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All students must study the subjects listed under the Compulsory Core Subjects tab below. These subjects are also indicated by a dark blue band with the letter 'C' on the left side.
Full year, 4 lessons each.
Click here to view the Year 11 NCEA FAQs, which includes helpful information for parents and students for NCEA.
Select three Option subjects. (Full year, 4 lessons each. Total of 12 lessons a week).
Option Subjects appear under the Options Subjects tab below and are indicated by a light blue band with the letter 'O' on the left side. Subjects which are 'Subjects where Students are Selected' appear under both the Options Subjects tab and the Subjects where Students are Selected tab below and are indicated by a teal green band with the letter 'S' on the left side.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (8 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
A general introductory course in Accounting.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
A student looking for a general introductory course in Accounting or a one-year study in this subject would benefit from this course. A foundation will have been laid for further study, possibly in conjunction with a career goal.
Accounting builds on work already learnt. Throughout, the emphasis is on comprehending and applying double entry accounting. At the completion of the year’s study, students should have an understanding of accounting procedures and of the conceptual framework. They should be able to prepare, analyse and interpret final accounting reports for a sole proprietor and have an understanding of the accounting process by which information flows through an accounting system.
Course costs: $45.00* for workbooks.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mr Temple.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Commerce in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (16 credits)
Externals:
2 (8 credits)
Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices associated with food and fibre production in New Zealand.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
There are no specific entry requirements for Year 11 Agriscience other than a genuine interest in the subject. This course caters equally for those interested in on-farm practice, and in the scientific basis of agriculture. A number of practical skills catered for on the school grounds allow students to become highly proficient in these tasks.
The emphasis is on the interaction of soils, plants, and animals in producing quality products which consider sustainability. Students will be given the option of focusing on either agriculture, horticulture or both within the course.
Topics studied are:
life processes of plants/animals and how they are managed by growers/farmers;
modifying the physical environment to provide the ideal conditions for plants/animals;
where and why horticulture and agriculture is located in New Zealand;
the use of management practices to create a sustainable horticultural and agricultural production system;
practical skills.
Course costs: $100* for two field trips.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mrs Cloughley.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Agri-subjects in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (8 credits)
Externals:
1 (12 credits)
This is an ideal course for those who enjoy working in the Visual Arts and who are interested in developing their skills and understanding in the subject.
Entry Requirements:
No entry requirements, but Year 10 Art is highly recommended.
Students will work on an individually led programme based around a theme of their choosing. They will study a range of artist models and apply the knowledge, skills and techniques learnt to their own work.
Students will complete three assessments during the year. This will include an extensive two-panel folio where students will demonstrate their work within the visual disciplines of Drawing, Sculpture, Painting, Digital Collage and Printmaking.
Year 11 Art is a good foundation course which covers many of the essential skills required for success at higher levels. It leads directly to the senior specialist Visual Art disciplines of Design, Photography and Painting.
Course costs: $150* to cover basic materials.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Ms Swadel.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Art in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
2
Successful applicants will have two allocated periods which will occur during their scheduled Physical Education (Core) class. (This does not affect NCEA credits).
Entry Requirements:
Entry at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Athlete Sports Performance students in Year 11 will have the opportunity to train and study depending on sporting workload. Students will also be part of key ‘pillar’ sessions in the classroom where we go into further depth in developing the key pillars of high performance to help with being a successful student athlete.
Successful applicants will have two allocated periods which will occur during their scheduled Physical Education (Core) class. Students will still need to select three other option subjects at Year 11.
Selection criteria: The selection criteria for this course will be based on level of representation of sport involved in and attitude.
The representation will be tiered from:
Entry at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Only a set number of places are available each year. Students are selected to enter on an application basis.
Students must complete the Expression of Interest form by 9.00am on Monday 8 August 2022 and then choose Athlete Sports Performance as an option when they make their Year 11 option selections.
If you require further information, please contact Teacher in Charge of Athlete Sport Development and Athlete Sport Performance Programmes, Mr Gain.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Physical Education, Health and Athlete Sports Performance in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (16 credits)
Understanding the art of dance: strengthening balletic technique, exploring dance genres, developing choreography, and experiencing performance.
