Lincoln High School

Students will connect and collaborate with a mentor scientist (from industry) to develop and complete a science investigation, or a piece of research, that is unique to each student's interests and passion. There is an opportunity to complete these investigations individually or as a pair (if mutual interest is reached).

This programme will include:

Developing critical thinking around a question that each student/pair has identified that is of importance to them.

Develop their communication skills by networking and working alongside their mentor scientist, teacher, and other participating students.

Lab work and/or fieldwork during class time and outside of class time (where applicable) to collect relevant and meaningful data, that will allow students to complete their investigation/research.

Completing an investigation that follows the scientific method.

Analysis of data and/or research collected to draw relevant conclusions and where possible, the implications to our local community.

Student’s completed science investigation will be communicated three ways via a visual, verbal, and written presentation. This culminates with a final presentation to whanau, scientists, and other classmates.

Projects will be entered in the Canterbury/Westland Science fair, where significant prizes and local recognition are awarded.

At year 9, students will learn why agriculture has been important to New Zealand ever since Māori, the tangata whenua, started living and farming here over a thousand years ago. There is a strong practical side to this course, where students will learn about basic soil science, the importance of bees in agriculture and they will learn several different propagation techniques. Students will also be introduced to livestock farming activities in New Zealand.

Year 9 Art is a semester course that covers the basic skills and fundamental ideas of the visual arts. Importance is placed on learning how to develop creative thinking skills whilst equipping students with the technical skills to bring their ideas to life. 

Practical work includes: ·

•  Drawing. 
• Painting. 
• Printmaking. 
• Pinhole Camera Photography 

Learning a language opens up a world of opportunities. Learning Chinese is both exciting and rewarding. 

The aim of this course is to increase students’ awareness of the importance of Mandarin Chinese, one of the key languages spoken by New Zealand’s major trading partners, including China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Students will develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and presenting. 

Students will learn basic Chinese language content such as numbers, pronouns, classroom objects, sports, animals, and family members. They will also have opportunities to build communication skills and intercultural understanding through engaging cultural activities such as paper cutting, calligraphy, calligraphy and tasting Chinese food. 

One of the highlights of the course is the opportunity for students to participate in the Chinese Bridge Speech Competition, which can lead to competing with teenagers from around the world. 

This single semester course is for those who wish to express themselves through dance and movement in a safe and supportive environment which encourages confidence building. 

While continuing to develop the key competencies, the dance elements are introduced and explored. Work is predominantly practical with opportunities to examine a range of social and cultural dance styles. Students will learn to work successfully with others, as they refine their ideas and create their own movement sequences to perform, using costumes and props. 

Students are expected to wear stretch clothing and bare feet to allow full range of movement in dance class. 

In this course you will learn:

• How to make high quality, personalised fashion accessories and garments.
• How to use a range of materials, including cotton, felt, wool, elastic, buttons and a range of embellishments.
• Several different techniques, including a variety of printmaking techniques, overlocking, seam types, hems, casings, pockets, embroidery/hand stitching techniques, applying of buttons, sequins and much more.

Other skills you will learn in becoming a designer are:

• Being inspired by the designs of others to show your own creativity in a range of ideas that meet a brief.
• Developing an outcome for a client.
• How to project manage an outcome by planning time and resource requirements.
• Exploring and problem solving given situations to create fashion items for particular needs.

Ever wondered how your favourite apps are built, how AI really works, or how to turn your own creative ideas into a digital reality?

In Year 9 Digital Technologies, we move you from being a passive user of technology to a creator and smart navigator of it. This semester-long introductory course is all about building your digital fluency, giving you the confidence to problem-solve, and teaching you how to use cutting-edge tools responsibly in our modern world.

