College St Bernard’s College
Level 1 2015 Programmes Booklet We develop Faith, Learning & Culture
Subject Planning Sheet Use the space below to plan the subjects you wish to take in Years 11 to 13. Be mindful of the following
subject prerequisites your future aspirations - the courses / tertiary institutions you wish to attend when you leave St Bernard’s College.
You should refer to information provided in this book, such as Qualifications Pathways and Choosing a Course of Study, information in National Qualifications such as National Certificates, as well as relevant career information available from your subject teacher, or Ms Lomax. Year 11
RE
Year 12
RE
Year 13
RE
ENGLISH
MATHS
SCIENCE
Tertiary
Where I need to go to obtain more information. Careers listed with subjects are just a sample, for more ideas go to www.youthguarantee.net.nz/vocational-pathways
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COMPULSORY SUBJECTS Religious Studies / Health (11RST) HoD: Mrs Quinney
Year 11/Level 1
Asst HoD: Mr Sutherland
Course cost: retreat fees
Course description This course contains topics on: Understanding the Gospel Story; Conscience/Morality/Values; The Church’s Story It takes students into a wider world in terms of their Christian responsibilities and awareness of commitment. This course incorporates Health Education and students do one period a week of Sports in the RE line. Leads to
Level 2 Religious Studies
Possible Career pathways Historian, Teacher, Archivist, Youth Worker, Lawyer, Criminal Psychologist
English (11ENG) HoD: Mr Watson
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: nil
Course description This course covers: Creative and Formal Writing, Film Study, Literature, Research, Speech, Static Images, Unseen Text Leads to
Level 2 English
Possible Career pathways Lawyer, Teacher, Librarian, Researcher, Reporter, Author
Mathematics (11MAT) HoD: Mr Hosnell
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: $33.00 workbook
Course description This is an academic course that leads to NCEA Level 2 Mathematics Leads to
Level 2 Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics
Possible Career pathways Bank Teller, Statistician, Programmer, Engineering Accountant
Science (11SCI)
Year 11/Level 1
HoD: Mr Higson
Course cost: $25.00 lab manual approx. $18.00 optional study guide approx.
Course description Science covers in more detail the topics covered in Years 9 and 10. The subject is essential for anyone intending to pursue a career in the Science/Technology field and is required to be taken by those students wishing to take Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Science at Level 2. The topics covered are: Genetic Variation, Acids and Bases, Mechanics. Internal Assessments are: Chemical Reactions, Micro-organism and Humans, and a Physics Investigation Leads to
Level 2 Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science
Possible Career pathways Paediatrician, Physiotherapist, Doctor, Chemist, Ecologist, Nurse, Engineer, Laboratory Technician, Architect, Pilot, Electrician
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OPTIONAL Accounting (11ACC)
Year 11/Level 1
HoD: Mr Hosnell
TiC: Ms Zhang
Course cost: $40.00 workbook
Pre-requisite Majority of topic grades in Year 10 Mathematics: Achievement or higher Course description This course includes sections on business accounting, including sole traders, service firms, companies, clubs and societies, final accounts (Statements of Financial Performance and Position), the accounting process (source documents, journals and ledgers) and basic analysis of accounts Leads to
Level 2 Accounting
Possible Career pathways Accountant, Bank Manager, Sharebroker, Quantity Surveyor, Executive Officer, Business Manager
Digital Technology (11DTC) HoD: Mr Housden
TiC: Mr Harrison
Course cost: $10.00 printing
Pre-requisite Open entry first year. Course description This course is designed for those students who intend to pursue a career in a computer-related field. This course covers: Databasing, Spreadsheeting, Desk Top Publishing, Graphical Design, Web Design and fundamentals of programming. It is a two year course with different standards offered in each year. Flexibility around the actual modules taught will be available to students who have sufficient learning. Leads to
Level 3 Computer Studies
Possible Career pathways Database Administrator, Software Architect, Website Developer
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Design & Visual Communication (11DVC) HoD: Mr Cassidy
Year 11/Level 1
TiC: Ms Shill Course cost: $35.00 approx. Students required to purchase a set of drawing equipment at the start of the course
Pre-requisite Must have gained achieved or higher grades in 50% of all assessed tasks within the Year 10 course. Students wanting to take Design & Visual Communication for the first time should meet with the Technology teacher. Course description NCEA Level 1 is the first of three steps that progressively lead to NCEA qualifications. There are six achievement standards to be successfully completed in this year through a variety of tasks. Emphasis is placed on problem solving, innovation, technical competency, design and presentation. Leads to
Level 2 Design & Visual Communication
Possible Career pathways Textile/Website/Interior Designer, Architect, Production Designer
Drama (11DRA) HoD: Mrs McIntyre
Year 11/Level 1 TiC: Ms Jaeger
Course cost: $40.00
