New Plymouth Boys’ High School

Visual Art

This course is designed to introduce students to the exciting world of concept art within the game design industry. Students will explore the fundamentals of creating compelling characters and immersive environments that bring video games to life. Through a combination of hands-on projects, students will develop their artistic skills and their understanding of the game design process.

In this course, students will primarily focus on honing their skills using traditional hand-drawn media, emphasising the importance of foundational techniques in character and environment design. They will explore various materials such as pencils, ink, and markers to create detailed sketches and concept art, fostering a strong understanding of basic art principles and manual dexterity.

Complementing this, the course will also introduce basic digital tools and techniques, allowing students to transition some of their work into digital and sculptural formats.

Course Objectives
Foundations of Concept Art:
Understand the role of concept art in game development.
Explore different styles and genres in game design.
Character Design:
Create original characters from concept to final artwork.
Develop skills in anatomy, proportion, and character dynamics. Heroes, villains, and sidekicks.
Learn how to convey personality and backstory through visual elements
Environment Design:
Design detailed and imaginative game environments.
Study perspective, lighting, and spatial relationships.

The Art Department is an inclusive learning and teaching environment, which values student agency, offering group and individual learning activities. It recognises that learning is not a linear or scripted activity, but should have personal meaning, be challenging and fun.

Taking Art in year 9 leads into Painting, Design, and Photography in Years 10 and various senior Art subjects. All Level 3 Art subjects are University Entrance approved.

Art develops transferable skills that are invaluable in careers in the Creative Industry and traditional careers like marketing, technology, healthcare, as well as trade jobs. Effective problem-solving, creativity, and adaptability are essential for success in any job or career in the 21st century.

Computer Science

Digital Media

Health and Physical Education

Social Science - Geography

Social Science - History

Technology Electronics

Technology Metal

Technology Wood

Chemists study many different types of chemical reactions. Learn more about the different types of chemical reaction and what is going on at the sub-microscopic level! This course is designed for those students wishing to study chemistry in the senior school.

Learn about the exciting science behind New Zealand’s primary industries. We will focus on sustainable, community-based initiatives that can be used in home gardens and commercial agriculture. NPBHS is exceptionally well-resourced with a market garden, livestock and hydroponics. You will be involved in “pasture to plate” projects, hands-on experiences and the science of plant and animal production. Be part of a future-focused course that will give you the skills you need to launch an amazing career in this fast-developing industry.

Learn how to take great photos and tell a story with your camera. Gain skills in editing your photos to enhance them and transform your images using Adobe Photoshop into pictures and designs that might seem out of this world. A creative course which opens up pathways to Level 1 Art - Design & Photography, or Art - Paint & Illustrate.

This course is designed to introduce students to the exciting world of concept art within the game design industry. Students will explore the fundamentals of creating compelling characters and immersive environments that bring video games to life. Through a combination of hands-on projects, students will develop their artistic skills and their understanding of the game design process.

In this course, students will primarily focus on honing their skills using traditional hand-drawn media, emphasising the importance of foundational techniques in character and environment design. They will explore various materials such as pencils, ink, and markers to create detailed sketches and concept art, fostering a strong understanding of basic art principles and manual dexterity.

Complementing this, the course will also introduce basic digital tools and techniques, allowing students to transition some of their work into digital and sculptural formats.

Course Objectives
Foundations of Concept Art:
Understand the role of concept art in game development.
Explore different styles and genres in game design.
Character Design:
Create original characters from concept to final artwork.
Develop skills in anatomy, proportion, and character dynamics. Heroes, villains, and sidekicks.
Learn how to convey personality and backstory through visual elements
Environment Design:
Design detailed and imaginative game environments.
Study perspective, lighting, and spatial relationships.


The Art Department is an inclusive learning and teaching environment, which values student agency, offering group and individual learning activities. It recognises that learning is not a linear or scripted activity, but should have personal meaning, be challenging and fun.

Taking Art in year 10leads into various senior Art subjects. All Level 3 Art subjects are University Entrance approved.

Art develops transferable skills that are invaluable in careers in the Creative Industry and traditional careers like marketing, technology, healthcare, as well as trade jobs. Effective problem-solving, creativity, and adaptability are essential for success in any job or career in the 21st century.

Grow your confidence in toi ataata (visual arts) through completing practical projects in printmaking and drawing. Strengthen your creative processes through experimentation with different media while exploring your own ideas. This is a great introduction to Level 1 Art - Design & Photography or Art - Paint & Illustrate.

Do you want to learn how to sketch and paint, or are you a confi dent artist? Whatever your skill-level, you will explore your own interests in this fun and creative course. You will use different media and techniques to develop your ideas. This is a great introduction to Level 1 Art - Design & Photography, or Art - Paint & Illustrate.

The Year 10 Athlete Development Programme is designed to develop the strength and conditioning of our athletes while at the same time developing sport-specific skills. Students in rugby, cricket, hockey, basketball, football, and along with individual sports, will work directly with the school’s sports directors/coaches in sport-specific sessions. They will also have the opportunity to enhance their tactical and decision-making processes. Students must be playing their chosen sport for the school and also have the desired attributes to succeed in the course.

When selecting 10ADP, please state in the notes which programme you want to be enrolled in.

This course is designed for students who are wanting to pursue a career in or around the sports industry. Students will look at sports marketing, finance, legislation, leadership, issues facing sports, and combine some of these to create their own sports club/organisation.

What is disease and how does it affect our body? How does our body sense the environment around us? What are some of the ways medical science can help? We will look at how our body works, what can go wrong and how it copes with the world around us. Particular focus will be on the immunity, visual, auditory and nervous systems. The course is for anyone interested in how the human body functions, but will also explore health science career possibilities.

The Computer Science course is designed for students who want to learn programming in a game-design context. They will be introduced to the creation of simple arcade games using the open source software Gamemaker and use html and css to create websites which tell a story. Students will continue to develop skills in digital literacy including fi le management and research as well as being introduced to some key programming concepts in Python and App Inventor which will prepare them for senior-level Computer Science courses. Theoretical knowledge including number systems such as binary, and usability of interfaces will also be taught.

Digital Media is designed for a student wanting to create and manipulate a range of media products including: the visual arts/performing arts, web-pages, graphics, animations, and video. Students gain knowledge in theory related to media products, create web-pages, original images, animations, and video. The technology design process is used to develop an outcome and manage an original project.

Year 10 Drama offers students the opportunity to express themselves in a range of creative ways. Students will develop confidence in using their voices, bodies, movement, and use of space. Drama creation, drama rehearsing and performance, stage-managing, teamwork and film-making are all key aspects covered in this course. Students will be fully prepared for the transition into Level 1 Drama. Year 9 Drama transitions into this course, but it is not a requirement.