What You Will Explore (The Big Ideas):

• The Coding Mindset (Computational Thinking): Learn to think like a programmer. You’ll unpack real-world problems and learn how to use basic coding concepts to build smart solutions.
• Human-Centred Design (Digital Outcomes): Use the technology design cycle to take a wild idea, sketch it out, and develop it into a working digital prototype.
• AI Literacy & Sensible Use: Demystify Artificial Intelligence. You will learn the basics of how AI works, how to write effective prompts, and—most importantly—how to use AI ethically and critically as a tool to boost your own creativity.
• Creative Media & Web: Master using creative desktop publishing tools and get an introduction to how the web works by learning the basics of building for the internet.
• Smart Device Habits: Level up your everyday efficiency, including typing accuracy and speed, so using your device for school and life becomes second nature.

Why Parents and Students Love This Course:

• For the Student: You get to step away from repetitive worksheets and actually build things—like prototypes, basic web layouts, and smart code—while learning how to make tools like AI work for you.
• For the Parent: This course goes far beyond basic device usage. It instils transferable critical thinking skills, addresses the ethics of modern tools like Artificial Intelligence, and builds real-world digital capability that supports their learning across the entire school curriculum.

This is a highly practical, hands-on course. There are regular assignments where you will showcase your work and understanding of the topics.

Disclaimer:

Course Details, Costs cand Equipment, or assessments and versions offered may change without notice.

Discover how drama works- and find your confidence. 

Step into the world of drama through performance, creativity and teamwork. In this interactive course, students learn how to use voice, movement and body techniques to tell stories and communicate ideas.

 You will: 

• Create group improvisations using Theatresports games ·
• Develop vocal and physical performance techniques ·
• Collaborate with others as a team · 
• Explore how drama elements and conventions create meaning · 
• Experience live theatre (including a backstage visit to the Court Theatre) · 
• Explore new theatre styles e.g. Commedia ·
• Perform contemporary scenes from Theatre Aotearoa and beyond at Showcase · 
• Reflect on performances – your own and others 

Why take Drama?

Drama helps you become a confident communicator, creative thinker and team player — skills that support success in any subject and future career. 

This open-entry course offers a hands-on introduction to electronic music production and audio recording. You will explore using a DAW to record, sample, and experiment with synthesisers and studio effects. Bring your ideas to life by creating original tracks in styles like EDM, Hip Hop, or Drum and Bass.

What you will learn:

·         The Tech: Get to grips with DAWs, synths, and recording gear.

·         The Beats: Try out beat programming, sequencing, and song structures.

·         The Sound: Play with audio effects, sampling, and basic editing.

           The Style: Explore the concepts and ideas behind electronic genres. 

Year 9 English is a full year course. 

 The course follows the National English Curriculum at Phase 4.  

 In Year 9 English, students will gain a knowledge of the world around them through reading and writing, viewing and presenting, listening and speaking.  

 Reading and writing are central to this course.  Students will read for their own enjoyment and personal growth, as well as study a range of other texts (novels, short stories, plays and poetry).  Through this you will learn the skills essential for writing and understanding language in a variety of contexts. 

This is a course for junior year level students. However, senior students who are going to be in New Zealand for a short period of time, can also benefit from this course.  

Students have the opportunity to further develop their English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.  

The programme is a language course which focuses on units of work with an emphasis on building speaking, writing, reading and listening skills, vocabulary and celebrates students’ cultural heritages.  

Students will build on their English language learning, to help them succeed in the rest of their subjects.  

Learning a language opens up a world of opportunities. Students will have fun building their own language skills through games, communicative activities, songs and culture.

Students will develop their reading, writing, listening, speaking and presenting skills. They will have many opportunities to build communication and intercultural skills.

Topics include an introduction to France and aspects of French life and culture. Learning Languages Curriculum Levels 1 and 2 are covered.

This compulsory course follows the New Zealand Health and Physical Education Curriculum at Level 4–5. It provides students with a wide range of opportunities to be active, develop movement skills, and build confidence across a variety of physical contexts.

Students will explore wellbeing through personal, interpersonal, and societal perspectives, learning how to make positive decisions that support their health and the wellbeing of others. Key areas may include relationships, identity, emotional wellbeing, physical activity, and making safe and responsible choices in everyday life.

Through practical participation and classroom-based learning, students will develop skills in teamwork, communication, resilience, and self-management.

