assessed throughout the year, during class time and for homework, as well as in the examination in November.

This course provides the opportunity to meet the Literacy requirements for University Entrance as it includes up to 8 reading credits and 14 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

This course meets the literacy requirements for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Level 2 Literacy and a minimum Nil 13 internal and 8 external credits of 13 credits from Level 2 English, including at least one external standard, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 3 English – Oral & Visual (L3ENOV) Level 3 English – Oral & Visual requires students to explore language and think critically about a range of texts, with a heavier focus on visual and oral texts.

Three internal and one external Achievement Standards are offered in this course. Learning is assessed throughout the year, during class time and for homework, as well as in the examination in November.

This course includes four reading and four writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy. An additional six writing credits may be offered at the discretion of the teacher, if students have the level of literacy required.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Level 2 Literacy and a minimum Nil 10 internal and 4 external credits of 10 credits from Level 2 English, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 33 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 English Language (L1ESOL) Level 1 English Language (formerly English for Speakers of Other Languages) is taken on the basis of staff recommendation following assessment for proficiency in the English language. There are three levels of EL at KHS and students entering the programme will be assigned to the appropriate level. The programme consists of units of basic English, English for Academic Purposes, study for international qualifications in EL, and study support for NCEA and other qualifications.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Recommendation of EL Teacher. Nil 18 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Nil No N/A

Level 2 English Language (L2ESOL) Level 2 English Language (formerly English for Speakers of Other Languages) is taken on the basis of staff recommendation following assessment for proficiency in the English language. There are three levels of EL at KHS and students entering the programme will be assigned to the appropriate level. The programme consists of units of basic English, English for Academic Purposes, study for international qualifications in EL, and study support for NCEA.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Recommendation of EL Teacher. Nil 18 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Level 3 English Language (L3ESOL) Level 3 English Language (formerly English for Speakers of Other Languages) is taken on the basis of staff recommendation following assessment for proficiency in the English language. There are three levels of EL at KHS and students entering the programme will be assigned to the appropriate level. The programme consists of units of basic English, English for Academic Purposes, study for international qualifications in EL, and study support for NCEA.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Recommendation by EL Teacher. Nil 18 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

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Mathematics Faculty

MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS FACULTY COURSES 2020

Junior Mathematics NCEA LEVEL 1 NCEA LEVEL 2 NCEA LEVEL 3 Year 9 and Year 10 focusing

on Levels 3, 4 and 5 of the NZ NOTE: Year 10 class v Need at least ★ Need at least 14 L2 credits Mathematics Curriculum teacher and Maths HOF 14 L2 credits including 91267 (Probability) indicate an appropriate course according to achievement in Years 9/10. Level 2 Level 3 At the end of Year 10, Need at least 12 Mathematics Mathematics working mostly below Level 1 L1 Achievement with ★ with Level 5 of the Curriculum Numeracy Standard credits Applications Applications ★ v

Level 2 ★ Level 3 14 L1 Mathematics Mathematics with Statistics with Statistics Need at least Achievement Standard (incl Chance &) v

credits Data external Level 2 v Level 3 At the end of Year 10, Level 1 Need at least 14 Need at least working mostly at Level 5 of Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics L1 credits PLUS 14 L2 credits the Curriculum or above with Calculus with Calculus a merit or including 91261 excellence in (Algebra)and/or Algebra 91027 91262 (Calculus)

Prerequisites indicate the skills required for future success. If in doubt, consult with the HOF Mathematics and Statistics. Entry into senior courses is subject to HOF approval.

CAREERS: An understanding of Mathematics is important in business, commerce and industry. Most employers regard Mathematics as an essential skill for employees to have. In tertiary education, Mathematics is a prerequisite of entry to most of the courses being offered. The following courses provide for the development of these essential skills in preparing students for their future beyond school.

Kaiapoi High School 35 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 1 Mathematics (L1MATH) This course is designed to meet the needs of students who are working at or above Curriculum Level 5 at the end of Year 10. Students have the opportunity to gain a number of credits towards Level 1 NCEA from a selection of internal and external achievement standards. Level 1 Mathematics prepares students for Level 2 Mathematics courses, and other subjects that require good mathematical skills. It is widely recognised that a good grasp of Mathematics is necessary to cope in our rapidly changing world and many careers require students to have gained success in the Achievement Standards on offer in this course. 10 Numeracy credits are required to be awarded NCEA Level 1 and University Entrance. A scientific calculator is essential, a graphics calculator an advantage (refer stationery list for details).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Recommendation of Year 10 Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 14 internal and up to 12 Mathematics Teacher, or HOF differ depending on students’ needs). external Achievement Standard approval. Education Perfect, an additional credits. online learning tool, $30 (optional).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Up to 19 Numeracy credits, Yes N/A including 4 Literacy credits.

Level 1 Numeracy (L1NUMR) This course is designed to meet the needs of students who are working below Curriculum Level 5 at the end of Year 10. Students will develop understandings and skills in the three curriculum areas of number, measurement, and statistics at levels appropriate to their needs. Students will be given opportunities to gain the numeracy requirements for NCEA Level 1. They will be able to gain credits towards both the National Certificate of Mathematics and Level 1 NCEA by attempting internal Level 1 Achievement Standards, or Numeracy Unit Standards. A scientific calculator is essential (refer stationery list for details).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Recommendation of Year 10 Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 10 Unit Standard credits or Mathematics Teacher, or HOF differ depending on students’ needs). up to 14 internal Achievement approval. Education Perfect, an additional Standard credits. online learning tool, $30 (optional).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Up to 14 Numeracy credits, No N/A including 4 Literacy credits.

An option for 2020 Levels 1, 2 & 3 Mathematics Courses:

Additional course work from Education Perfect can be purchased at $30. This allows access to Calculus and Statistics resources.