This course is designed for students who are interested in travelling, working, or studying abroad. Students may simply wish to learn a beautiful romantic language or they may hope to open up career options. Through learning French, students will discover new cultures and develop a different perspective on the world and their place in it. This half year course covers a wide variety of content, including how to talk about personal details, family and friends, hobbies, school, music, food, holidays, and the places we live. French classes are very interactive and taught in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. This course can lead on to Level 1 French.

Graphics is the subject of visual communication through drawing, design, and presentation techniques. The Year 10 course will allow students to develop their creativity and learn about the practice of designing. Students will make informed decisions on aesthetic and functional aspects of design and develop a range of drawing skills, including 3D Computer-Modelling.

Home Economics develops awareness of individual dietary needs and the needs of family members. This course is an introduction to Level 1 Hospitality (NCEA Level 1). Practical skills will be developed and a variety of nutritious dishes will be produced. Students will learn to work in organised and co-operative teams.

If you ever watch the news, there is always talk about government and political issues: both in New Zealand and around the world. This course will look at different political systems around the world as well as current political issues within New Zealand. Various countries that are topical in the news will be investigated.

This course is designed for students who are interested in travelling overseas, working or studying internationally. Through learning Mandarin, students will discover new cultures and develop a different perspective on the world and their place in it. This half-year course covers a wide variety of content, including how to talk about personal details, family and friends, hobbies, school, music, food, holidays, and the places we live. Mandarin classes are very interactive and taught in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.

This course is an introduction to Māori Performing Arts. Tauira will be introduced and developed the origins and essential performance components skills. Tauira learn through the medium of Haka, Mōteatea, Waiata-aringa, maurākau, and takaro Māori. Whanaungatanga is developed through this course. This course leads in to Level 1Māori Performing Arts.

Physics and Chemistry combine in this course to look at the science of transportation. Learn about existing and emerging fuels, the internal combustion engine, and design and build an electric motor. This course is designed for those students interested in studying Physics in the senior school.

This is a continuation of the Year 9 course where students learn basic guitar/keyboard and a little music theory. It will involve students in the creative process and foster an appreciation of music. Students will work on individualised plans based on instruments and skill level. This course is not intended for students who want to study NCEA Music theory in the senior school.

This is a half year course, rich in literacy, designed for students who want to understand music and who want to pursue a career in the industry after secondary study. (University/ Polytechnic). The course is designed to enable students to read and analyse written music, compose pieces of music or songs, and to improve their aural capabilities. Completion of this class will allow students to undertake literacy-rich standards in NCEA Music and gain endorsement through external examinations.

A course designed to look at how the Earth works: volcanoes, earthquakes, wild weather, pollution, the effects on living things, and climate change – how we can make a difference to our planet! This course is designed for those students with an interest in taking senior Science courses.

The emphasis of this course is on reading music and practical development leading to NCEA Music. Students in this class will most likely be part of various bands. Students will work on an individualised plan based on instrument and skill level.

Robotics offers a range of hardware for students to use and program. The hardware includes use of Edison, Raspberry Pi, mBot, and Vex equipment. Skills learned include planning, prototyping, and coding. Students can design and create a robot for a competition.

This course is designed for students who are interested in travelling, working or studying abroad. Students may simply wish to learn a widely-spoken romantic language or they may hope to open up career options. Through learning Spanish, students will discover new cultures and develop a different perspective on the world and their place in it. This half year course covers a wide variety of content, including how to talk about personal details, family and friends, hobbies, school, music, food, holidays, and the places we live. Spanish classes are very interactive and taught in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. This course leads onto Level 1 Spanish.

Sport in Education (SIE) is currently offered over three year levels at NPBHS. The Year 9 and 10 programmes focus on skill development through thematic and integrated learning opportunities. The core class subject teachers work closely together to offer dynamic and engaging content which is based around sport and movement as well as thematic and project-based work. 

Tauira will learn conversational Māori, waiata, karakia, kēmu, and haka in practical situations which include heritage, values, and customs. Tauira will apply their knowledge in real-life situations such as pōwhiri, tangihanga, and cultural festivals. This course encompasses an oral, as well as a written approach to learning Te Reo Māori.

The course has an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises. Students will develop electronic products and/or systems through the planning and design process. The course will build on the development of the electronic products learnt in Year 9. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

Technology Metal is based around specific materials, tools, machinery, and processes used in creating solutions, primarily out of mild steel and engineering materials. This course is ideal for students who enjoy designing and building projects. It will allow students to be creative and show ingenuity with simple project work, along with covering recognised and fundamental workshop knowledge and practice in set tasks. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

Technology Wood is a stimulating and demanding course where students have the opportunity to make a furniture project using timber as the main medium. The development and application of related knowledge in tools, materials, and processes that specifically relate to the woodworking environment will be taught, with furniture-making being the primary outcome. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This is a follow on to Tikanga ā-kura at Yr9. Tauira will have the opportunity to learn more about their local area of Taranaki. This would tie into Aotearoa History - Te takanga o te wā where it would be presented through fi ve themes. Whakapapa, Tūrangawaewae, Mana Motuhake, Kaitiakitanga, and Whanaungatanga. Tauira will have the opportunities to learn the stories from our local hapū, iwi members around the maunga of Taranaki. There is also a possibility that tauira will be able to visit key historical sites and key iwi days in history.

This course looks at the new and exciting world of cryptocurrencies cryptocurrencies the sharemarket and property, the sharemarket, and property investment. Students will actively understand how they work and what this means for their future.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain understanding and skills in primary production. Students will need to have a natural curiosity about science, practical work, and the outdoors. It covers practical skills, environment, and primary production in New Zealand. Note: Students may take compulsory AgriScience and optional Science.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of the Classical World. Ancient Roman and Greek Civilisation (Classics) encourages students to make links between the past and present civilisations by exploring diverse values and traditions, viewed from their cultural perspectives and those of others. Students will also develop research and source analysis skills. The year will be divided into three units: Olympian Gods and Greek Mythology, Homer’s Iliad and the Trojan War and Athenian Art and Architecture.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in either the Armed Forces or the Police. It covers historical and contemporary issues related to the New Zealand Armed Forces and Police. Students will gain a realistic understanding of the role of our Armed Forces and Police in our past, present and future. Students will also gain an understanding of how our justice system works through dealing with real-life cases that have come before the courts.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in either the Armed Forces or the Police. It covers historical and contemporary issues related to the New Zealand Armed Forces and the Police. Students will understand the humanitarian role our Armed Forces play in New Zealand and around the world, as well as being actively involved in their own social action for Taranaki.

This course is tailored for students who wish to gain an understanding of the design process as it applies to Art. It covers basic photography and Photoshop skills, design layout and presentation techniques both by hand and using Adobe Illustrator. By the end of the year, the boys will have produced a two-panel folio board where they show off their ideas, technical and media skills.