Entry Requirements:
New students require suitable ballet background (recent examinations results at Highly Commended or above) and a short audition with Artistic Director, Dr Cairns. Current Year 10 students require recent Year 10 examination results at Highly Commended or above, or entry by Head of Department discretion.
St Andrew’s College Ballet Academy Diploma – Third Year
This course, the third Year of the Ballet Academy Diploma programme, is a continuation of Year 10 Ballet and Dance Studies course. The NCEA Dance programme continues with up to 16 credits being gained. This course leads into the Ballet Company – offered in Years 12–13 which completes the five-year Diploma programme (click here for further information about the Ballet Company programme in Years 12–13).
A programme of guest tutors and special guests continues, along with performance opportunities and additional classes.
NCEA Dance: 3 internals, 16 credits. Certificate endorsement given as no external credits.
Entry and prerequisites: New students, suitable ballet background and a short audition with Artistic Director, Dr Cairns. Current Year 10 students, recent Year 10 examination results at Commended or above, or by Head of Department discretion.
Course costs: $85.00* per term (includes guest tutors, repertoire half tutu and character skirt use, and other incidentals).
*Estimated disbursed course costs
Additional costs: Examination fees, costume hires, additional classes, exam prep or private lessons.
Students must complete the Expression of Interest form by 9.00am on Monday 8 August 2022 and then choose Ballet and Dance Studies as an option when they make their Year 11 option selections.
If you require further information, please contact Ballet Academy Artistic Director, Carolyn Cairns, at CCA@stac.school.nz.
This course leads into the Ballet Company, offered in Years 12–13 as a co-curricular option, which completes the five-year Diploma programme and offers NCEA credits at Level 2 and Level 3 – click here for further information about the Ballet Company programme in Years 12–13.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Ballet and Dance Studies in Years 9–11 and the Ballet Company in Years 12–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (10 credits)
Externals:
2 (7 credits)
Investigating, understanding, and explaining about living things and how they interact with each other and the environment.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
This course is a good foundation for students planning to continue on in Biology as it covers many of the skills essential for success at higher levels. Students will investigate mammals (including humans), body systems, and the interactions between humans and their environment. They will learn useful techniques for planning experiments, as well as processing and analysing data.
Having completed Year 11 Biology, students will find the Year 12 Biology course easier.
Students in this band will have the option of studying either only Science, or Science and Biology (= two Science-based subjects). A third option is Science and Physical Science. Physical Science will be available as an option subject to these students only with the permission of the Head of Science.
Those students who sat Level 1 NCEA subjects in Year 10 can take Year 11 Physical Science or Year 11 Biology, or both.
Course costs: A number of workbooks will need to be purchased, together with an end-of-year revision book that will help with preparation for the external examinations.
For further information, see Mrs Carline.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Science in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (12 credits)
Externals:
2 (6 credits)
Produce design solutions using a range of drawing methods.
Entry Requirements:
Either a Year 9 or 10 Design and Visual Communication course recommended.
Design and Visual Communication (DVC) is an area of learning within the New Zealand Curriculum where students learn about design, develop their practice of designing, and develop their design thinking in the context of Spatial and Product Design.
The students develop an awareness of design by using visual communication skills to conceptualise and develop design ideas. They will apply their visual literacy through using sketching, digital modes, and other modelling techniques to effectively communicate and present design ideas. Students learn that designers identify the qualities and potential of design ideas in terms of the broad principles of design (aesthetics and function) and of sustainability.
This course is portfolio-based with no external examination and is foundational for Year 12 Design and Visual Communication.
Course costs: A list of required stationery is provided and the items on this list should be purchased prior to starting the course (which will include coloured pencils, pigment liners and markers costing around $45.00). Items of a consumable or specialised nature are carried by the department and the costs for these can be disbursed to student accounts.
For further information, see Mr Kerrison.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Technology in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (12 credits)
Externals:
2 (6 credits)
Develop basic skills and understanding in a digital environment.
Entry Requirements:
Either a Year 9 or Year 10 Digital Technology course is an advantage.