Kaiapoi High School 36 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Mathematics with Calculus (L2MATC) This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have achieved at least 14 Achievement Standard credits from Level 1 Mathematics Achievement Standards, including a Merit or Excellence in Algebra 90127. It extends work done in Level 1 Mathematics in topics such as algebra and geometry, but also introduces calculus for the first time. It aims to prepare pupils for the study of Mathematics with Calculus at NCEA Level 3 and equip them with the skills to tackle a wider variety of problems in a number of subject areas. A graphics calculator is essential (refer stationery list for details).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: At least 14 credits from Level 1 Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 11 internal and 9 external Mathematics Achievement differ depending on students’ needs). Achievement Standard credits. Standards, including at least a Education Perfect, an additional Merit for Algebra 90127, or HOF online learning tool, $30 (optional). approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 2 Mathematics with Statistics (L2MATS) This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have achieved at least 14 Achievement Standard credits (including the Chance & Data external) from the Level 1 Mathematics course. It extends work done in Level 1 Mathematics in topics such as number, algebra, measurement, geometry and has a special focus on statistics and probability. It aims to prepare pupils for the study of Mathematics with Statistics at NCEA Level 3 and equip them with the skills to tackle a wider variety of problems in a number of subject areas. A graphics calculator is essential (refer stationery list for details).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: At least 14 Level 1 Mathematics Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 13 internal and 4 external Achievement Standard credits differ depending on students’ needs). Achievement Standard credits. (including Chance & Data external) Education Perfect, an additional or HOF approval. online learning tool, $30 (optional).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 2 Mathematics with Applications (L2MAPP) This course is designed to meet the needs of students who have gained 12 or more Level 1 Achievement Standard credits. Each student will be on an individualized programme and be able to gain credits towards Level 2 NCEA. A scientific calculator is essential (refer stationery list for details).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: At least 12 Level 1 Mathematics Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 14 internal Level 2 Achievement Standard credits, differ depending on students’ needs). Achievement Standard credits. or HOF approval. Education Perfect, an additional online learning tool, $30 (optional).

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Kaiapoi High School 37 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus (L3MATC) This course further develops calculus and its applications, together with algebra, trigonometry and geometry. Pupils continuing on to University should note that Stage 1 Mathematics papers assume students have reached a competency level in Mathematics with Calculus. Any pupil considering majoring in any of the subjects Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Economics or Management Science at University or who will need Mathematics as part of a Chemistry or Computer Science course are recommended to take Mathematics with Calculus. A graphics calculator is essential (refer stationery list for details).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: At least 14 Level 2 Mathematics Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 13 internal and 17 external credits, including 91261 (Algebra) differ depending on students’ needs). Achievement Standard credits. and/or 91262 (Calculus), or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics (L3MATS) This course provides a sound basis in Statistical theory. Content consists of probability theory, data analysis and organisation, probability distributions, time series and statistical estimation, computational methods and mathematical modelling. Calculators and computers are used extensively. Statistics is a recommended subject for a wide range of Arts and Science courses at tertiary level. A graphics calculator is essential (refer stationery list for details).

NOTE: Pupils may do one or both of Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus and Level 3 Statistics and Mathematical Modeling. Those planning on doing any Mathematics, Science, Operations Research, or Economics at University are encouraged to take both. There is now an extra advantage to taking both courses. If all offered credits are achieved in both courses then three courses can be gained, 14 credits for Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus, 14 credits for Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics and 14 credits for Level 3 Mathematics.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: At least 14 Level 2 Mathematics Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 10 internal and 8 external credits, including 91269 (Systems differ depending on students’ needs). Achievement Standard credits. of Equations) and/or 91267 (Probability), or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Kaiapoi High School 38 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 3 Mathematics with Applications (L3MAPP)

This course is based on level 8 of the New Zealand curriculum. The course is made up of five internal achievement standards, accumulating up to 18 credits. Endorsement is not available unless students enter an optional external, and gain 14 credits in both the internal and external assessments. The standards offered may be altered during the year to suit learning needs. Assessments opportunities may change to student strengths.

This course cannot be taken with any other Level 3 Mathematics course, e.g. L3 Calculus or L3 Statistics.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: At least 12 Level 2 Mathematics Workbooks approx. $7 each (numbers Up to 17 internal and 4 external credits, or HOF approval. differ depending on students’ needs). Achievement Standard credits.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Science Faculty

SCIENCE FACULTY COURSES 2020

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 General Biology Biology Science Chemistry Chemistry Physics Physics

CAREERS: At Year 11 the Science courses offered set the foundation for the specialist courses offered in Years 12 and 13 (Biology, Chemistry and Physics). It is important to check which course links through to courses in the senior school.

Biology is useful in careers such as nursing, physiotherapy, farm management, dentistry, horticulture, medicine, etc. Chemistry is helpful if you wish to become a pharmacist, agricultural scientist, dietician, physiotherapist, forester, food technologist, etc. Physics is helpful in careers such as optometry, engineering, physiotherapy, geology, surveying, etc.

Level 1 General Science (L1SCIE) Science is about people exploring and investigating their biological, chemical, physical and technological worlds and making sense of them in logical and creative ways. This course will enable students to get a good grounding for the study of Science subjects at Level 2 & Level 3 (Physics, Chemistry and Biology). Topics include Genetics, Health and Disease, Physics, Electricity and Chemistry. Within each topic opportunities exist to build the skills of Information Gathering, Processing & Interpreting and Reporting.

There are write-on booklets, which cover work for the external exams, which can be purchased for approximately $30 for the set of two. These booklets can be purchased once classes are finalised.

This course leads to Level 2 Chemistry, Physics and Biology. Note: Specific prerequisites are listed on the following pages.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Write-on booklets approx. $30 12 internal and 8 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 4 Literacy and 8 Numeracy Yes N/A credits.