It is expected that the Lincoln High School physical education uniform is worn during practical sessions.

Learning a language opens up a world of opportunities.  Students will have fun building their own language skills through games, communicative activities, song, anime and manga.

Students will develop their reading, writing, listening, speaking and presenting skills. They will have many opportunities to build communication and intercultural skills.

Topics include an introduction to Japan and aspects of Japanese life and culture.  Students will be introduced to the Japanese writing system, learning hiragana and some useful Kanji.  There will also be the opportunity to communicate with students from Japan, try Origami, eat Japanese food and enjoy writing calligraphy. This is a great opportunity to explore the wonderful and fascinating language and culture of Japan.

• Safe and hygienic food handling practices.
• Food preparation techniques.
• Product design and development.
• Healthy food choices.

All students must follow Health and Safety regulations as required.

The course has the STEPS to Literacy computer and workbook-based programme as its foundation, but also includes other activities designed to improve reading, comprehension and support the development of literacy skills.The STEPS courses are highly structured, multi-sensory and suitable for learners of all ages. It is excellent for learners with processing difficulties such as dyslexia and for learners who just need more structure and reinforcement.

In this course students will construct a functional item with some scope allowed for individual designs when following the technological design process. 

The skill focus is mainly on  

• using hand tools, equipment and machinery  
• marking out and measuring 
• accuracy and precision
• preparing cutting lists

This course establishes workshop practices such as  

• collaboration 
• following strict safety codes of practice 
• independence

There is a major practical component to this course. However, in each project, students will be required to complete associated theory and a laptop is required..

What you will learn:

Media Production is a dynamic course that utilises skills in review writing, print design, photography, storytelling, production techniques, and critical analysis using television and film as study texts. Students will complete activities that include zines, stop-motion animation, photography, and TV interviewing and production.

Media Production also develops skills that are useful in a wide variety of media careers. The course improves students' self-confidence, their ability to organise their work, keep to deadlines, and to work as part of a team.

This course follows the National Science Curriculum at Level 4/5.

The topics covered include:

• Kaitiakitanga
• Matter
• Waves

Teachers emphasise the relevance of Science to the lives of students, show how technology relates to Science and offer practical laboratory work to balance theory.

This is a compulsory course that follows the Year 9 Social Science Curriculum. 

Our junior course provides foundation knowledge in the breadth of the Social Science subject areas, namely Classical Studies, History, Geography, Senior Social Studies, Commerce and Media. 

The aim is to guide ākonga to explore how societies work and to discover how they themselves can participate and take action as critical, informed, empathetic, and responsible citizens. 

Year 9 Spatial & Product Design is a hands-on, project-based course where students learn how to turn ideas into designs. 

Students will build confidence in drawing, design thinking, and creative problem solving through a range of design projects. They will learn how to communicate ideas using freehand sketching, rendering, perspective drawing, and simple design drawings, while developing their ability to think creatively and explore different solutions. 

Students will also create models and visual presentations to test and share their ideas. Along the way, they will learn how designers respond to users, purpose, and real-world design challenges. 

This course is a great choice for students who enjoy drawing, creating, designing, making, and thinking outside the box. It provides a strong foundation for future study in Spatial & Product Design, Digital Technologies, Engineering, Architecture, Product Design, and other creative pathways.

Waihora taniwha, Waihora moana! Ka tuku te mihi maioha ki a koutou, a warm greeting to you all.

This course gives students an opportunity to experience the different aspects of Kapahaka, Māori Performing Arts. Students will be able to learn the history of the local area, and the origins of Māori Performing Arts through mōteatea, waiata, poi, haka, and waiata ā-ringa.

E ngā manu pīpī nei o te-wao-tapu-nui-a-Tāne, tēnā koutou. 

This is a practical one semester course, during which students will develop an understanding of Tikanga Māori (cultural practices) through learning the Māori Language. As this course is run in conjunction with the Year 9 Māori Studies course, the primary focus will be the practical development across the four skills- reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Topics to be covered include:

• He mihi - Introductions and greetings.
• Ngā Atua - The Gods
• Tōku kura - My school and its surroundings.
• Ngā tikanga Māori - Cultural practices.
• Ngā waiata - Songs.
• Ki-o-rahi - Māori ball sports.

