Year 13 8ESS – Earth and Space Science (NCEA L3)
Course Option Description
Head of Learning Area (HOLA): Miss K. Murray.
Why this course:
We pick up where we left off in 7SCE and continue to explore Earth and Space Science topics, building on the work done at Level 2. This course of learning will give students a strong foundation of skills and knowledge in preparation for tertiary studies in the Earth and Space Sciences.
Course information:
This course is divided into five 6 week learning blocks. 4 of the 5 learning blocks will have an Earth science focus. The final learning block will be planned in conjunction with the students based on areas of interest and future pathways (this may involve a more individualised programme for some students)
Prerequisites
An interest in continuing your study of Science and a minimum of 10 Level 2 credits from any Science discipline.
Assessment Information
This course is assessed using Achievement and/or Unit Standards. Please note exact standards are subject to change and individual assessment programmes may be provided in consultation with student and teacher.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
External
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Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 24
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.