Kaiapoi High School 40 Subject Selection Booklet 2020 Level 2 Biology (L2BIOL) The traditional view of Biology is that it studies the structure of plants and animals through observation of individual organisms and dissections. However, modern Biology is also concerned with: a) Ecology – the relationship of organisms to the things around them b) Behaviour of these organisms c) Genetics and Evolution d) Cell Biology including microscope assessment and some introductory Biochemistry.

The course includes experiments and there is at least one field trip per year. The field trips and the write-on workbook are likely to incur some expenses. The workbook covers each of the topics taught and gives good practice questions for the Achievement Standards. This will be on the stationery list.

Any student taking two or more courses that require significant time away from school (such as ODED, OELS or Gateway) may find it difficult to cope with the demands of this course. In this case entry will be subject to an interview with the HOF Science.

This course provides the opportunity to gain 22 credits towards NCEA Level 2 and leads on to Level 3 Biology. This leads to an approved course for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more Level 1 Science credits, Cost of field trips. 11 internal and 8 external credits including at least one external AND Write-on workbook approx. $25 a merit in the Microbes assessment, or HOF/TIC approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Biology (L3BIOL) Biology is helpful for many careers including medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, forestry, horticulture, agriculture, nursing, food technology and nutrition science. This course will cover:

• How animals and plants respond to changes in their environment. • Investigating a biological issue that affects New Zealand society. • Evidence of biological and cultural changes to humans over time. • How humans maintain constant internal conditions such as body temperature. • A practical investigation on how plants are affected by changes to their environment.

The field trip and the write-on workbook are likely to incur some expenses. The workbook covers each of the topics taught and gives good practice questions for the Achievement Standards. This will be on the stationery list.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more credits in L2 Biology, Cost of field trip. 10 internal and 9 external credits including at least one Level 2 Write-on workbook approx. $25 external, or HOF/TIC approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 2 Chemistry (L2CHEM) Chemistry is the study of matter; what substances are made of and how they react with each other. It is a body of knowledge and also an activity. Chemistry is what Chemists do. In deciding whether to take Chemistry or not the question you should ask is not "What jobs could I do if I take Chemistry?" but "What jobs would I not be able to do if I don't take Chemistry?" Some career areas that require Chemistry are Nursing, Forestry, Engineering, Food Science, Horticulture, Medicine, Technicians, and Agriculture. This course is the first serious study of Chemistry. Examples of the topics covered are: • inorganic and organic substances and their reactions • atomic structure and bonding analysis - ways of finding what is present and how much is present, types of reactions, properties of reactions; how fast, energy changes, completeness of reactions.

There is likely to be some expense involved in the purchase of a write-on workbook, which covers the topics taught. This will be on the stationery list.

This course provides the opportunity to gain 19 credits towards NCEA Level 2 and leads on to Level 3 Chemistry. This leads to an approved course for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 Level 1 Science credits, Write-on workbook approx. $40 10 internal and 9 external credits including AS 90944 Acids & Bases Optional – Education Perfect, and AS 90930 Rates of Reaction, additional online learning tool, or HOF/TIC approval. approx. $30

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Chemistry (L3CHEM) This course builds on Level 2 work to the extent that it is difficult to make good progress at Level 3 if you have not taken Level 2 Chemistry. Topics of Level 2 are extended with an emphasis on energy changes, aqueous (water) solution chemistry, types of reactions, atomic structure and bonding, organic and inorganic substances.

There is likely to be some expense involved in the purchase of a write-on workbook, which covers the topics taught. This will be on the stationery list.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more credits in Level 2 Write-on workbook approx. $40 10 internal and 10 external credits Chemistry, including Chemistry Optional – Education Perfect, 2.4 Bonding, Structure, Properties additional online learning tool, & Energy Changes AS 91164, approx. $30 or HOF/TIC approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 2 Physics (L2PHYS) Level 2 Physics is aimed at helping learners understand the physical world in which we live and have a context for the technologies that we use in daily life.

Topics include: Atomic and Nuclear Physics - model of the atom, radioactivity, balancing nuclear equations, E=mc² Electricity and Electromagnetism - direct current electricity, static electricity, magnetic fields and electromagnetic induction Mechanics - Newton’s Laws of Motion, force, motion, momentum and energy Physics relevant to a selected context.

NCEA Level 2 (12 external + 6 internal = 18 credits)* *Selected high performing students intending to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers may be invited to study the L3 Assessment Standard 91523 Waves (4 external credits) in advance of commencing Year 13.

There are some additional expenses involved, including field-trip costs and transport (e.g. to the University of Canterbury Physics Laboratory and Rutherford’s Den).

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more Level 1 Science credits, Course Manual approx. $40 6 internal and 12 external credits including Electricity internal and Acids & Bases external, or HOF/TIC approval. Also need to have passed Algebra internal 91027 at merit or higher and opted into the MCAT exam.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 3 Physics (L3PHYS) Level 3 Physics is aimed at providing learners with an understanding of how systems in Physics relates to modern applied sciences, and preparation for tertiary STEM studies.

Topics include: Modern Physics - nuclear binding energy, the photoelectric effect, antimatter, relativity and time distortion Waves - the Doppler effect, resonance in pipes and strings, beats and spectrum angles Electricity and Electromagnetism - capacitors and inductors, the transformer, AC/DC Mechanics - momentum, circular motion, gravitation, simple harmonic motion Physics relevant to a selected context

NCEA Level 3 (16 external + 6 internal = 22 credits)

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more credits from Level 2 Course Manual approx. $45 6 internal and 16 external credits Physics, including at least one external, or HOF/TIC approval. Also need to have passed Mechanics 91171.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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KAIAPOI HIGH SCHOOL

Social Sciences Faculty

SOCIAL SCIENCES FACULTY - COURSE PROGRESSION 2020

L1 L2 L3 Soc. Stud. Soc. Stud. Soc. Stud.

L1 L2 L3 History History History

L1 L2 L3 Class.Stud. Class.Stud. Class.Stud.