This is a hands is a hands on - course providing boys with an opportunity course providing boys with an opportunity to develop their creativity and critical thinking. Boys generate and extend their ideas in a self-directed and collaborative environment. By the end of the year, the boys will have produced a two-panel folio board where they show off their ideas, technical and media skills.

L1 Athletic Development Programme 1 (Half Year)

L1 Athletic Development Programme 2 (Half Year)

This course is designed for students who may wish to enter one of the trade-related industries in the future. It covers an introduction to cash management, accounting and business marketing. This is a half-year internally assessed course.

This course uses the concepts of Accounting, Business Studies and Economics. It is a foundation course for the subjects of Accounting, Business Studies and Economics in Year 12. The course looks at how businesses make choices in relation to Economics. Students will learn to market a product to command a price and how to report the outcomes of sales. Commerce will use case studies and guest speakers to give students a detailed understanding of how it works in real world scenarios

This course is designed for students who want to learn skills in Computer Science as well as work on their own project idea. This course is helpful for students wishing to pursue a career in computer programming or game creation or undertake a Science, Business or Engineering degree at university. This course covers: knowledge of how to plan a computer program, learning the structures and syntax including loops, decisions, lists, and functions when programming in Python as well as a knowledge of algorithms, programs and informal instructions. Students will build a computer and problem-solve issues arising from this. This course also covers the technology design process which students follow to design and create the best outcome. Students will need to be self-motivated, and have a good level of literacy. Students should have a Windows laptop. Preferably the completion of Year 9 or 10 Computer Science.

This course is designed for students who want to increase their confidence in cooking, knife skills and gain a nationally recognised food safety qualification. It covers basic foods and how to cook them to industry standards.

L1 Dance

This course is designed for students wanting to develop a range of skills in Digital Media. They will use visual communication strategies as well as a range of software to produce digital outcomes that communicate ideas and solve problems. Digital Media L1 covers skills in graphic design, web coding including HTML and CSS, 2D and coded animation techniques, design theory and layout, design proposals, data management, audio creation and UX. Use of a student laptop is recommended and headphones are required. It is recommended that students have completed 10 Digital Media, or Computer Science.

This course will introduce students to the basics of practical drama. Students will be offered at least two opportunities to perform publicly. This will provide a pathway for dramatists and performers to create a career on the stage, in television, film and radio work.

English is compulsory at Level 1. Students will be placed in the appropriate class, according to their academic ability in English. As such, students could be placed in a full year internal/ external course or a full year internal course. There are extension classes for students who excel in English, a Sport in Education class for students who enjoy learning within a sport context, and a class designed for those students for whom English is not their first language. Depending on the level of the class, topics covered include: writing, speaking, reading connections across texts, written and unfamiliar text.

This course is designed for students who want to design and build their own project to address an identified need or opportunity. The course will require students to plan, research, develop a design and experiment with materials and processes. This will result in the construction of a prototype and evaluation of the design against a brief.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a good understanding of the world they live in. It covers Extreme Natural Events (Earthquakes around the World), Research (Mt Taranaki), a local Geographic issue (Oil and Gas Exploration), Global Patterns (fertility rates and Global Population), investigations into Taranaki using Google Earth, volcanoes and earthquakes, Geographic Skills and concepts.

This course is designed for students who want to develop their creativity, learn about the practice of designing (initiation and developing ideas), make qualitative judgements (informed decisions on aesthetic and functional aspects of design) and develop a range of drawing (visual communication) and 3D computer modelling skills. It covers: developing design ideas; initiating, exploring and refining design ideas; communicating an outcome in response to a spatial design brief. A laptop is useful for this course.

This course will suit students who wish to develop their understanding of how to manage their lives in this ever-changing world. Topics covered include: how to make behavioural changes (including practical ), developing assertiveness and listening skills, learning coping skills for times of crisis, and understanding the concepts to do with positive sexuality.

This course is designed for students who wish to fi nd out more about the events which have shaped our world. It covers a range of significant events including the 1st Taranaki Land War and Black Civil Rights in America, as well as research and source analysis skills.

This course is designed for students who want to increase their confidence in cooking, knife skills and gain a nationally recognised food safety qualification. It covers basic foods and how to cook them to industry standards.

This course is designed for students who do not wish to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics at higher levels. It covers theory from a range of science topics with students completing three internal standards. Note: Students may take compulsory Science (Internal) and optional AgriScience.

This course is designed to offer the tauira Level 1 and Level 2 credits over a 2-year period. All credits at this level count towards Level 1 as well. This course is theory, practical and supportive of te reo mea ona tikanga Māori.

Mathematics is compulsory at Level 1. Students will be placed in the appropriate class, based on their academic ability in Mathematics. As such, students could be placed in a full year internal/external course or a full year internal course. There are also extension classes for students who excel in Mathematics, and a numeracy class for those who need extra support in their learning.

This course is designed for students who want a practical Engineering course covering basic engineering skills such as welding and machining along with design and development. It covers the design and building of a project in which students will learn basic engineering skills and knowledge. Students should have their own Windows laptop. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who want a practical Engineering course covering basic engineering skills such as welding and machining. It covers Unit Standards which are obtained by building a project and demonstrating basic engineering skills. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

Money Management is about what it sounds like; giving students the basic skills to navigate their personal finances in a world full of excess and options. From credit and debit cards to goal setting and investments this course will give you an understanding and improve your financial management skills. This course is for students who want to do something other than L1 Commerce or continue into Commerce in the senior school. It is focused on personal money management. This course will focus on incomes and budgets.

Money Management is about what it sounds like; giving students the basic skills to navigate their personal finances in a world full of excess and options. From credit and debit cards to goal setting and investments this course will give you an understanding and improve your financial management skills. This course is for students who want to do something other than L1 Commerce or continue into Commerce in the senior school. It is focused on personal money management. This course will focus on goal setting, credit and debit, and investing.

Music Practical (Half Year)

Key skill areas: Self management, organisation, relating to others, communication, critical thinking. This is a course for students who wish to pursue theoretical music skills leading to tertiary or further study in Music. The main prerequisite is that they must be at a Grade 3 Trinity theory level (approximately 3 years theory) or above.

Course limited to 20 students. This course is designed for students interested in a career in the Outdoor Recreation industry, or who want the personal development associated with taking on outdoor challenges. This semester course covers a range of outdoor skills, as well as teamwork, leadership, taking responsibility, independence and initiative. Some class time outside of school hours is required, approximately once a week.

This course is designed for students who want to develop their interest and understanding behind the science of human movement and athletic performance. Through both practical and theoretical components, students will explore the body’s functions and structures within movement, development of interpersonal skills and physical skills in a range of activities, and societal influences on physical activity and participation.

This course is designed for students who want to develop their understanding of human movement and athletic performance. There is a mixture of theory and practical components to this course which develops the student’s interpersonal skills through sporting contexts, investigates the function of the body in movement, and societal influences on physical activity.

