NCEA Level 1 Science Extended
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr I. Welsh.
This option is advised for those who are looking at doing Chemistry, Physics or Biology at Level 2 NCEA (Year 12).
It is the first step in a vocational pathway for tertiary study in degree courses in sciences, applied sciences, health sciences and technology.
The course itself contains an additional externally assessed achievement standard and so will represent a busy year for any student.
Recommended Prior Learning
A high level of achievement in Year 10 Science.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Course Cost $12.5
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the use of a range of scientific investigative approaches in a context
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Chemistry and Biology 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of chemical reactions in context
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Chemistry and Biology 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation in relation to an identified characteristic
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Physics, Earth and Space Science 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a physical system using energy concepts
Disclaimer
Southland Boys' High School endeavours to timetable courses depending on students' needs, interests and future plans. Many factors can influence whether a course is able to be offered in the following year. These can include:
- Student demand
- Staff availability
- Resourcing
These factors can also impact on timetabling, and as a result students will be asked for input about any clashes that may occur.
Where a course is not able to be run, students' back-up subjects will be used. If there are issues with student selections and the timetabling process, students will have the opportunity to make a decision in conjunction with staff input on the best solution.