L1 L2 L3 Geography Geography Geography

Y10 Y9 Soc. Stud. Soc. Stud. L2 L3 Tourism Y10 Tourism Bus. Stud.

L1 L2 L3 Bus. Stud. Bus. Stud. Bus. Stud.

L2 L3 Accounting Accounting

L2 L3 Economics Economics

L2 L3 Legal Stud. Legal Stud.

CAREERS: The Social Sciences offer a wide variety of career options. Business Studies, Economics and Accounting are courses that can lead on to careers such as business management, journalism, politics, banking, valuation, accountancy, law, etc. Geography is a course that is helpful in careers such as a town planner, meteorologist, geo-scientist, surveyor, parks ranger, pilot, conservator, resource manager, teacher, forester, etc. History and Classical Studies are helpful in careers such as a journalist, lawyer, teacher, museum curator, archaeologist, archivist, writer, librarian, tour guide, travel agent, etc. Legal Studies is helpful for careers such as a police officer, corrections officer, lawyer, legal clerk, etc. Social Studies is a general course that helps with many of the above careers. Te Reo Māori can be useful in the following careers: teaching Te Reo Māori, tourism, foreign affairs, translating, etc.

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Level 1 Business Studies (L1BUSS) Business Studies is all about how businesses interact with customers and government, as well as how to record monetary dealings. The course is designed as an introductory course, which can then lead on to Level 2 Accounting, Business Studies, Economics or Legal Studies as specialised areas.

Business Studies focuses on features of a small business (up to 20 employees) and how it makes the best decisions to achieve its goals within the constraints of the market, government and personal beliefs. It also looks at entrepreneurship and innovation as a contribution to business practice. This course combines theory and practice.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Nil 12 internal and 8 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 12 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Business Studies (L2BUSS) This course will introduce students to entrepreneurship and will develop their knowledge and skill in running a business and in financial management. The course enables students to gain an appreciation of the issues that challenge businesses and will give students an opportunity to explore the enterprise culture and to gain knowledge and understanding of good business practice. The development of problem solving, decision-making, communication and co-operation skills are a main focus of this course.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1 including a minimum Nil 15 internal and 4 external credits of 10 credits from Level 1 English, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Business Studies (L3BUSS) Business Studies at this level deals with the interactions and complexities of a global business. Students will develop an understanding of the issues this type of business may face, the ideas of sustainability, and innovation. Students planning on working in a business at a management level are encouraged to take this course, as well as anyone interested in the commercial world as a whole. Working as part of a team is a large component of this course, so regular attendance is vital. This course aligns with the Young Enterprise Scheme.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 2 with at least 4 Nil 15 internal and 4 external credits credits from Level 2 English, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 2 Accounting (L2ACCO) At this level students will look at the Accounting System from the point of view of small business and develop a method of collecting information from everyday business activities and recording it in such a way that is useful. When the recording process is complete, students will present the information in a form that is easily understood by those that need it, whether it be the owners of the business or any other interested party. This course is aimed at providing skills in accounting that can be applied to a large number of personal and business activities.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 5 credits from Level 1 Accounting Nil 12 internal and 5 external credits Achievement Standards, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Accounting (L3ACCO) The Year 13 course assumes previous knowledge. It builds on existing skills in accounting by applying these within the context of companies and partnerships. Students will report, analyse and interpret information for partnerships, manufacturing businesses and companies. This is an important course as Accounting NCEA Level 3 prepares students for tertiary study in Commerce.

AS91407 gains UE Reading and UE Writing credits.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 5 credits from Level 2 Accounting Nil 16-20 credits Achievement Standards, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 2 Economics (L2ECON) At this level students will study the issues that result from the market that operates in New Zealand today. They will explore some of the major aspects of our modern economy, such as employment, trade, economic growth, inflation and inequality. Students will be able to define, measure and understand the causes and identify the effects of these issues. From this, they will look at some of the possible policies that a government may implement to address these issues.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 60 credits at Nil 18-22 credits Level 1, or TIC approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

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Level 3 Economics (L3ECON) This course is designed as an introduction to some key theoretical ideas in economics. It looks at the individual and their behaviour, production decisions, business, government and the international situation. The approach taken is to indicate these ideas through the use of graphical analysis and discussion. Economics is an academic subject and complements a number of other disciplines.

This course leads on to tertiary study and is an approved course for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 60 credits at Nil 18-24 credits Level 2, or TIC approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

Level 1 Social Studies (L1SOST) We now live in a globalised world where it is very easy to communicate and interact with people from all different walks of life. There are many benefits to this increasing globalisation, however there are also challenges. In Social Studies, we will develop an understanding of the way that people of different backgrounds and understandings interact with each other in the world around them and how these interactions can shape the world that we live in.

Level 1 Social Studies follows the theme of Human Rights - Understanding people's rights, and how these can be seen in the real world. We will be looking at situations where people's rights have been taken away, as well as actions people are taking to protect human rights.

Possible topics for assessments and research can include: Impacts of social networking, the global refugee crisis, child poverty, or other issues related to human rights, environmental issues, North Korean conflict, or any other global issues.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Cost of potential field trips (local) 16-20 credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 16 Literacy credits Yes N/A

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Level 2 Social Studies (L2SOST) We now live in a globalised world where it is very easy to communicate and interact with people from all different walks of life. There are many benefits to this increasing globalisation, however there are also challenges. In Social Studies, we will develop an understanding of the way that people of different backgrounds and understandings interact with each other in the world around them and how these interactions can shape the world that we live in.

Level 2 Social Studies follows the theme of Rights and Responsibilities - Understanding people's rights and the responsibility that we have to protect these.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1 Literacy Cost of potential field trips (local) 16-20 credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Social Studies (L3SOST) We now live in a globalised world where it is very easy to communicate and interact with people from all different walks of life. There are many benefits to this increasing globalisation, however there are also challenges. In Social Studies, we will develop an understanding of the way that people of different backgrounds and understandings interact with each other in the world around them and how these interactions can shape the world that we live in.