In this course, students learn a wide variety of IT skills, as well as being introduced to Computer Science concepts. They will learn how algorithms are formed and used by computers and analyse website and application interfaces. While students create a website and develop a program, they will gain experience in planning, decision making and appraising the quality of their solutions through the planning, creation and testing stages.
More specifically, the course should enable students to develop:
This course provides the foundation for Year 12 Digital Technology.
Course costs: None – all software used is open source.
For further information, contact Mr Adams or Ms Lee.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Technology in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
4 (18 credits)
Externals:
1 (4 credits)
Researching, analysing, interpreting, and creating drama contexts to convey meaning to an audience.
Entry Requirements:
Year 9 or 10 Performing Arts, or prior experience, subject to the discretion of Head of Department.
Drama is not just for those who wish to become actors, but for those who wish to pursue any career which deals with people and the understanding of them.
Performance skills covered will include acting technique, the devising process, and theatre forms. Students will also be involved in a class play which will be performed to an audience of family and friends.
Compulsory internal assessments take place throughout the year covering the application of drama techniques, devising, and performing a drama, using drama/theatre forms in a performance, and performing an acting role in a scripted production.
External assessment focuses on drama elements, techniques, conventions, and technologies within live performances.
For further information, see Mr Wiseman.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Drama in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (12 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
Understanding the decisions made by different sectors of the economy and their interdependence.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
One of the internals (4 credits) is optional.
This course aims to develop students’ understanding of why and how people as consumers and producers make economic choices and decisions to satisfy their wants, by allocating and managing scarce resources in the context of the New Zealand economy.
The year’s work is divided into three major sections:
Course costs: $45.00* for a workbook.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mr Temple.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Commerce in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (10 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
The study, use, and enjoyment of the English language and its literature. This is our standard English programme.
Entry Requirements:
Working at Level 6 of the New Zealand Curriculum.
In Year 11, students must select one of English or English Literature.
This programme allows students to build their engagement, skills, and confidence in English. In the process, students work towards achieving a range of NCEA Level 1 Standards which assess the written, visual, and oral strands of the New Zealand Curriculum (Curriculum Level 6). Students will study a variety of texts that are linked through a theme(s) and make connections between these and the world around them.
This course leads on to a Year 12 English Programme: Year 12 Extension English, Year 12 English Literature or Year 12 English. See the ‘Entry Requirements’ for each subject for details.
Course costs: $20.00* Education Perfect subscription.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Ms Gilbert.
To view the course pathways flowchart for English in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (14 credits)
Externals:
2 (8 credits)
The study, use, and enjoyment of the English language and its literature. A course for students who are not yet achieving at Level 6 of the New Zealand Curriculum and/or lacking confidence with their skills in English.
Entry Requirements:
Your Year 10 English teacher, in consultation with the Head of Department, you, and your parents/caregivers, will recommend this course for you. Enrolment in this course is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
In Year 11, students must select one of English or English Literature.
This is a supported programme designed for students who are working well below Level 6 of the curriculum in Year 10 English. It allows students to build their engagement, skills, and confidence in English. Students work towards achieving a range of NCEA Level 1 Standards that assess the written, visual, and oral strands of the New Zealand Curriculum (Curriculum Level 6). Enrolment in this course is at the discretion of the Head of English and the student’s Year 10 English teacher.
The key differences between this course and Year 11 English literature are:
Students will study a variety of texts that are often linked through a theme(s) and make connections between these and the world around them.
This course leads on to Year 12 English (see the ‘Entry Requirements’ for details).
Course costs: $20.00* for English Basics workbook.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Ms Gilbert.
To view the course pathways flowchart for English in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (10 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
The study, use, and enjoyment of the English language and its literature.
Entry Requirements:
Students who have demonstrated a high level of engagement with literature and achievement in Year 10 and who are creative and critical thinkers may be invited into the 11ENGLX class. Being in 11ENGLX does not guarantee entry to 12ENGLX.
Entry to subject is by selection.
Using the same NCEA Level 1 assessments as Year 11 English, this class focuses on:
Course costs: Education Perfect subscription and ‘In Perspective’ text $40.00*.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Ms Gilbert.
To view the course pathways flowchart for English in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
A study of English for academic purposes.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of the Teacher in Charge of ESOL and based on an English assessment completed at the end of Year 10.