Explore the relationship between politics and economics in our thought-provoking Political Economy course. Gain insights into and examine how political institutions shape economic outcomes and vice versa. You will engage in lively debates on geographic events and their impact on policies, globalisation, inequality, market regulation, and financial viability. You will also explore social actions that can be taken to challenge or support the actions of a higher-order organisation.

This course is designed for students wishing to pursue tertiary study in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or another Science major. It covers knowledge of how to plan a project: knowledge of developing a prototype, skills in computer programming, an understanding of simple robotics, and use of a student’s Windows laptop. Uses Raspberry Pi and/or Edison and/or mBot, and/or Vex robotics gear.

This course is designed for students who wish to study sciences at higher levels. It covers theory in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and practical investigations. 

Note: Students may take compulsory Science and optional AgriScience.

This course offers students a practical opportunity to learn and explore lighting and sound, for staging and performance. Students will learn how to use sound and lighting gear through the preparation and running of live shows. This course provides a fantastic opportunity for boys to work in a team and build behind-the-scene skills that can be used for years to come.

The Spanish course uses a variety of resources which enables teachers to customise the course to meet individual learning needs. Students will further develop their language skills and confidence, particularly in communicating beyond the immediate context, in both past and future contexts. Students are exposed to a much higher level of spoken Spanish than in Year 10, in order to more closely imitate a full immersion experience.

Tauira will learn to develop their kōrero, whakarongo and tuhi strategies especially for second language learners. Tauira will apply their knowledge in different situations. Tauira will gain a better understanding as well as build their confi dence in Te Reo Māori. Year 10 Māori is recommended.

Technology Electronics is a creative activity aimed at meeting needs and opportunities through the development of BASIC electronic products or systems. BASIC knowledge, skills and resources are combined to solve real-world practical problems. It requires planning, design, justification of decisions, experimentation, team-work and the efficient and effective management of resources. The course is based in the electronics classroom and has an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who want an academic/ practical course covering product design within an engineering environment. It covers: designing and building a product that meets a need or opportunity that you have investigated, learning computer-aided design, learning advanced engineering skills, using a student’s Windows laptop to run design software, and writing reports including explaining design decisions. Students should have their own Windows laptop. Year 10 Technology Metal is desirable. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who want the opportunity to work through a technological process specifically designing projects in and using timber/wood-based materials as the main medium by making a toolbox and a bar stool. It covers the following skills: following workshop procedures, including those for safety, making specified projects, with some design variation; performing simple measurements and calculations; identifying and using common woodworking joints, and demonstrating knowledge of tools and materials used in furniture making and construction. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is for those intending to gain an introduction to basic construction technology and woodworking skills. The purpose of this course is to recognise fundamental knowledge and skills relevant to a building trade occupation, covering workshop procedures and use of common woodworking joints. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who may wish to pursue a career in Accounting or Commerce. It will also allow students to maintain the accounts for their own business in the future. It covers basic accounting language and concepts, processing of transactions via an accounting software package (Xero), maintenance of accounting records and the creation of financial statements.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of the relationship between agriculture, science and commerce in a New Zealand farming context.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding and skills in plant and animal management. It covers livestock production techniques; commercial livestock practices, and plant management practices. By selecting this option, students will have the option to complete an academic AgriScience course here at NPBHS or opt into a Trades Academy practical course based on unit standards at WITT.

This course is designed for students who wish to further develop their knowledge and understanding of the Classical World. Ancient Roman and Greek Civilisation (Classics) encourages students to make links between past and present civilisations, and to imagine a possible future, by exploring diverse values and traditions. Students will also develop research and source analysis skills. The year will be divided into four units: The Big Bang - The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii Art and Architecture, or Athenian Socio-Political life, the Spartan 300 and the Odyssey by Homer.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in either the Armed Forces or the Police. It covers historical and current issues related to the Armed Forces and the Police. Students will gain a realistic understanding of the role our Armed Forces play in New Zealand and around the world, as well as understanding what causes people to commit crimes.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in either the Armed Forces or the Police. It covers historical and current issues related to the Armed Forces and the Police. Students will gain a realistic understanding of the role our Armed Forces play in New Zealand and around the world, as well as masterminding their own contribution to New Zealand society.

Students will become familiar with the practices and processes of design, extending their understanding of digital illustration and graphic design, and honing their critical-thinking skills through experimentation. By the end of the year, the students will produce a two-panel folio illustrating individual outcomes in response to industry-style briefs.

This course is designed for students with a hands-on opportunity to unleash their creativity and develop their critical thinking. Students will systematically generate and extend their personal ideas in a self-directed and collaborative environment which will enable them to excel. By the end of the year, students will have produced a two-panel folio board where they show off their ideas, technical painting, and media skills.

This course is tailored for students who wish to gain an understanding of photography processes as they apply to Art. It covers basic photography skills, how to operate a camera and how to develop ideas to produce a systematic body of work while looking at established practice. The students complete three standards including a photographic folio of work of two panels.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a better understanding of the biological world and is recommended for students planning to study health or veterinary science at tertiary level. The course involves: a practical investigation, analyzing the validity of biological information, research into a body system across a range of animal groups, exploring the rocky shore ecological community, and understanding the importance of genetic variation and how genes are expressed.

Want to be a builder or tradesman? Great at practical work but struggle with written elements? Then the Building Academy is for you. 

This course is tailor-made for aspiring builders and tradespeople. Through hands-on experience, you'll master skills essential for the job, from crafting tennis pavilions to community projects. No textbooks here, just practical learning as you build for 4 out of 5 periods a day. 

Gain your level 2 through alternative pathways, including a once a day class in Future Pathways, a one day a week Trades Academy course at WITT and specialized skill training like chainsaw and forklift operation. Practical minds thrive in this course. 

This course is for students who are planning to transition into an apprenticeship or the workforce the following year.

If you select this course it will replace all other subjects.

This course is designed for students wanting to focus on specific skills for building and construction trade. It covers knowing workshop policies and workshop procedures including safety; knowing properties of and use of common construction materials; performing measurements and calculations; selecting and using a range of tools and equipment to complete Level 2 BCATS projects; planning and carrying out the construction of Level 2 BCATS projects; and completing projects such as an Adirondack Chair and construction equipment such as a saw-stool or small step ladder. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who wish to enter one of the trade-related industries in the future. It covers an introduction to human resource management and loading accounting transactions into accounting computer software (Xero). This is a half-year internally assessed course.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of how New Zealand businesses operate. It covers; worker motivation, market research, major global New Zealand businesses and gives an insight into the internal and external factors that influence New Zealand businesses.