Level 3 Social Studies follows the theme of Policy and Ideology - How policy (laws, national policy, school/business policy) and ideologies (the ways that different people think about and see the world) affect the ways that we live and interact with each other.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 2 Cost of potential field trips (local) 16-20 credits 14 credits or more in at least one literacy rich subject.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 1 Classical Studies (L1CLST) This course is an introduction to Classical Studies. In Classical Studies you will learn about the ancient world of Greece and Rome. This course is for students who enjoy learning about history, art, literature and society. This is studied through the eyes of the ancient Greeks and Romans. In this course we will cover topics such as: Greek Mythology (The Olympians), Ancient Life (dinner parties, theatre, etc.), Greek Art and Architecture with a focus on Athens and Important ancient figures and leaders (e.g. Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, Spartacus).

This course requires the ability to read and write well. It leads on to Levels 2 & 3 Classical Studies, the latter being a U.E. approved subject.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Nil 12 internal and 8 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 20 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Classical Studies (L2CLST) This course combines the study of ancient history, literature, art, architecture and drama through the eyes of the Greeks and Romans. This year will include topics such as Greek Mythology and History, Pompeian Art and Architecture, Greek Literature (with a focus on Homer’s Odyssey), Roman Social Life (with a focus on gladiatorial combats) and Roman History (with a focus on the Roman Emperor, Commodus). This course requires the ability to read and write well, and students should be also taking an English or History Achievement Standards course.

This course leads into Level 3 Classical Studies, which is a U.E. approved subject. This course includes 18 reading credits and 8 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 or more credits in Level 1 Nil 10 internal and 8 external credits English, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Classical Studies (L3CLST) Classical Studies is the study of life in ancient Greece and ancient Rome. We look at ancient mythology, literature, art, religion, social life and philosophy in this course. It is possible to pick up this subject without having done Level 2 Classics. Topics covered would include Roman Art and Architecture, Virgil’s “The Aeneid” and Alexander the Great. We also do an in-depth study into how the ancient world has influenced the modern world. For students who like to push themselves, the Classical Studies Scholarship tutorials will commence at the beginning of Term 2.

This course includes 20 reading credits and 8 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 credits in Level 2 Classical $15 for a workbook 12 internal and 8 external credits Studies, English, History or Media Studies, or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 1 Geography (L1GEOG) Geography focuses on the relationship between people and the environment.

What is covered: - Geographic Issues - Geographic Research - Recreation and its Environmental Impacts - Global Geographic Issues - Extreme Natural Events (Earthquakes) - Geographic Skills

Field Trips: - Day trip along the course of the Ashley River (Ashley Gorge to Waikuku) - Three day trip to to Hanmer Springs and Kaikoura - Canterbury Earthquakes day trip to Lyttelton CBD, Red Zone and Gondola.

This is a practical, real-life course, which can lead on to Levels 2 and 3 Geography and Tourism. It is also a subject that opens further careers beyond school as well as university study. The field trips are likely to incur expenses, to be advised during the year.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Cost of field trips approx. $180 15 internal and 4 external credits (4 more external credits optional)

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 17 Literacy and 8 Numeracy Yes N/A credits

Level 2 Geography (L2GEOG) This course expands on Level 1 Geography, but remains open to those wishing to pick it up in Level 2.

What is covered: - Natural Landscapes – South Island High Country - Cultural Landscapes – Urban studies, including local and overseas examples - Current New Zealand and overseas issues

Field Trip: Three day trip to Mt Cook National Park, staying two nights at Glentanner Lodge.

This course leads on to Level 3 Geography and Tourism. It also leads to careers beyond school and future tertiary study. This course includes 4 reading credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1, or HOF approval Cost of field trip approx. $200 14 internal and 8 external credits (4 more external credits optional)

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

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Level 3 Geography (L3GEOG) Level 3 Geography is a course that offers a variety of both human and physical fields of Geographic study. There is a mix of five internally assessed topics and three externally assessed topics. The course offers the opportunity for students to visit locations, such as Motunau and Waikuku, as part of their study. For those looking towards university study, Geography is an excellent choice as it provides much of the literacy component.

Internal topics – Research, Global Patterns (Tourism), Contemporary Geographic Issues, Planning, Decision- making and Event Analysis.

External topics – Tourism Development in New Zealand and overseas, Advanced Geographic Skills and ideas (optional).

Field trip – North Canterbury Coastal Processes.

This course includes 8 reading and writing credits and 6 reading credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 2, or HOF approval Cost of field trip approx. $25 14 internal and 8 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 2 Tourism (L2TOUR) This course is designed for those students who are interested in having a career in the Tourism Industry. The course is linked in to real-life employment situations, ranging from the shop floor to management. Tourism Level 2 leads to Tourism Level 3 and a range of employment and study options in New Zealand’s biggest industry. The course is Unit Standards based and offers a chance to sit industry-based qualifications that also count for NCEA Level 2.

What is covered: • New Zealand Destinations • Global Destinations • The Tourism Industry • The Service Industry • Travel Options • Tourism Support

There may be field trips to local attractions / tourist destinations. These are likely to incur expenses, to be advised during the year.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1, or HOF approval Cost of possible field trips A minimum of 20 internal credits approx. $50

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Level 3 Tourism (L3TOUR) This course is Unit Standards based and offers a variety of options. It offers a chance to sit industry-based qualifications that also count for NCEA Levels 2 and 3. As well as counting for NCEA, this course also gives students the chance to gain the National Certificate in Tourism, which is a qualification on its own.

What is covered: • New Zealand Destinations • Global Destinations • The Tourism Industry • The Service Industry • Travel Options • Tourism Support

There may be field trips to local attractions / tourist destinations. These are likely to incur expenses, to be advised during the year.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 2, or HOF approval Cost of possible field trips A minimum of 18 internal credits approx. $50

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No No

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Level 1 History (L1HIST) History is the branch of knowledge that deals with past events, especially human affairs. An understanding of the past helps us to comprehend the world we live in today and to avoid mistakes in the future. Our history gives us identity as people. Studying History helps us to become discerning thinkers.