Entry to subject by selection.
This course is for students who do not have English as their first language and wish to improve their language skills for mainstream classes. Students who are new to the College would be expected to have reached a minimum of intermediate level. This course is designed to support the student’s mainstream English course. It also assists in providing a pathway to NCEA Literacy at Level 1 and is run in close collaboration with teachers in the English Department.
The course is designed to assist students to write clear and accurate English, to read with understanding, and to speak fluently and clearly. Support in other curriculum areas is also offered and this is done in close co-operation with subject teachers, tutors, and the Dean. Each course is carefully structured according to individual needs and there is a strong emphasis on subject support. Assistance is provided for understanding the NCEA English Standards. Ongoing assessment gives students valuable feedback on their progress and helps indicate which English courses would be most appropriate for them in the future. Students are provided with resources which are relevant to their cultural background.
Students achieve very pleasing results in this course and improve their formal reading and writing skills in preparation for the University Entrance Literacy assessment at Level 2.
For further information, see Mrs Garden.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (10 credits)
Externals:
1 (4 credits)
A practical course of study to develop design, pattern making and construction skills.
Entry Requirements:
Year 9 and/or Year 10 Fabric Technology course required, or at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Students undertaking this course will learn practical skills as they develop a range of outcomes including briefs, concepts, construction plans, technological models, and fully realised products.
Class work begins with the construction of a top-half garment. Students then apply this new knowledge to design a shirt of their choice, functional modelling of the techniques required to create the features of their design and constructing the full garment. Students will present evidence of this work in a written report for NCEA external assessment.
Students will learn about fabric in terms of its properties, composition, and structure to make informed decisions when buying fabric. Students will be encouraged to design and manufacture sustainably as they consider the needs of and potential impacts on stakeholders and the environment.
This course is project-based with no external examination and provides a foundation for further study at NCEA Level 2 in Year 12.
Course costs: $45.00* for materials supplied by the school. Students will be required to purchase their own fabric from a fabric retailer.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
Please note, in addition to the subject entry requirements:
For further information see Mrs Thomson or Mrs Duncan.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Technology in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (15 credits)
Externals:
1 (4 credits)
Develop understanding and skills related to food to enable students to enhance their own well-being.
Entry Requirements:
Year 9 Food Technology or Year 10 Food and Nutrition is an advantage.
Students are encouraged to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes to take responsibility for their own well-being, particularly in relation to food choice.
Initially, students focus on developing their practical skills and particularly working hygienically to prevent bacterial contamination. The second unit of work considers New Zealand’s food culture and explores how other cultures have influenced food habits in New Zealand. Students explain how we have adopted and changed these ‘new’ foods. In the last unit of work, the focus is on making informed choices about food and understanding key nutrition concepts. Students are expected to be able to apply this knowledge to feeding a teenager. This includes interpreting nutrition and packaging information and being able to make decisions about good food choices. Students will also consider the influences on food choice.
Food preparation work is an integral part of all units of work.
This course provides the foundation for Year 12 Food and Nutrition.
Course costs: Food costs and some photocopy costs will be disbursed each term.
For further information, see Mrs Duncan.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Technology in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (9 credits)
Externals:
2 (10 credits)
Understand and create more developed ideas with more complex language.
Entry Requirements:
Year 10 French or at the discretion of Head of Department.
This course continues to build on the language learnt in the previous two years. The online text; Tricolore 3, is used as a basis for study. Grammar and vocabulary continue to be taught and extended to allow students to communicate beyond the immediate context. Weekly vocabulary activities, where the vocabulary is used in context, assist the students with mastery of vocabulary and Level 1 structures.
Students are encouraged to speak French and to improve their accent and fluency. Considerable effort is put into developing a range of language that enables students to cope in a wider range of situations. Students learn to write French with more developed ideas and with language that is more grammatically accurate and varied. Listening and reading skills are further developed through a variety of texts and listening to native speakers on audio files.