This course follows the National Mathematics Curriculum at Level 4/5. During the year students will study units covering the content areas: Statistics, Measurement, Number to Algebra (patterning) &  (generalising and manipulating), Geometry, and Chance. Problem solving strategies will be taught throughout the year as well as NCEA Numeracy preparation. 

Calculator work is introduced and each student should have a scientific calculator with a fraction key. They should also have a ruler.

Students will connect and collaborate with a mentor scientist (from industry) to develop and complete a science investigation, or a piece of research, that is unique to each student's interests and passion. There is an opportunity to complete these investigations individually or as a pair (if mutual interest is reached).

This programme will include:

Developing critical thinking around a question that each student/pair has identified that is of importance to them.

Develop their communication skills by networking and working alongside their mentor scientist, teacher, and other participating students.

Lab work and/or fieldwork during class time and outside of class time (where applicable) to collect relevant and meaningful data, that will allow students to complete their investigation/research.

Completing an investigation that follows the scientific method.

Analysis of data and/or research collected to draw relevant conclusions and where possible, the implications to our local community.

Student’s completed science investigation will be communicated three ways via a visual, verbal, and written presentation. This culminates with a final presentation to whanau, scientists, and other classmates.

Projects will be entered in the Canterbury/Westland Science fair, where significant prizes and local recognition are awarded.

This course will offer you the opportunity to learn new, or to build on existing Agricultural/Horticultural knowledge. The course includes the following:

• Landscape design
• Plant husbandry
• Maintaining a vegetable and flower garden throughout the year
• Animal production systems

This course will give you the opportunity to experience some of the practical skills that are used daily in the New Zealand primary industries, such as:

• Maintaining a vegetable and flower garden throughout the year.
• Propagation of plants.
• Growing pastures and grazing
• Understanding animal production

This course covers

• How to start and operate a business 
• Marketing  
• Business Plans -
• Economic concepts 
• Demand 
• Production 

Students are continuing their study of the Chinese language from 9CHI, where they have built some fluency in speaking and reading characters. 

Students’ Chinese language presentation skills and the four skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) are further developed. They will have many opportunities to demonstrate their communication and intercultural skills. 

Topics include everyday language such as schools, countries and nationalities, hobbies, shopping and food. Students will practise in groups and pairs, and use audio, videos, and character cards to support their language learning. 

This semester equips students with the knowledge and language skills needed to explore China, with a focus on everyday experiences such as food, shopping, and weather, helping them become familiar with daily life. 

A strong emphasis will continue to be placed on authentic communication, enabling students to build confidence and further develop their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. 

Students will also participate in a Pathway Workshop Day at the University of Canterbury alongside students from other schools studying Chinese. 

This single semester course is for those who wish to express themselves through dance and movement in a safe and supportive environment which encourages confidence building. 

Students will recap the elements of dance and use choreographic devices to create their own movement, presenting their ideas in group and solo pieces. Work is predominantly practical with opportunities to explore, compare and contrast a range of social and cultural dance styles and to examine live and recorded dance performances. 

Students are expected to wear stretch clothing and bare feet to allow full range of movement in dance class. 

Get involved in the practical course where you will learn to design and make a range of outcomes including:

• Making a hoodie that you will be proud to wear.
• How to use a pattern and make a garment independently thus preparing yourself for Year 11 courses.
• Learning a variety of sewing techniques, including, seams, pockets, overlocking, adding buttons, using ribbing, interfacing, casings, eyelets and much more.
• How to design and build a sculpted wearable arts creation.
• Being inspired by themes and ideas from art eras.
• Plan and make an outcome of your choice, using the skills you have learnt throughout the Fashion courses.

In this course you will learn:

• How to make high quality, creative wearable arts.
• Collaborating in a group to come up with new, exciting ideas.
• Show understanding of colour, shape, size and repetition and using this knowledge to create good designs.
• Cleverly using upcycled materials to showcase the importance of sustainability in an ever-changing world.