This course is designed for students with a good level of Algebra. It is aimed at students who may wish to go on to do Calculus in Level 3, however still leads onto Statistics. Topics covered are algebra, coordinate geometry, systems of equations, calculus, and trigonometry. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Mathematics.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of how the material world operates. Any student wishing to undertake university courses in chemistry should take this course. It covers bonding and energy changes, organic chemistry, chemical reactivity, redox and quantitative analysis. Assessment will be from a selection of the listed standards, based on individual needs.

This course is designed for students wishing to pursue a career, in computer programming or game creation or undertake a Science, Business or Engineering degree at University. It covers: learning the structures and syntax when programming in Python including functions, lists and dictionaries and a GUI; a knowledge of data representation, encoding and usability heuristics. Students will plan and manage their own programming project. Students need a Windows laptop.

L2 Dance

This course is designed for students wishing to pursue a career in a wide range of areas as being familiar with techniques and processes in media creation is now a feature of many career paths. The learning of digital skills is focused around a student directed project. It covers: creating original images; knowledge of web coding including html and css; 2D animation techniques; video creation techniques; a knowledge of design theory, fi le management, copyright issues and content creation, students will create a database using SQL. The use of a student’s Windows laptop is recommended.

This course is designed to ignite the passion and enthusiasm for drama at NPBHS. It will include internal assessments which will centre around a number of key performances and written work. The structure and delivery style of the course will be dictated by student-led discussions.

This course is designed for students who have an interest in the sciences which cause extreme Earth events in New Zealand, Astronomy, paleontology and geology and can demonstrate an understanding of physical principles related to the Earth System.

This course is designed for students who wish to understand how major events affect our economy and the possible responses open to the government. It covers the causes of economic growth, the effects of inflation, and government policies within the economy.

English is compulsory at Level 2. Students will be placed in the appropriate class, based on their academic ability in English. As such, students could be placed in a full year internal/external course or a full year internal course. There is also the option of placing students in a half year English class allowing them to study an extra half year course of their choice. Depending on the level of class, topics covered include: writing, speaking, connections across texts, and/or a response to studied written text and unfamiliar text.

This half-year course is designed for students who have struggled with the demands of Level 1 English, and who are not looking to gain University Entrance Literacy. 10 credits are on offer. These include a mixture of achievement and unit standards. Placement in this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty.

L2 English for Academic Purposes

This course is designed for students who find English challenging and who are considering a career in the trades, the building industry, or retail. Students who decide to take `English for Industry’, would have studied Internal English at Level  One. The focus is on offering  practical, useful assessments which are achievable. Integral to this course will be the establishment of industry links between New Plymouth Boys’ High and Taranaki businesses in the meat processing, real estate and building sectors. There will be off-site visits to these businesses throughout the year.

English Language

This course is designed for students who have a good level of craftsmanship and an ability or desire to work independently to produce quality items of furniture in the school workshop. It covers areas including: Implementing advanced procedures to make a specified item of furniture; demonstrating knowledge of tools and materials used in furniture making; using portable power tools and machinery for furniture making; applying a basic level of project planning and management; and completing furniture such as a nightstand/cabinet and a storage unit/chest. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

Gateway – Te Tomokanga builds the links between school and business and allows schools to offer workplace learning opportunities for their students. The programme will develop students’ vocational skills while still at school. Students will be able to get fi rst-hand experience of what it is like in the workforce, and also to begin the qualifications needed in ‘today’s job market’. Students are encouraged to go out and fi nd their own placement. All Gateway students complete three Health and Safety units before they begin their placement. Students are in a training situation and are not paid while on Gateway placement. Students who opt for this for this course will need to go through an interview process as there are only 65 placements available.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a good understanding of the world they live in. It covers: Patterns of Urban Sprawl (Auckland), Difference in Development (Singapore and Vietnam), Research (Waiwhakaiho River), a local Geographic issue (water rights), Global Patterns, and Geographic Skills and Concepts.

This course is designed for students who want to develop their creativity, learn about the practice of designing, make qualitative judgements, informed decisions on aesthetic and functional aspects of design, and develop a range of visual communication and 3D computer modelling skills. This is done through the context of architecture and spatial design. It covers developing design ideas, which involve initiating, exploring and refining design ideas, informed by research, leading to the communication of an outcome in response to a spatial design brief. A laptop is necessary

This course is designed for students who have an interest in Product Design. It covers the design process associated with the development of a product in response to a brief. Students will learn about visual communication techniques, including sketching, drawing, rendering, and CAD modeling as well as gaining an understanding of industrial manufacturing processes. This course also investigates the importance of ongoing research and stakeholder feedback to create a resolved final design that is fi t for purpose.

This course will suit students who are interested in their own health and want to investigate some of the issues that plague our society today. For those possibly interested in a career somewhere in the field of health, this course will be a great starter package. Topics studied will include: analysis of an adolescent health issue, a deep dive into some of the controversial issues to do with human nutrition, developing an understanding of the importance of physical activity for young people, and investigating the factors involved in managing change situations.

This course is designed for students who wish to continue their inquiry into momentous events of the 20th century. Students are given the opportunity to advance the skills they developed in the Level 1 course. Students will complete research on New Zealand’s Military History and gain an understanding of 20th century Vietnamese history and New Zealand’s perspective on the war.

This course is designed for students who wish to experience more cookery methods, gain more confidence with their knife skills and time management, and who possibly would like a career in the Hospitality industry. It covers a variety of cookery methods, good basic knowledge of foodstuffs and increases knife handling skills and food safety skills.

L2 Mandarin

This course is designed for Level 2 and Level 3 standards. It has both practical and theory elements and is supportive of Te Reo Mea Ona Tikanga Māori.

This half year Mathematics course is designed for students who would benefit from internally assessed standards. Calculus is not covered in this course. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty. When taken in conjunction with Level 2 Mathematics (Statistics) (half year) this course forms a full year course.

This half year Mathematics (Statistics) course is designed for students who would benefit from internally assessed standards. This course involves the use and interpretation of real-life data through a series of statistical investigations. The emphasis is on application to practical problems and the use of computers is required. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty. When taken in conjunction with L2 Mathematics (half year) this course forms a full year course.

This course is designed for students wanting a practical Engineering course covering engineering skills such as welding and machining along with computer aided design and development. It covers unit standards based skills and knowledge and project work. Students should have a Windows laptop. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This first half of Financial Planning 1 course is designed for students who wish to develop an understanding of how and why becoming financially stable is important in the future. This half year course is Unit Standard based with topics ranging from insurance to budgeting.

This second half of Financial Planning 2 course is designed for students who wish to develop an understanding of how and why becoming financially stable is important in the future. This half year course is Unit Standard based with topics ranging from insurance to budgeting.

This is a course for students who want to gain practical skills in playing and performing with an instrument or voice. Students must have completed L1 NCEA or be at a similar standard (4+ years playing). Some note reading lessons may be required. Key skill areas : Self management, Organisation, Relating to others, Communication, Critical thinking.

