Southland Boys’ High School Southland Boys’ High School

NCEA Level 3 Japanese

L3JAP
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms M. Sasaki.

Recommended Prior Learning

Achievement of NCEA Level 2 Japanese 14 Credits or H.O.F approval.

NCEA Level 3 Japanese – Japan Beyond: Global Voices, Global Futures


This course builds on Level 2 Japanese and takes you beyond everyday communication into global themes and deeper cultural exchange. You’ll use Japanese to discuss and debate ideas about identity, the environment, technology, and the future, while also reflecting on your own culture and worldview. You’ll develop greater fluency and persuasive skills, preparing you for further study, travel, or work in our interconnected world. With opportunities to take leadership in exchanges and cultural projects, you’ll earn NCEA credits while building the confidence to use Japanese as a true global voice.



Career Pathways

Chef, Recycler/Dismantler, Historian, Flight Attendant, Counsellor, Minister of Religion, Trainer, Journalist, Interpreter, Musician, Editor, Corrections Officer, Data Entry Operator/Transcriptionist, Foreign Policy Officer, Radio Presenter, Workplace Relations Adviser, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Importer/Exporter, Immigration Officer, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Translator, Private Teacher/Tutor



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										
• Japanese Reference Book, printed by Department

• 1 x 1B8 exercise book

• 1 x Ring folder

										

						

							
								

									Description
									Type
									Value
								

							
							
															

									Japanese Reference Book
									Non-Voluntary
									$20.00
								

														
							
								

									$20.00