Course costs: $50.00* Online subscriptions.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mrs Radcliffe or Mrs Marshall.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Languages in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
4 (13 credits)
Externals:
2 (8 credits)
The study of how people and the environment interact.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
During this course, students will develop and apply the skills and techniques used in geographic inquiry and interpretation. They will also take an interest in, and gain an appreciation of, the qualities and needs of the environment. They will be encouraged to contribute to society through being able to participate in making sound decisions about the relationships between people and the natural environment and Associated issues.
From this course, students will develop an understanding of:
Course costs: Students are required to participate in a three-day field trip to the West Coast. The field trip will cost approximately $290
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mr Boulton.
Please note: Social Sciences are subject to possible changes in 2023 as a result of New Zealand Curriculum refresh.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Social Sciences in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
1
Health is compulsory for one period per week.
Topics are taught based around the Health and Physical Education Curriculum and cover a range of relevant topics that are essential for students to develop knowledge, understanding and awareness of different health concepts.
Students will stay with one teacher who will cover all Health topics. This is aimed to prevent disruption and allow meaningful connections and foster a supportive environment where students feel comfortable engaging and contributing to the learning.
These topics relate to the Health and Physical Education curriculum and the course aims to:
Topics include:
All students will have the opportunity to gain four credits in this subject through the Achievement Standard 1.3 (AS91097): Demonstrate the understanding of ways in which well-being can change and strategies to support well-being.
For further information, see Mrs Stirling.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Physical Education, Health and Athlete Sports Performance in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (12 credits)
Externals:
2 (8 credits)
A study of significant developments and differing perspectives on past events of significance to New Zealanders.
Entry Requirements:
A good standard of literacy is advisable.
This course is designed for students taking History for the first time. It aims to encourage a genuine appreciation of history, i.e. to develop knowledge of crucial events in our past (e.g. World War II), and interest in important people (e.g. Martin Luther King Jr) whose actions and beliefs have shaped our lives today.
The course also develops particular skills in:
The topics covered will include:
Students will gain knowledge, skills, and experience to:
For further information, see Mr Faulls.
Please note: Social Sciences are subject to possible changes in 2023 as a result of New Zealand Curriculum refresh.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Social Sciences in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (10 credits)
Externals:
2 (10 credits)
Understand and create more developed ideas with more complex language.
Entry Requirements:
Year 10 Japanese or at the discretion of Head of Department.
This course builds further on the foundation of the language basics learnt in the previous two years. The grammar and vocabulary covered are up to Level 6 of the Curriculum.
Students read and write all work in the kana scripts and learn to read and write the 55 Kanji required for this Level.
Students are encouraged to speak in the language, develop good pronunciation and fluency and develop a range of language that will enable them to cope in a wider range of social situations. Through the topics that are learnt this year, students increase their vocabulary and grammar knowledge markedly, relating them to real life situations.
Course costs: $20.00* Renash booklet
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mrs Simcock.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Languages in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (16 credits)
Externals:
1 (4 credits)
Within the context of Hard Materials Technology, students will design, plan and produce a manufactured outcome.
Entry Requirements:
Year 10 Materials Technology or Design and Visual Communication is an advantage.
Materials Technology is a practical activity-based course consisting of three learning activities: technological practice, technological knowledge, and nature of technology.
Materials Technology enables students to:
Through challenging design briefs students are encouraged to experiment and be innovative through the design process. Design activities include transposition of ideas, conceptualisation, prototyping, development, and evaluation.
Students are exposed to a range of practical skills and processes with a variety of materials.
Other topics include manufacturing processes, health and safety in the workshop and issues concerning the environment.
There are two areas of learning in hard materials, therefore students will be placed in whichever area their timetable allows. Both these areas of learning use the same process to develop skills and knowledge.
Course costs: Materials used.
Please note, in addition to the subject entry requirements:
For further information, see Mr Hamilton or Mr Murphy.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Technology in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (7 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
Exploration and use of patterns and relationships in quantities, space, time, and data.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
In Year 11, students must select one of Mathematics Algebra Focus, Mathematics Applied, or Mathematics and Statistics.
One of the External Standards is assessed in September as a Common Assessment Task
Students who have demonstrated strong algebraic and problem-solving abilities will be selected into this 11MATA class. This course provides the general skills and knowledge to apply mathematics in everyday life, as well as develop the skills in the specific areas necessary to proceed to all Mathematics courses at Level 2 and beyond.