Other skills you will learn in becoming a designer are:

• Being inspired by other wearable arts design to show your own creativity in a range of ideas that meet a brief.
• Developing ideas and skills in fashion drawing, to show form and texture of materials.
• Exploring and testing a variety of different materials, using different application methods, including led lights.
• Solving problems to come up with high quality finished solutions.

Bring characters and stories to life- on stage and behind the scenes. 

 Performance Lab 2 explores how scripts, characters and theatre technologies work together to create powerful performances.  

 You will: 

- develop believable and engaging characters 

- work with modern and historical scripts  

- explore performances both on stage and behind the scenes 

- develop problem-solving and communication skills 

 Ideal for students interested in acting, storytelling or theatre production. 

Think fast, take risks and perform in the moment. 

 Performance Lab 1 focuses on improvisation and spontaneous performance, helping students develop confidence, creativity and quick thinking. 

You will: 

• Create and perform original scenes for different audiences. 
• Develop strong stage presence 
• Perform in high-energy speaking challenges that strengthen confidence under pressure 
• take leadership roles in group performances 
• Apply critical thinking to analyse, evaluate and refine performance work 

This open-entry course offers a hands-on introduction to electronic music production and audio recording. You will explore using a DAW to record, sample, and experiment with synthesisers and studio effects. Bring your ideas to life by creating original tracks in styles like EDM, Hip Hop, or Drum and Bass. 

What you will learn: 

• The Tech: Get to grips with DAWs, synths, and recording gear. · 
• The Beats: Try out beat programming, sequencing, and song structures. · 
• The Sound: Play with audio effects, sampling, and basic editing. ·
• The Style: Explore the concepts and ideas behind electronic genres. 

Year 10 English is a full year course. 

 This course follows the National English Curriculum at Phase 4. Year 10 consolidates the learning from Year 9. Students make meaning and create meaning through reading and writing, viewing and presenting, listening and speaking. 

 Reading and writing are central to this course. Students will read for their own enjoyment and personal growth, as well as study a range of other texts (novels, short stories, plays and poetry). They will develop a range of skills essential for writing and understanding language in a variety of situations. 

 Students will expand their interpersonal speaking and listening skills, as well as their ability to comprehend and use oral language in more formal situations. Visual language skills will be developed through studies of static images, television and film. 

This is a course for junior year level students. However, senior students who are going to be in New Zealand for a short period of time, can also benefit from this course.  

Students have the opportunity to further develop their English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.  

The programme is a language course which focuses on units of work with an emphasis on building speaking, writing, reading and listening skills, vocabulary and celebrates students’ cultural heritages.  

Students will build on their English language learning, to help them succeed in the rest of their subjects.  

This course uses Banqer as a interactive tool, and covers:

•  Personal finance and banking 
• Careers, tax and Kiwisaver 
• Flatting and home ownership 
• Budgeting 
• Stock Exchange 
• Insurance 
• Accounting 
• Consumer Law 

Learning the language and culture of another country opens up a world of opportunities. Through the lens of a traveller, we will explore France and French speaking countries.

This semester will equip students with the knowledge and language skills needed to explore France, through a focus on daily experiences, travel and spending time in either a home-stay, on exchange or as a traveller.

Students will have fun building their language skills through games, communicative activities and virtual tour exploration. We will continue our focus of genuine communication so that students build their language skills. There will be the opportunity to explore areas of interest in France, communicate with students from other French speaking communities and to try some French food.

Learning a language opens up a world of opportunities. Students will have fun building their own language skills through games, communicative activities and songs.

This semester builds on knowledge and skills developed from the previous semester’s topics related to everyday situations. Practical topics such as eating and drinking prepare students for travel to a French speaking country. There is a continued focus on genuine communication as students learn to understand and produce language to express their ideas and describe aspects of their surroundings. There will also be the opportunity to communicate with students from other French speaking communities and to try some French food.