This is a course for students who wish to pursue theoretical music skills leading to tertiary or further study in Music. Key skill areas : Self management, Organisation, Relating to others, Communication, Critical thinking.

This course is designed for students interested in a career in the outdoor recreation industry, or who want the personal development associated with taking on outdoor challenges. It covers a range of outdoor skills, as well as teamwork, leadership, taking responsibility, independence, and initiative. Some class-time outside of school hours is required approximately once a week. This is the premier Outdoor Education course. Assessment includes overnight expeditions on Mounga Taranaki, two-day mountain-biking trips, or a five-day winter excursion in Tongariro National Park. Course is limited to 20 students.

This course combines both practical and theory elements with the aim to develop the fundamental knowledge required for you to examine movement, sport and exercise. This course has a strong academic base, where understanding theoretical concepts of movement is pivotal to successfully applying knowledge to a range of practical situations. Level 2 Physical Education covers the science behind improvement in skills performance and training, and building leadership capacity and ability to take action to improve experiences for themselves and others.

This course is designed for students who wish to develop their understanding of biophysical principles of training and examine personal and peer leadership strategies. There is a mix of practical and theory work. Students will be encouraged to develop their own thinking and research skills so that good decisions can be made to improve quality of life.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of how the physical world operates. It covers basic mechanics, waves and electrical theory with additional topics in atomic physics and experimental methods.

This course is designed for students wishing to pursue tertiary study in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or another Science major. It covers: knowledge of how to plan a project, knowledge of developing a prototype, skills in computer programming, an understanding of robotics, and use of a student’s Windows laptop. Uses Raspberry Pi, Edison, mBot, and Vex gear.

This course is designed for students who wish to maintain a Science subject but do not wish to specialize. It is a course based on the needs of the students and will be taught around real-life contexts. It will enable all students to have a good basic knowledge of Science and its related disciplines.

This course offers students a practical opportunity to learn and explore lighting and sound, for staging and performance. Students will learn how to use sound and lighting gear through the preparation and running of live shows. This course provides a fantastic opportunity for boys to work in a team and build behind-the-scene skills that can be used for years to come.

The aim of this course is to further students’ language skills so that they are more confident and skilled in expressing and justifying their own ideas and opinions, and supporting or challenging those of others. This Level 2 course is organised into FOUR modules based on the language ideas and activities suggested in the Spanish Curriculum Guide: http://learninglanguages-guides.tki.org.nz/Spanish.

An alternative Unit Standard programme established for those students who are choosing a vocational pathway. Sport and Recreation places a high value on practical learning and developing holistic life skills. With a focus on leadership, interpersonal skills, and independence, this course allows students to become socially responsible citizens through movement contexts. Students will learn and apply these skills by participating and exploring the roles of an effective coach, official, and teammate. Students will be given the opportunity to conduct coaching sessions for local contributing schools and partake in a range of team sports. The intention for this course is to allow students to develop transferable skills in a variety of disciplines.

An alternative Unit Standard programme established for those students who are choosing a vocational pathway. Sport and Recreation places a high value on practical learning and developing holistic life skills. With a focus on leadership, interpersonal skills, and independence, this course allows students to become socially responsible citizens through movement contexts. Students will learn and apply these skills by participating and exploring the roles of an effective coach, official, and team-mate. Students will be given the opportunity to conduct coaching sessions for local contributing schools and partake in a range of team sports. The intention for this course is to allow students to develop transferable skills in a variety of disciplines.

This course is designed for students who have an interest in sports and wish to gain an understanding of how to manage a sporting event or athlete. It covers: marketing and motivation strategies. This is a half-year internally assessed course.

This course is designed for students who wish to study statistics. This course involves the study of probability and the use and interpretation of data through a series of statistical investigations. The emphasis is on application to practical problems and the use of computers is required. The pathway to Scholarship Statistics is through this course. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty.

Tauira will continue to develop their kōrero, whakarongo and tuhi strategies especially for second language learners. Tauira will apply their knowledge in different settings by creating a portfolio in these areas. Tauira will continue to build their confidence in Te Reo Māori.

Technology Electronics is a creative activity aimed at meeting needs and opportunities through the development of advanced electronic products or systems. Advanced knowledge, skills and resources are combined to solve real-world practical problems. It requires planning, design, justifi cation of decisions, experimentation, team-work and the efficient and effective management of resources. The course is based in the electronics classroom and has an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students wanting to either enter a trade or study at University. It covers planning within an engineering environment and computer aided design along with advanced engineering skills and requires a Windows laptop. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of how the tourism industry works. This course forms the basis for other tourism courses. It covers the business of tourism, work roles in tourism, and an introduction to world tourism.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a basic understanding of tourism as it relates to New Zealand. It covers: Tourist destinations in New Zealand, as well as aspects of Māori tourism.

This course is designed for students wanting to experience basic building construction technology skills. It covers: interpreting and using plans, specifi cations and working drawings related to Level 2 BCATS projects; carrying out workshop procedures, including safety, to make a cupboard given set plans and specifi cations; and completing a storage cupboard/cabinet with a drawer and door. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in Accounting or Commerce. Students will also understand how to maintain the accounts for their own business in the future. It covers basic accounting language and concepts, processing of transactions, the creation of financial statements and the analysis of financial statements. Students will also look at pricing and business partnerships.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain further understanding of the relationship between agriculture, science and commerce in a New Zealand farming context.

This course is designed for students who want to gain an understanding of New Zealand Primary Industries, the marketing of products, an understanding of production processes, and environmental science specific to production. By selecting this option, students will have the option to embark in a wide range of careers in the agricultural and/or horticultural industry.

This course is designed for students who wish to further develop their knowledge and understanding of the Classical World. Ancient Roman and Greek Civilisation (Classics) encourages students to make links between past and present civilisations, to imagine a possible future by exploring diverse values and traditions, viewed from their own cultural perspectives and those of others. Classical studies prepares students for informed and active citizenship in New Zealand and the modern world with the focus on political leadership, and methods of propaganda. The year will be divided into three units: Augustus - First Emperor of Rome; the Aeneid; Roman Art and Architecture.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the Army, Navy, Airforce or the Police, or have a specific interest in these areas. It covers both historical and current issues as well as providing practical information to prepare students for joining one of New Zealand’s forces.

This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the Army, Navy, Airforce or the Police, or have a specific interest in these areas. It covers both historical and current issues as well as providing practical information to prepare students for joining one of New Zealand’s forces.

Students will use the practices and processes of design, building on their understanding of digital illustration and graphic design acquired during Level 2 Art Studio - Design. Students will hone their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills through experimentation, in response to industry-style briefs of their own making. By the end of the year, the students will produce a three-panel folio illustrating in-depth outcomes in response to the brief they have chosen.