Course costs: A Casio FX82 Scientific Calculator is required, workbooks, and subscription to Education Perfect. A Casio Graphics Calculator is an advantage.
For further information, see Mr Emms.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Mathematics in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
5 (16 credits)
Exploration and use of patterns and relationships in quantities, space, time, and data.
Entry Requirements:
For students working at Level 4 of the New Zealand Curriculum. Students are selected at the discretion of Head of Department.
In Year 11, students must select one of Mathematics Algebra Focus, Mathematics Applied, or Mathematics and Statistics.
Students who are predominantly working at Level 4 of the Curriculum may be invited in the 11MATP class. This course provides students with the fundamental numeracy skills required in everyday life and is by invitation only.
The course ensures that students gain the 10 Numeracy credits necessary to meet both Level 1 and University Entrance Numeracy requirements. The course also offers up to five Internal Achievement Standards (15 credits). Students who make sufficient progress and wish to progress to Level 2 Mathematics with Statistics in Year 12 may sit an Algebra test to gain entry. Students who are working predominantly at Level 4 of the Curriculum in Year 10 will be selected for this course after the final examination at the end of Year 10.
Future pathways: For most students, this course can be followed by Year 12 Mathematics Applied. Achievement grades in three Level 1 Achievement Standards and in the optional Algebra test will allow entry to the Level 2 Mathematics with Statistics course.
Course costs: A Casio FX82 Scientific Calculator is required, selected commercial workbooks, and subscription to an online learning tool.
For further information, see Ms Hill-Taiaroa.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Mathematics in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
4 (13 credits)
Externals:
1 (4 credits)
Exploration and use of patterns and relationships in quantities, space, time, and data.
Entry Requirements:
Completion of Year 10 with competence in Level 5 of the New Zealand Curriculum.
In Year 11, students must select one of Mathematics Algebra Focus, Mathematics Applied, or Mathematics and Statistics.
Students who are not wishing to continue on to Calculus in Level 2 are selected into this course. This course provides the general skills and knowledge to apply mathematics in everyday life and develop the skills in the specific areas necessary to proceed to the Level 2 Mathematics and Statistics course and beyond.
Course costs: A Casio FX82 Scientific Calculator is required, workbooks, and subscription to Education Perfect. A Casio Graphics Calculator is an advantage.
For further information, see Mr Howard.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Mathematics in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (7 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
Exploration and use of patterns and relationships in quantities, space, time, and data.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
In Year 11, students must select one of Mathematics Algebra Focus, Mathematics Applied, or Mathematics and Statistics. Based on results in Year 10 Mathematics, students who have selected 11MATA may be invited into 11MATX by Head of Department.
One of the External Standards is assessed in September as a Common Assessment Task.
Students who have demonstrated a high level of algebraic and problem-solving abilities may be invited into the 11MATX class.
Using the same NCEA Level 1 assessments as Year 11 Mathematics, this class focuses on:
Course costs: A Casio FX82 Scientific Calculator is required, workbooks, and subscription to Education Perfect. A Casio Graphics Calculator is an advantage.
For further information, see Mrs Cloughley-Dalzell.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Mathematics in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
4 (20 or 22 credits)
Externals:
1 or 2 (4 or 8 credits)
Exploration of sounds and technologies for creating, interpreting, and representing music ideas.
Entry Requirements:
Students need to have engaged in music in the form of weekly instrumental lessons since Year 9 or be regular composers of music using laptops for at least one year. Students should consult with the Head of Department if they feel they do not meet the requirements for the course. Note, there is no pre-requisite for Theory and Reading of Music Notation, but all students will be expected to learn this as part of the Year 11 course.
Students are free to construct their own individual course (in consultation with Mr Ferguson) based upon the following two streams: Contemporary Music Production and Acoustic Music.
4 Internals (= 20 credits)
1 External (= 4 credits)
The aim of this course is to equip students with the skills they need to excel in the modern music industry.
There are three main aspects to this course:
Students will complete a mixture of Achievement Standards and Unit Standards, all of which have Achievement/Merit/Excellence grades available, and all contribute to course endorsement.