Pre-requisite Open entry Course description The programme emphasizes the core skills of the theatre arts, including improvisation techniques, body control, voice, mime, learning of lines, creation of character, projection of ideas and emotions and preparation and acting of scenes from plays. You will perform in published scripts and in your own created work. There will be in-class workshops, practical assessments of performances and involvement in lessons. You will need to have good attendance, selfmanagement and be reliable due to the collaborative nature of much of the work in this course. Leads to
Level 2 Drama
Possible Career pathways Actor, Film Director, Production Manager, Entertainer, Presenters in Radio and Television, Education, Administration
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Economics (11ECO)
Year 11/Level 1
HoD: Mr McKay
Course cost: $21.00 workbook, e-learning access $10.00 voluntary co-curricula fees
Pre-requisite Achieved in 2 out of 4 Social Studies units. Course description This course focuses on how households, firms and the Government behave in the market place. This results in consumers and producers making economic decisions about what will be produced, who will receive the goods and services, how goods are made and the ways resources can be used. It also looks at the markets where goods and services are bought and sold and the relationships between participants in the markets, Government, consumers and producers decision makers are key elements of this course. Leads to
Level 2 Economics
Possible Career pathways Computational Economics, Sports Economics, Health Economics, Money and Banking, Agricultural Economics, Economic History
French (11FRE) HoD: Mrs Corcoran
Year 11/Level 1 TiC: Miss Gallagher
Course cost: $15.00 resource book, $25.00 online licence
Pre-requisite Achieved in majority of assessments in Year 10 Course description French at Year 11 is based on curriculum levels 5 and 6 and is centred around the following topics within a New Zealand and French context: home and school routines, leisure time activities, holidays and travel, health, geography and weather, my town and country, arrangements and appointments. The topics covered in Year 9 and 10 are also revised. Five language standards are completed each year. Leads to
Level 2 French
Possible Career pathways Diplomatic Officer, Translator, Linguist, Teacher, Tour Guide, Hospitality
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Geography (11GEO) HoD: Mr McKay
Year 11/Level 1 TiC: Ms Gounder
Course cost: $30.00 workbook approx.
Pre-requisite Achieved in 2 out of 4 Social Studies units Course description Three themes are studied: Natural Hazards, (NZ Earthquakes or South West Pacific Tropical Cyclones), Population Studies (NZ and Monsoon Asia), Resources and their use (NZ Coal Mining or NZ Dairying or Sustainable Tourism). Local and Global Studies to illustrate the main geographical ideas and skills Leads to
Level 2 Geography
Possible Career pathways Geographer, Oceanographer, Geologist, Volcanologist, Weather Forecaster History (11HIS) HoD:
Mr McKay
Year 11/Level 1 TiC: Mr Fowler
Course cost: nil
Pre-requisite Achieved in 2 out of 4 Social Studies units Course description History is the study of human activities in the past in the context of change through time. It enables students to place themselves, their families, and their community in the context of the development of NZ and of the rest of the world. Themes studied are: New Zealand and The World 1935 to 1986, World War II and the New Zealand Experience, Stalin’s Russia 1917 - 1957 Leads to
Level 2 History
Possible Career pathways Historian, Political Scientist, Archivist
Japanese (11JAP) HoD: Mrs Corcoran
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: $10.00 Materials, $15.00 Resource Book $25.00 Online Licence
Pre-requisite Achieved in majority of Year 10 Japanese assessments Course description This course builds on learning in Year 10 Japanese. The units are contextually based covering topics such as shopping and restaurants, travel and directions, health, school, daily routines, describing people, places and things. Five language standards are completed each year. Leads to
Level 2 Japanese
Possible Career pathways Diplomatic Officer, Translator, Linguist, Teacher, Tour Guide, Hospitality
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Music (11MUS) HoD: Mrs McIntyre
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: $60.00 Instrumental or vocal tuition $10 approx. attending concerts / workshops $20.00 sheet music, $10.00 theory book
Pre-requisite Performing Proficiency – 2 years of instrumental tuition on chosen instrument expected and passed Solo Performance Theoretical Knowledge – Grade 2 AMEB, and achieved the end of year theory exam Must have been part of the Itinerant programme for 2 years at school Course description Students will receive a programme of study involving performance (on their chosen instrument), composition, musical knowledge and theoretical skills. Leads to
Level 2 Music
Possible Career pathways Composer, Conductor, Music Therapist, Entertainer, Professional Musician
Physical Education (11PED) HoD:
Mr Piripi
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: $30.00 includes Aquatics unit – workbook supplied EOTC trip and costs to be confirmed ($130.00) Must supply and wear correct SBC Physical Education uniform
Pre-requisite Must have demonstrated a positive commitment to Physical Education studies in Year 10 or as a Year 12/13 student. Course description This is year 1 of a 3 year course of study in Physical Education. 5 x 50 minute periods per week of Theory and Practical work. Leads to
Level 2 Physical Education or at the discretion of the HoD