This course will provide students with a grounding in technical painting skills and established practice knowledge. Students will be enabled to develop individual ways of working, including skills for research, creative development processes, and inventive problem solving approaches. Emphasis is placed on developing independent ways of working to develop and extend students initial ideas.

This practical course provides the boys with the technical skills and the aesthetics to be able to succeed in this field. Students will learn how to operate their cameras and how to use the relevant computer software with facility to produce a workbook and an externally assessed three-panel folio.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a better understanding of the biological world. The course involves: understanding how plants and animals respond to their environment, a practical investigation, researching a socio-scientific issue, exploring how the human body maintains a stable internal environment (homeostasis), and studying human evolution.

This is a NON-WORKSHOP BASED COURSE ie all standards are assessed with practical work being building/construction projects undertaken around the school (or for nearby stakeholders). By studying and completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate that they; know policies and carry out site procedures, including safety and induction for a relevant construction environment; select and use a broad range of construction materials to complete projects; interpret and use plans, working drawings and specifications to complete projects; perform measurements and calculations to complete projects; select and use a range of tools and equipment, including machinery, to complete projects; plan, carry out, and manage to complete projects; demonstrate a broad range of knowledge related to: construction tools, materials and processes. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of how a New Zealand global business operates. It covers marketing, human resource management and gives an insight into the internal and external factors that influence a business that operates in a global context.

This course is designed for students who are looking to study mathematically rich subjects at university. It covers, simultaneous equations, the algebra of complex numbers, differentiation, and integration. There is also the option of entering for scholarship for those students who wish to be entered into this. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Mathematics.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of how the material world operates. Any students wishing to undertake university courses in chemistry should take this course. It covers properties and thermodynamics, organic chemistry, equilibria, redox and spectroscopy. Assessment will be from a selection of the listed standards, based on individual needs.

This course is designed for students who want to learn skills in programming, building on those learned in the Level 2 Computer Science course. It covers using classes and events in Python, building a graphical interface for the user using TKinter. Students also work on their own project idea in the areas covered by the Digital Technologies curriculum Students will need to be self-motivated, have a high level of time management skills and a good level of literacy. Students choose assessment standards that match their project. Students need to use a laptop.

L3 Dance

This course is designed for students wishing to pursue a career in a wide range of areas. Being familiar with techniques and processes in media creation is now a feature of many career paths. Students learn digital skills combined with visual communication strategies focusing around a student directed project. Students will: create original images, learn knowledge of web coding including html and css, 2D animation techniques, video creation techniques, design theory, fi le management, copyright issues and content creation, and create a database linked to a website.

This course is for students who want to extend their drama skills in the lead up to tertiary education. Although the course is highly practical, students will need to show an awareness of theatre forms and styles. Students will also need to involve themselves in major school dramatic performances. Students will devise and perform dramatic pieces, interpret scripts through dramatic performances and take part in major production/performances. Level 3 Drama highly develops students’ interpersonal communication skills and helps students to explore in-depth awareness of their use of voice, movement, body and space. Students need to think laterally and problem solve. Creativity and teamwork are pivotal in this course.

The course is designed for students who have an interest in the sciences of understanding processes in the oceans and atmosphere. In addition, students will study socio-scientific issues in Earth Sciences, advanced studies in geological events, and advanced studies in astronomical events.

This course is designed for students who wish to enter the world of Commerce or Business. It will prepare students for university level study and is the ideal course to take for those wishing to become a banker, an economist within a business or an economist for a political group. It covers why producers price differently depending on the competition they face, as well as looking at why, when and how governments intervene in markets.

This course is designed for students who are looking to study language-rich subjects at University. It is also useful for those wishing to pursue academic courses, such as Medicine and Engineering. It covers similar standards to those taught at Level Two English with extension work on offer for Scholarship candidates. This course requires students to read widely. Placement in this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty.

This course is designed for students who enjoy English, but who have struggled with the demands of Level Two English. It covers oral presentations, visual texts, and communication skills in a written format. Placement in this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty.

L3 English for Academic Purposes - Reading (Half year)

English for Academic Purposes - Writing (Half Year)

This course would ideally suit those who took the English for Industry or half year English course at Level Two, or those who struggled with the demands of Level Two English. It covers reading, writing and speaking for practical purposes, particularly in preparation for workplace communication. Placement in this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty.

This course is designed to meet the English language learning needs of students who are working at Stage 3/4 of the English Language Learning Progressions (ELLP). The course will provide development in the English language learning skills of writing, reading, speaking and listening.

Students interested in taking this course should have sound reading and writing skills with an interest in Communications and Media. The focus of the course is on reading visual text, rather than written text. Skills acquired would be beneficial for those considering a career in the film industry, communications, broadcasting, and visual media. A writing portfolio, close analysis of film, and a connections essay, are three of the internal assessments on offer. Response to visual text is tested in the external examination.

This course is designed for students wanting to show innovation and use their creative abilities to produce high quality furniture. It covers skills including: implementing complex procedures to make a specified item of furniture; demonstrating knowledge of tools, materials and hardware used in furniture making; applying a basic level of project planning and management; and completing projects such as a wooden shelving unit. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

Future Pathways with Work Experience (Gateway or internships) is a dynamic course designed to help secondary school students transition into the workforce with hands on experience. In this course, students will explore various career options, learn how to create an effective job search strategy, and develop essential skills needed to succeed in the workforce, all while gaining valuable work experience through a placement with a local business or organisation.

Gateway – Te Tomokanga builds the links between school and business and allows schools to offer workplace learning opportunities for their students. The programme will develop students’ vocational skills while still at school. Students will be able to get first-hand experience of what it is like in the workforce, and also to begin the qualifications needed in ‘today’s job market’. Students are encouraged to go out and fi nd their own placement. All Gateway students complete three Health and Safety units before they begin their placement. Students are in a training situation and are not paid while on Gateway placement. Students who opt for this for this course will need to go through an interview process as there are only 65 placements available.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a good understanding of the world they live in. It covers: Cultural Process (Tourism Development in Phuket, Thailand), the geography of an event (Festival of Lights), Research (North Taranaki Coast), a global geographic issue (human traffi cking), global patterns (global tourism), and Geographic Skills and Concepts.

This course is designed for students who want to develop their creativity, learn about the practice of designing, make qualitative judgements and develop a range of visual communication skills. It covers learning skills in: initiation and developing ideas; making informed decisions on aesthetic and functional aspects of design; visual communication; and using 3D computer modelling software for developing and communication architectural designs.

This course is designed for students wanting to continue to understand the ever-changing world of health. During this course you will investigate and analyse a New Zealand health issue and an International health issue. This will Include topics of mental health, portrayal of sexuality in the media, and/or drug use among 15-24 year olds. You will look into contemporary ethical issues in relation to well-being along with evaluating health practices currently being used in New Zealand.