Students will be working to develop personalised courses in their areas of interest.
Course costs: students who require an accompanist for NCEA Solo Performance assessments should expect to pay $20.00–$50.00* per term. There is also a one-off cost for a course textbook of $20.00*.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
Due to the dominance of the Apple Mac platform and Logic Pro recording software in the music industry, it is highly recommended that students have a MacBook of some variety with Logic Pro (around $300). However, this is not compulsory and students with other systems will still be able to complete the requirements of the course.
For entry to this course, students do not need to have taken optional Music in Year 9 or 10, but they do need to have been playing an instrument for a minimum of two years or have a body of work they have composed.
For further information, see Mr Ferguson.
4 Internals (= 22 credits)
2 Externals (= 8 credits)
The aim of this course is to give students a solid foundation in performance, composition, notation, and music analysis. It is perfect for the student that wishes to sit Level 3 Scholarship Music in the future and who may want to undertake university study in Music.
The emphasis of this course is on practical music-making.
22 credits are internally assessed on Solo Performance, Group Performance, Composition and Music Knowledge. Eight credits are externally assessed in the subjects of transcription (aural) and score reading. Students will enter for all Standards.
Course costs: students who require an accompanist for the NCEA Solo Performance assessments should expect to pay $20.00–$50.00* per term. There is also a one-off cost for a course textbook of $20.00*. Students needing extra theory help will be expected to use the musicecademy.com online learning tools at a cost of $50.00* for a one year subscription.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
A prerequisite for this course is theory/rudiments knowledge to about a Grade 2–3 Level or equivalent. Students must also have been playing their instrument for a minimum of two years.
For further information, see Mr Ferguson.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Music in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
2
The well-being of students, other people, and society through learning in movement contexts.
Physical Education is compulsory for all students.
Emphasis is placed on the holistic development of students as active participants in New Zealand society. Equally important is the demonstration of personal responsibility, leadership, co-operation, and self-management when participating in a physical activity.
The topics studied are:
Students are assessed in areas measuring physical, social, and interpersonal skills through physical activity and the sports education topic.
For further information, see Mr Leota.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Physical Education, Health and Athlete Sports Performance in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
4 (17 credits)
The well-being of students, other people, and society through learning key concepts in, through and about movement and health-related contexts.
Entry Requirements:
Interest in sport, exercise and health is expected.
There is no prerequisite for this course. A genuine interest in sport and physical activity is important as is the desire to improve your knowledge and ability in sport, personal development, and leadership.
Students will experience and participate in a wide range of physical activities, in a variety of contexts.
The main areas of study will be chosen from:
There will be ongoing practical and theoretical assessment throughout the year in each of the Standards.
Course costs: Approximately $60.00* per term for two terms to cover out-of-school trips, Outdoor Education, and preparation for practical assessments.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Ms James.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Physical Education, Health and Athlete Sports Performance in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
3 (11 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
Investigating, understanding, and explaining physical phenomena, matter, and the changes it undergoes.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
This course is for more able students or students with an interest in Science who possibly see themselves pursuing a career in Science. It is designed to give Science students more depth and breadth to their Science education. Students have found this course to be very good preparation for either Year 12 Physics or Year 12 Chemistry. This course will target Merit and Excellence Endorsement.
Topics in this course may include:
These Standards have been selected from either the Physics or Chemistry Level 1 Achievement Standards.
This course will give students an advantage when it comes to taking Year 12 Physics or Year 12 Chemistry.
Students can opt for this course but the final decision as to whether or not students are accepted rests with the Head of Department of Science.
Note: Those students who sat Level 1 NCEA subjects in Year 10 can take Year 11 Physical Science or Year 11 Biology, or both.
Course costs: Purchase of Write On workbook.
For further information, see Mr Cummack.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Science in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
5 (20 credits)
Investigating, understanding, and explaining our natural, physical and material worlds.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
This is a fully internally assessed course that is designed for students who would find external written examinations difficult.
This course is designed to lead on to Year 12 General Science followed by Year 13 General Science course, rather than subjects like Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
This course covers:
All assessments have a practical component as well as some research.