A wide range of resource materials are used at Level 1 History and skills are developed in many areas. There is a full-day field trip to Lyttelton that includes a cemetery visit.

Topics for study include the origins of World War II and the 1960s. This course leads on to Level 2 History.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Cost of field trip $10-$20 12 internal and 8 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy credits Is subject endorsement Is this a university-approved for this course: possible for this course? subject? 20 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 History (L2HIST) Level 2 History helps us to understand how the past affects today’s world. The skills developed are very transferable and flow into many career options. Topics for study include the American Revolution, the Search for Security in the Nuclear Age and the Vietnam War. This course leads on to Level 3 History.

This course includes 23 reading credits and 9 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy. This leads to an approved course for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 12 credits from Level 1 History (with at least Nil 14 internal and 9 external credits 4 of these from an external), or 12 credits from Level 1 English (with at least 4 of these from an external), or HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy credits Is subject endorsement Is this a university-approved for this course: possible for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 History (L3HIST) At this advanced level of History the skills of independent historical research, communication, analysis, evaluation and essay writing are developed. Level 3 History helps students to cope with the demands of tertiary study and the skills practised are necessary in a wide variety of careers. The course includes a focus on English history, including the Middle Ages and the events that led up to the execution of Charles I. There is also a full- day field trip to Akaroa.

This course includes 20 reading credits and 10 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 12 credits from Level 1 History (with at least Cost of field trip $20-$30 10 internal and 10 external credits 4 of these from an external), or 12 credits from Level 2 History (with at least 4 of these from an external), or HOF approval

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement Is this a university-approved credits for this course: possible for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 2 Legal Studies (L2LEGS) Level 2 Legal Studies enables students to: • understand the need for laws and recognise the constant pressure of law in their lives and an understanding of its role in society. • relate and apply knowledge of the law to their own lives. • examine the relationships between law and the values and goals of society. • develop a knowledge of some of their rights and obligations under the criminal and civil law. • describe the need for law to accommodate differing viewpoints.

These students will hopefully be able to visit a prison facility, a courthouse and a police station as part of their course. This is likely to incur a small expense.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1 Cost of field trip 18 internal and 3 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Legal Studies (L3LEGS) Level 3 Legal Studies enables students to: • gain an informed respect for the law that enables them to operate as confident and responsible citizens in a diverse society. • sharpen their capacity to evaluate the concepts, principles, systems and processes of the New Zealand Legal System; the history of law; and the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi.

This course will develop opinion, debate and political consciousness.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 2 Nil 16 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes No

Levels 2 and 3 Tikanga Māori (L2TIKM) This is a course for those students wishing to develop a greater understanding of the trials and tribulations of the indigenous people of New Zealand. The course covers a wide range of topics from Traditional Māori Society to Colonial New Zealand. There is also an introductory kapahaka component to this course for those wanting to develop specific skill sets and a chance for those adept kapahaka students to help tutor primary school kapahaka groups. There may be a marae noho during the year.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $40 A minimum of 18 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

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Level 1 Te Reo Māori (L1TERE) Level 1 Te Reo Māori is an all-encompassing course expanding on Te Reo Māori - Whakarongo, Pānui, Mātakitaki, Kōrero, Tuhituhi and Whakaatu me ona tikanga, with emphasis on the four components of Whakarongo, Kōrero, Pānui and Tuhituhi.

This course includes 6 reading credits and 12 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy. This course meets the literacy requirements for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $20 18 internal and 12 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 30 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Te Reo Māori (L2TERE) The Level 2 course objectives are to extend the students, so they are able to achieve social competence in the key skills of Whakarongo, Pānui, Mātakitaki, Kōrero, Tuhituhi and Whakaatu. Tikanga will be integrated into all components of this Te Reo course. Students will be internally assessed on Whakarongo, Kōrero and Hangatuhinga. Pānui and Tuhituhi will be externally assessed.

This course includes 6 reading credits and 12 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy. This course meets the literacy requirements for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 12 credits from Level 1 Te Reo, $20 14 internal and 12 external credits or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Te Reo Māori (L3TERE) The Level 3 course objectives are to further extend the students, so they are capable of achieving personal independence in the key skills of Whakarongo, Pānui, Mātakitaki, Kōrero, Tuhituhi and Whakaatu. Tikanga will be integrated into all components of this Te Reo course. Students will be internally assessed on Whakarongo, Kōrero and Hangatuhinga. Pānui and Tuhituhi will be externally assessed.

This course includes 6 reading credits and 12 writing credits towards University Entrance Literacy. This course meets the literacy requirements for University Entrance.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 16 credits from Level 2 Te Reo, $20 14 internal and 12 external credits or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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KAIAPOI HIGH SCHOOL

Technology Faculty

Taking a Technology subject is essential for students in today's society. Our Technology courses support students to be innovative, reflective and critical in designing new models, products, software, systems and tools to benefit people, while taking account of their impact on cultural, ethical, environmental and economic conditions.

CAREERS: All of the Technology subjects offer a variety of career pathways.

Digital Technology is core to a majority of current and future career options. This subject lends itself to web design, programming, and data analysis, while also considering the social implications of the impact this has in society. Future careers include Software Engineering, Product Design, Bioinformatics and Genomics, Digital Art, Data Analysis, etc. Electronics offers a variety of career options, including an electrical engineer, aerospace engineer, avionics, etc. Graphic Design and Visual Communication is a subject that lends itself to careers in architecture, draughting, building and design, planning, interior design, etc. Hospitality opens the doors to a variety of industry options, including a chef, front of house worker, barista, baker, catering assistant, cashier, conciergerie, bar worker, waiter/waitress, air hostess, product development worker, etc. Hard Materials Technology offers pathways in a variety of industry-based trades, including building, carpentry, metal-based industry, furniture, jewellery, marine engineering, etc.

