In selecting a programme of study students need to consider:
In planning course and choosing subjects, students needs to consider the following:
All students must take an English, Mathematics and Science course and are to choose three further options to complete their course of study.
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To gain NCEA Level 1 students need 80 credits which includes 10 credits for Numeracy and 10 credits for literacy.
Students will be required to study six subjects. English is compulsory, students will be placed in the appropriate English course by the Head of Department.
Students are to choose five further options to complete their course of study.
The Pathways programme provides students with the opportunity to achieve Level 2 credits while preparing for the world of work.
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Students will be required to study six subjects. Students may also work towards other National Qualifications as well as gaining work experience through the Gateway programme.
Students who are studying scholarship level subject(s) may apply for an independent study. To apply, students need to submit to Mrs McCarthny;
- Written endorsement from the HoD of the scholarship course they are studying
- Confirm that their records show a good record of self management and excellence level results
- Confirmation of an attendance rate of at least 90%
Students may enter one or more scholarship standards (Level 4) as well as their Level 3 standards. This assessement extends the best secondary students and enables the top scholars throughout the country to be identified and acknowledged. Students are expected to synthesise and integrate concepts, and to apply higher level thinking based on in-school and independent learning.
NCEA Level 3 Certificate
Entry Requirements for NCEA Level 3 Courses
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Although not all students complete Level 3 qualifications, those who complete Year 13 and demonstrate the attributes as defined by our school vision will be acknowledged for demonstrating the ability to be responsible, independent, confident, proud, well-balanced and motivated young adults.
They are acknowledged in our Senior Graduation ceremony as part of our academic prizegiving at the completion of their final year.
Applications to study at a higher level will be considered. Students need to demonstrate independent learning abilities, self-management and academic capability. A long term learning plan will be formulated and students will be asked to enter into a contract to maintain high achievement.