This course is designed for students who would like to gain a greater understanding of the world they live in. Throughout the course, students will develop the skills of research, critical thinking and essay writing, which is essential in future societal change. Students will look at the American Eugenics Movement and its world-wide spread, as well as complete research on controversial criminal cases in New Zealand’s history.

This course is designed for students who would like to take their culinary skills to a higher level and start producing quality goods for customers. It covers cookery, the language of hospitality, nutrition, and food safety.

Level 3 Māori Performing Arts is a Level 2 and Level 3 course. It has both practical and theory elements and is supportive of Te Reo Mea Ona Tikanga Māori.

This half year Mathematics course is designed for students who wish to continue on with Mathematics and gain some Level 3 credits. This course includes the exploration and use of relationships in quantities, space and time. Topics covered include: linear programming, critical path analysis and systems of equations. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty. When taken in conjunction with Level 3 Mathematics (Statistics) (half year) this course forms a full year course for UE in Mathematics.

This half year Mathematics (Statistics) course is designed for students who would benefit from internally assessed standards. This course involves exploring and understanding real-world data in order to prove differences between groups and to predict outcomes. Students learn the skills required to produce statistical reports for relevant stakeholders. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty. When taken in conjunction with Level 3 Mathematics (half year) this course forms a full year course for UE in Mathematics.

This course is designed for students who want to learn drawing and machinery skills in an engineering setting, with associated CAD models and 2D drawings. It covers the learning of: computer-aided design and engineering machinery (3D printing/CNC mills/plasma cutter) to design and produce a solution along with CAD models and 2D drawings; advanced machining and assembly skills; and requires a Windows laptop to produce drawings. Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This first half of the Money Management 1 course is designed for students who wish to develop an understanding of how and why becoming financially stable is important in the future. This full year course is Unit Standard based with topics ranging from investments to purchasing a property.

This second half of the Money Management course is designed for students who wish to develop an understanding of how and why becoming financially stable is important in the future. This full year course is Unit Standard based with topics ranging from investments to purchasing a property.

This is a course for students who want to gain practical skills in playing and performing with an instrument or voice. Some note reading lessons may be required. Key skill areas : Self management, organisation, relating to others, communication, critical thinking. This course is University Entrance if combined with Level 3 Music Theory.

Key skill areas: Self management, organisation, relating to others, communication, critical thinking. This is a course for students who wish to pursue theoretical music skills leading to tertiary or further study in Music. This course is University Entrance if combined with Level 3 Music Practical.

This course is an academic course, with a predominantly theory component of 70% and 30% practical. Students need self-motivation and well-developed time-management skills in order to be successful in this course. This course studies the bio-physical science behind performance improvement, the impact of physical activity in society, and understanding how to use fitness to enhance performance. Students will be developing their skill-base using a scientific approach. It covers the following topics: Sports Performance, Sport and Society - contemporary issues in New Zealand, Better than before - Improving performance in a biophysical sciences and sociocultural context.

This course is designed for students who want to develop their individual performance by understanding the biophysical sciences behind movement. Students will use performance criteria and video analysis to develop their understanding of sport. It covers the following topics: Sports Performance, Fitness programming and Video analysis.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain an understanding of how the physical world operates. It covers basic mechanics, wave and electrical theory with additional topics in nuclear physics and experimental methods.

This course is designed for students wishing to pursue tertiary study in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or another Science major. It covers: knowledge of how to plan a project, knowledge of developing a prototype, skills in computer programming, an understanding of robotics, and use of a student’s Windows laptop. Uses Vex robotics gear to build and code individual project work.

This course is designed for students who wish to maintain a Science subject but do not wish to specialize. It is a course based on the needs of the students and will be taught around real-life contexts. It will enable all students to have a good basic knowledge of Science and its related disciplines.

This course uses a variety of resources which enable teachers to customise the course to meet individual learning needs. The aim of the course is to further students’ language skills so that they are more confident and skilled in expressing and justifying their own ideas and opinions, and supporting or challenging those of others. The Level 3 course is taught jointly with Level 2 Spanish. This is a UE approved subject.

An alternative Unit Standard programme established for those students who are choosing a vocational pathway. Sport and Recreation is a practical-based course which provides opportunities for students to connect with community sports-clubs. The intention for this course is for students to develop ways to enhance their own health and participate in a number of recreational activities as a means to pursue lifelong movement and well-being (hauora). This course equips students with the tools needed to lead a physically active life in their community and be able to manage their personal wellbeing proactively as they prepare to leave school.

An alternative Unit Standard programme established for those students who are choosing a vocational pathway. Sport and Recreation is a practical-based course which provides opportunities for students to connect with community sportsclubs. The intention for this course is for students to develop ways to enhance their own health and participate in a number of recreational activities as a means to pursue lifelong movement and well-being (hauora). This course equips students with the tools needed to lead a physically active life in their community and be able to manage their personal well-being proactively as they prepare to leave school.

This course is designed for students who would benefit from a sound understanding of Statistics for their University studies. The skills learned in this course will prepare students for studies where the collection, analysis and interpretation of quantitative and qualitative data is important. Students produce their own statistical reports; learn to research, write succinctly and present their findings to relevant stakeholders. The pathway to Scholarship Statistics is through this course. Placement into this course is at the discretion of the Head of Faculty.

Tauira will continue to develop their kōrero, whakarongo and tuhi strategies, especially for second language learners. Tauira will apply their knowledge in different settings by creating a portfolio in these areas. Tauira will continue to build their confidence in Te Reo Māori.

Technology Electronics is a creative activity aimed at meeting needs and providing opportunities through the development of complex electronic products or systems. Complex knowledge, skills and resources are combined to solve real-world practical problems. It requires planning, design justification of decisions, experimentation team-work and the efficient and effective management of resources. The course is based in the electronics classroom and has an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who want to design and produce a prototype along with associated CAD models and 2D drawings. It covers the learning of: computer aided design and CNC machinery (3D printing / CNC mills / plasma cutter) to design and produce a prototype along with CAD models and 2D drawings; advanced machining and assembly skills; using a Windows laptop to produce drawings. Students should have their own Windows laptop. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a better understanding of the tourism industry and tourist destinations in New Zealand and Australia industry and tourist destinations in both of these locations.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain a better understanding of the significance of tourism and tourist destinations in the Pacific Islands. It covers knowledge of the tourism industry, tourist destinations in the Pacific Islands as well as aspects of Māori Tourism.

The purpose of the qualification is to recognise knowledge and skills required for entry into a wide range of construction trades. Candidates will have experience of a variety of woodworking and construction related tasks based around Level 3 construction and woodwork projects. 

Students must follow workshop protocols to ensure safety for all and failure to do so may result in removal from the course. Students must wear covered shoes in all workshop classes.