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Level 1 Digital Technology (L1TCDG) This is a Digital Technologies course for students who wish to specialise in Digital Media and Software Design in areas such as programming, databases, or web technologies.

Student projects will generally revolve around these skills: • Functional programming (using Python) • Web design • Interaction design • Usability design • Functional testing

Using projects developed from areas of personal interest students will work through a full Design process to: • Identify an issue, • Develop conceptual solutions to that issue, • Develop a final solution to the issue, • Evaluate and test the final solution and then, • Deliver the final solution.

Students will develop projects using a range of skills, tools, and technologies. This course combines Digital Technologies disciplines and prepares students for an increasingly wide range of tertiary or employment pathways.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Nil 17 internal and 3 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 16 Literacy credits Yes N/A

Level 2 Digital Technology (L2TCDG) This is a Digital Technologies Course for students who wish to specialise in Digital Media and Software Design in areas such as programming, databases, or web technologies.

Student projects will generally revolve around these skills: • Functional programming (using Python) • Web design • Interaction design • Usability design • Functional testing

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 14 credits in Nil A minimum of 16 internal and 3 Level 1 Digital Technology, external credits or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 9 Literacy credits Yes N/A

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Level 3 Digital Technology (L3TCDG) This is a Digital Technologies Course for students who wish to specialise in Digital Media and Software Design in areas such as programming, databases, or web technologies.

Student projects will generally revolve around these skills: • Functional programming (using Python) • Web design • Interaction design • Usability design • Functional testing

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: A minimum of 14 credits in Nil A minimum of 16 credits internal Level 2 Digital Technology, and 3 external credits or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 9 Literacy credits Yes Yes

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Level 1 Electronics (L1ELCT) This is a course for students intending to pursue employment and further training in the electrical and electronics industries. It is intended to interest students in the Technology area of electronics and control. Students will be able to gain a fundamental knowledge of the principles of electricity and electronics, as well as some understanding of the influence of the technology on society and the careers that technology offers.

This course leads students directly into work opportunities in electrical, electronic telecommunications, automobile, media, and musical industries.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: It is recommended to have taken $60 14-17 internal credits Year 10 Electronics.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 6 Literacy credits No N/A

Level 2 Electronics (L2ELCT) This is a course for students intending to pursue employment and further training in the electrical and electronics industries. It is intended to interest students in the Technology area of electronics and control. Students will be able to gain a fundamental knowledge of the principles of electricity and electronics, as well as some understanding of the influence of technology on society and the careers that technology offers.

This course leads students directly into work opportunities in electrical, electronic telecommunications, automobile, media and musical industries.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1 and strength in $60 15-19 internal credits Mathematics and/or Science an advantage.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

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Level 1 Graphic Design and Visual Communication (L1GRAP) This subject will develop graphic communication skills; it will develop in students the confidence to solve problems through freehand and instrumental drawings, colour rendering, mock-ups and computer graphics. Areas of study include carrying out research for information and inspiration. Students will need to study an influential designer’s work and produce a solution incorporating aspects of the chosen designer’s style. They will also produce an architectural house alteration solution involving the generation, development and refinement of ideas, and the production and evaluation of a final design.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $40 12 internal and 9 external credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? 6 Numeracy credits and Yes N/A 4 Literacy credits.

Level 2 Graphic Design and Visual Communication (L2GRAP) This course is structured to enable students to extend their understanding and skills in designing to specific needs. This follows on from the Level 1 course, but in more depth and has one architectural project as its focus for the year. The course develops graphic communication skills, from conceptual ideas to evaluation and presentation. Methods of presentation can be air brushing, colour rendering, mock-ups and models, computer graphics, word processing, marketing, just to name a few.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 credits from Level 1 Graphics $50 19 internal and 10 external credits course.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes N/A

Level 3 Graphic Design and Visual Communication (L3GRAP) At this level students will be negotiating fully with a client or clients, including full negotiation with all key stakeholders, e.g. material suppliers, product manufacturers for costings on prototypes, etc. A huge emphasis is placed on presentation at this level. Students will need to study how other designers have presented work. Then they decide on the best form of presentation for their clients, e.g. would a model best display the ideas or perhaps a computer-generated drawing, etc.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: 14 credits from Level 2 Graphics $65 12 internal and 10 external credits course.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A Yes Yes

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Level 1 Hospitality (L1HOSP) This course is designed as an introduction to working in a commercial kitchen environment. The programme will provide you with professional training in catering. It is structured so that you learn practical skills and theory. Our approach in this subject is for you to be learning by planning, watching, practising and executing cookery in the commercial environment. We combine the classroom training with live operational kitchens and real customers as often as possible.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $120 14-20 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Nil No N/A

Level 2 Hospitality (8 hour = 2 subject equivalent) (L2 HSIP) This course is for students who are passionate about working in the Hospitality Industry. Training will be for eight hours per week on site. Catering for our community is a requirement in this course. Students will be expected to work front of house for cafés and a small number of evening events during the course of the year. Students will train in barista work and Gateway affiliated students will learn to operate a till and eftpos terminal.

This course also complements other programmes, such as Gateway, students doing work experience and students who have part time jobs in the industry.

Industry visits include the National Food Show and the Bidvest Trade Show.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1, or HOF approval $150 28 internal credits Optional: National Food Show $30 Bidvest Trade Show $10

Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Nil No N/A

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Level 3 Hospitality (8 hour = 2 subject equivalent) (L3HSIP) This is an opportunity to work at Level 3 in an industry-based course. This course will ideally suit students looking for future employment opportunities in the Hospitality industry. It is expected that some of the students who choose this subject will be Gateway students and therefore have access to work placements and employment opportunities.