Possible Career pathways Sports Therapist, Social Worker, Life Coach, Training Consultant, Personal Trainer
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Samoan (11SAM) HoD: Mrs Corcoran
Year 11/Level 1 TiC: Mrs Uili
Course cost: $10.00 Trips/Visits, $25.00 Online Licence
Pre-requisite Year 10 Samoan or a proven fluency in Samoan Course description This course builds on learning in Year 10 Samoa. The units are contextually based on covering familiar topics in the everyday lives of students. Five language standards are completed this year. Leads to
Level 2 Samoan
Possible Career pathways Diplomatic Officer, Translator, Linguist, Social Worker, Teacher, Tour Guide, Hospitality
Technology Construction (11TCC) HoD: Mr Cassidy
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: $65.00 students have to provide specialists items for own projects
Pre-requisite Students must have shown commitment to subject in Year 10 Course description A Unit Standard Course offering Industry supported units of work. This is a practical/theory course that will suit students who have displayed good practical skills at Year 10. This course offers Building and Furniture Industry units. Each unit is Internally Assessed. Units of work have a theory and practical component. Unit Standard credits carry the same value as NCEA credits. Further details obtainable from HoD Technology. Leads to
Level 2 Construction, Apprenticeships, Gateway Programme
Possible Career pathways Construction Site Manager, Builder, Cabinet Maker
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Technology Cookery (11TCK) HoD: Mr Cassidy TiC: Mrs Kanwal
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: $90.00 Food $55.00 Workbook
Pre-requisite Students must have shown commitment to subject in Year 10 Course description This course provides a useful background for many careers in the food industry, hospitality/catering and food technology. Students will learn through theory lessons and activities as well as practical cooking experiences. They will further develop their knowledge and understanding about food, nutrition and the role of these in the health and well-being of themselves, others and society. Topics covered include food safety and the preparation of nutritious food that is safe to eat, prepare fruits and vegetables, hot finger foods and stock, sauces and soups. Understanding ways to prepare eggs, cheese and meat. They learn to prepare these as per requirement using safe and hygienic practices. Leads to
Level 2 Technology Hospitality & Catering, Gateway Programme
Possible Career pathways Brewer, Food Scientist/Technologist, Dietician, Chef, Caterer
Te Reo Maori (11MAO) HoD: Mr Williams
Year 11/Level 1 Course cost: $35.00 approx.
Pre-requisite Achieved level in majority of assessments in Year 10 Te Reo Maori, or if a student is from Kura Kaupapa Maori. Course description Te Reo Māori at Year 11 approximates Levels 5 and 6 of the NZ Curriculum for Te Reo Māori. Level 1 Te Reo Māori focuses on giving and following instructions, communicating about problems, solutions, plans, hopes, wishes, and intentions. It is also about communicating in formal situations. Leads to
Level 2 Te Reo Maori
Possible Career pathways Historian, Translator, Community Worker, Linguist, Archivist, Sociologist, Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Educational Advisor, Review Officer, Tertiary Lecturer, School Principal, Teacher, Policy Analyst, Librarian, Radio, Television, Film Producer, Politician, Journalist
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Visual Art (11Art) HoD: Mrs McIntyre
Year 11/Level 1 TiC: Mr Lafoa’i
Course cost: $75.00 per annum covers basic materials required
Pre-requisite Achieved or better overall average in Year 10 Art Course description This Year 11 course is a direct course of study consisting of 22 credits towards NCEA Level 1. This course encourages students to explore drawing and painting techniques. Leads to Level 2 Visual Art Possible Career pathways Artist, Craftsperson, Textile/Interior/Graphic Designer
NOTES
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NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
To be awarded NCEA Level 1, students must achieve 80 credits at level 1 or above. Included in this total, at least 10 credits are needed in literacy from specified standards and 10 credits in numeracy from specified standards.
To be awarded NCEA Level 2, student must achieve 80 credits, 60 of which must be at level 2 or above. The other 20 credits can be from any level on the NZQF. As from 2013 onwards, the NCEA Level 1 literacy and numeracy requirement must be met to gain NCEA Level 2.
To be awarded NCEA Level 3, student must achieve 80 credits, 60 of which must be at level 3 or above. The other 20 credits can be at level 2 or above on the NZQF. As from 2014 onwards, the NCEA Level 1 literacy and numeracy requirement must be met to gain NCEA Level 3.
Certificate and Course Endorsement – to qualify for a certificate endorsement with Excellence for NCEA, students require 50 credits at Excellence level. An endorsement with Merit requires 50 credits at Merit (or Merit and Excellence). Course endorsement at Merit and Excellence level is also possible. To qualify for either of these, a student must gain 14 credits or more at the level of the endorsement. This must include a minimum of 3 internally assessed credits and 3 externally assessed credits. However, Physical Education and Level 3 Visual Arts course endorsements can be gained without external standards.
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