It is not possible to gain a subject Endorsement in this subject. The course is by invitation only and is by recommendation from the student’s Year 10 Science teacher, however, final entry is at the discretion of the Head of Science.
For further information, see Mr Cummack.
Note: students may only pathway from Year 11 Practical Science into Year 12 Science at the discretion of Head of Department.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Science in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (8 credits)
Externals:
3 (12 credits)
Investigating, understanding, and explaining our natural, physical and material worlds.
Entry Requirements:
At the discretion of Head of Department.
This is our Year 11 foundation course, with most students opting to do this subject in preparation for Year 12 specialist Science subjects.
Teachers select material from the following strands:
The internal Standards will test a student’s experimental technique and ability to write up an experiment.
Students with Achievement grades in this subject and a Merit grade in their advancing subject should be able to reach at least ‘Achievement’ level in Year 12 Physics, Year 12 Chemistry or Year 12 Biology. Students in this band will have the option of studying either only Science, or Science and Biology (= two Science-based subjects). A third option is Science and Physical Science. Physical Science will be available as an option subject to these students only with the permission of the Head of Science.
Those students who sat Level 1 NCEA subjects in Year 10 can take Year 11 Physical Science or Year 11 Biology, or both.
Course costs: Purchase of Write On workbook, $20.00* Education Perfect fee.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, contact Ms Blay.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Science in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
2 (9 credits)
Externals:
2 (10 credits)
Understand and create more developed ideas with more complex language.
Entry Requirements:
Year 10 Spanish or at the discretion of Head of Department.
This course will build on knowledge gained in Year 10 and will introduce more complex vocabulary and grammar, focusing on expanding these areas and making it a significant part of the student’s ability to use the language.
The course follows the National Curriculum Statement up to and including Level 6 with equal emphasis on listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Some of the topics covered in this course are; giving out personal information, and the Spanish alphabet – focusing on letter sound and spelling rules. All the topics in this course aim to develop students’ vocabulary and grammar knowledge, as well as relating to real life situations. By the end of the course, the students will be confident enough to seek out opportunities to use Spanish, as well as initiate and sustain a conversation with a sympathetic native speaker. The cultural element of the course involves finding out about the history, customs, and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.
Course costs: $50.00* Online text subscription and Renash booklet.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mr Evlampieff.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Languages in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Internals:
4 (20 credits)
Externals:
1 (6 credits)
Understand and create more developed ideas with more complex language.
Entry Requirements:
Year 10 Te Reo Māori or at the discretion of Teacher in Charge of Te Reo Māori.
Achievement Standard Internals = 18 credits
Unit Standard Internals = 2 credits
This course continues to build on the language and cultural elements covered in the previous two years. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening continues to be taught and extended to allow students to communicate beyond the immediate context, as well as the continuation of elements of tikanga and other Māori customs and traditions. Weekly vocabulary worksheets, where the vocabulary is used in context, assist the students with mastery of vocabulary and Level 1 structures.
Students are encouraged to speak te reo Māori and to improve their pronunciation. Students learn to write in te reo Māori with more developed ideas and with language that is more varied.
Speaking and listening skills are further developed and assessed throughout the year also.
This course is designed to cater for students who have at least two years of learning te reo Māori. The course will also cater for students who are new to te reo Māori, and they will be able to do a combination of Unit Standards and Achievement standards.
Students will be assessed through 4 internals (20 credits) and 1 external (6 credits.)
Course costs: $50.00.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Mr Westrupp.
To view the course pathways flowchart for Languages in Years 11–13, click here.
Lessons per week:
4
Learn skills required to successfully enter the working world.
Entry Requirements:
Entry to subject by selection.
Entry to subject primarily by selection. Students can indicate their preference for entry via discussion with their Dean and Ms Hampson prior to the enrolment period.
All Internal Assessment
Unit Standards = 30+ credits
Does not count for Course Endorsement.
The purpose of Year 11 Vocational Education and Training is to provide a programme of study with an emphasis on applied literacy and numeracy, key employment knowledge and skills, peer and personal leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Unit Standard assessment is undertaken in:
Course costs: $100.00* for the Health and Safety course.
*Estimated disbursed course costs
For further information, see Ms Hampson.