Emphasis in the first term is on baking techniques, food presentation, safety and hygiene in the kitchen. To complement these subjects, there are three research projects, one on food contamination, one on culinary terms and one on basic nutrition.

A number of cafés will be run during the year, where students will learn to work in a café environment with realistic time pressures, innovative food and real customers. Learning to use the language and tools of the trade, these cafés have been well received by students, staff and customers alike. Students will also have the exciting opportunity to attend the National Food Show and the Bidvest Trade Show.

Term 3 will see the students catering for sports exchanges. This is a term for consolidating work.

Catering for our community is a requirement, and students will be expected to work a small number of evening events during the course of the year.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Unit Standard 167 and 50 or more $150 34 internal credits credits in Level 2 NCEA. Optional: National Food Show $30 Unit standard 13285 is preferred, Bidvest Trade Show $10 or HOF approval.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No No

Level 1 Industry Training “Tools 4 Work” (L1TOLW) This course is an engineering-based, industry standards course.

The qualification is designed to be delivered in school workshops using pre-moderated teaching and learning materials and requires practical projects from students. The projects provide students with the opportunity to learn a range of practical engineering skills and techniques. Each of the engineering projects encompasses the tools, material requirements; competency and knowledge outcomes listed in the qualification unit standards and provide a practical and stimulating experience for students.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $85 24 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Nil No N/A

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Level 1 Hard Materials Technology – BCITO (L1TCHD) To be successful in this course, pupils will need to have a sound grasp of the Year 9 and Year 10 Hard Materials Technology programmes and have good work habits. This course uses a selection of Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation assessments. The students work through practical projects to gain a wide range of skills and knowledge of processes and the safe use of equipment.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry $75 14-19 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Nil No N/A

Level 2 Hard Materials Technology (L2TCHD) In this course you will learn to solve design problems and work with a wide variety of materials to complete the construction of your projects. You will learn the importance of meeting deadlines, plan your weekly progress, and develop technical knowledge and communication skills.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 1, or HOF approval $85 16-21 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Level 3 Hard Materials Technology (L3TCHD) This course is an extension of the skills learnt at Level 2, plus some new processes. You will be expected to solve design problems and work with a wide variety of material. This course will be assessed using a range of Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation theory unit standards, in conjunction with the mainly hands-on programme.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: NCEA Level 2, or HOF approval $95 14 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No No

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Other Courses

Level 1 Automotive Introductory Skills (L1AMIS) This course would be suitable for students who wish to explore a career in the automotive industry. It will focus on theory units about the industry, including safe driving, driver licences and some basic practical skills, such as wheel changing and pre-drive checks. The course also has many practical elements that include vehicle maintenance, collision repair and a practical project. Students will also complete a CV and take part in work experience placements.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Nil Up to 26 internal Unit Standard credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? Nil No N/A

Level 2 Ready for Work (L2RFWK) This course would be suitable for students who may have a mixture of Levels 1 and 2 subjects. It is also suitable for students who have achieved NCEA Level 1 but who are not quite sure of their future career direction and who wish to clarify their career, study or work options as they prepare for their school leaving.

This course includes: career education, career direction, job-seeking skills, life skills, financial skills and resumés. A combination of Levels 1, 2 and 3 credits will be gained by all students. Students will need their own laptop to participate in this course.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Open entry Nil 16-19 internal credits

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

Gateway (L2GATE) Gateway offers Years 12 and 13 students structured workplace learning across many industries and businesses in our local communities. Students complete the core units in the first term and then start their work placement. Gateway students spend 10 to 15 days at a work placement during the year and have individual learning programmes, which allow them to gain new skills and knowledge relevant to their chosen career. Students are assessed in the workplace for unit standards that contribute to the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), as well as industry-specific qualifications.

Gateway operates through one block of the timetable and there will be 38 placements available in 2020 for the Gateway programme.

* If interested, please see Mrs Williamson, in the Senior Study Room in Tawera for an application form.

Prerequisites for this course: Course contribution: Credits on offer for this course: Completed application form and Nil Core of 20+ credits, varies subject interview with Mrs Williamson and to career choice Mrs McMeeken.

Level 1 Literacy/Numeracy Is subject endorsement possible Is this a university-approved credits for this course: for this course? subject? N/A No N/A

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STAR Funded Courses A) STAR funding supports a variety of courses offered at Kaiapoi High School, including: Electronics Outdoor Education Hospitality Building Tourism Skills for Living SIT2LRN – Southern Institute of Technology distance courses

These are courses that lead to opportunities and outcomes not usually available in schools.

B) Taster Courses: STAR funding also allows some students to attend Vocational Taster Courses. These are 2-5 day courses held at various times throughout the year at training providers in the greater Christchurch area. Students can access these by working with the Careers Advisor, Mrs Williamson, and the Deputy Principal, Mrs McMeeken, as part of their career planning.

Secondary Tertiary Programmes There are two providers in the Canterbury region for these courses. The National Trade Academy (NTA) www.nta.co.nz, with a focus on Agriculture and Animal Care courses and the Canterbury Tertiary College (CTC) www.ctc.ac.nz, with a focus on vocational courses including construction, engineering, civil skills, plumbing, hairdressing, beauty and a small selection of business administration and hospitality.

These courses run on a Thursday and Friday at the provider’s site and are aimed at Year 12 and Year 13 students. Students who are interested in joining one of these courses will have their school programme adapted to run on a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Please contact Mrs Williamson, the Careers Advisor, for further details and advice. Places on these courses are limited.

Distance Courses There are also a small number of subjects that we are able to offer as a school via distance learning, if numbers are not sufficient to run a course. These are provided via either Te Kura (Correspondence School) or Net NZ. Any student who is contemplating any of these subjects should seek advice from Mrs McMeeken in the first instance. Te Kura has strict criteria for enrolment and not all applications are accepted.

Kaiapoi High School 65 Subject Selection Booklet 2020