This compulsory course builds on the foundational learning from Year 9 and aligns with the New Zealand Health and Physical Education Curriculum at Level 5. It provides students with opportunities to extend their movement skills, develop confidence across a range of physical activities, and deepen their understanding of wellbeing.

Students will explore wellbeing through personal, interpersonal, and societal perspectives, with a stronger focus on critical thinking and decision-making.

 Key areas may include relationships, identity, emotional wellbeing, physical activity, and making informed and responsible choices relevant to young people’s lives.

 Through both practical and classroom-based learning, students will further develop skills in teamwork, communication, resilience, leadership, and self-management.

 It is expected that the Lincoln High School Physical Education uniform is worn during practical sessions.

Learning the language and culture of another country opens up a world of opportunities. Through the lens of a traveller we will explore Japan, a popular tourist destination with such an amazing culture.

This semester will equip students with the knowledge and language skills needed to explore Japan, through a focus on daily experiences, travel and spending time in either a home-stay , on exchange or as a traveller .

Students will have fun building their language skills through games, communicative activities, anime and virtual tour exploration. We will continue our focus of genuine communication so that students build their language skills. There will be the opportunity to explore areas of interest in Japan, communicate with students from Japan, try Japanese snack food and touch on aspects of the Japanese Writing system .

Learning a language opens up a world of opportunities. Students will have fun building their own language skills through games, communicative activities, song, anime and manga.

This semester builds on knowledge and skills developed from the previous semesters topics related to everyday situations. Practical topics such as eating and drinking prepare students for travel to Japan. There is a continued focus on genuine communication as students learn to understand and produce language to express their ideas and describe aspects of their surroundings. Students will continue to build their skills using the Japanese writing system, learning hiragana and some useful Kanji. There will also be the opportunity to communicate with students from Japan, try Origami, eat Japanese food and enjoy writing calligraphy.

In this hands-on course students will:

• explore the magic of food through investigating how ingredients work and the processes involved in creating food products
• develop their nutritional knowledge which will be applied to creating healthy meals for a teenager.

This is one of two semester course options. Students can choose to take this course alone or in addition to JFNTc.

All students must follow Health and Safety regulations as required.

Students will:

• investigate the cuisine of Aotearoa and explore the different cultures that influence the food we eat today.
• develop their culinary skills and knowledge through their practical work.

This is one of two semester course options. Students can choose to take this course alone or in addition to JFNTb.

All students must follow Health and Safety regulations as required.

E ngā kaihoe o te waka o te reo Māori, tēnā koutou. This course is a continuation from 9MAO, during which students will continue to build on the four language skills. The primary focus is to develop a practical confidence across reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Topics to be covered include:

Tōku Kāinga – My home.

Tōku Kura – My school.

Ki-o-Rahi – Māori ball sport.

This course is a continuation of Māori - Part 1 (9MAO).  To do this course, (10MAOb*), you need to have completed the semester one course, 10MAOa) as the learning from semester one is needed for semester two.

E ngā kaihoe o te waka o te reo Māori, tēnā koutou. This course is a continuation from 9MAO and 10MĀOa part 1 – Te Rito, during which students will continue to build on the four language skills. The primary focus is to develop a practical confidence across reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Topics to be covered include:

Tōku ao - My world.

Tōku whānau me ōku hoa - My family and friends.

Ngā tikanga – Protocol.

He waiata – Songs.

In this course, students will design, develop and construct projects incorporating various materials e.g. wood and/or metal and acrylic 

The focus will be to develop and refine skills for 

• the use of hand, power tools and machinery  
• orthographic drawing 
• preparing cutting and resource list 
• accuracy and precision
• marking out and measuring

This course establishes workshop practices such as  

• collaboration 
• independence
• following strict safety codes of practice 

There is a major practical component to this course. However, in each project, students will be required to complete associated theory and a laptop is required.

In this course students design and make a range of products out of a variety of materials. They identify a need or opportunity and explore ideas that can resolve the issue. They will learn how to operate within boundaries and specifications. There is an emphasis on testing and trialling ideas where students are encouraged to take risks.  

The focus will be to refine skills for 

• the use of hand, power tools and machinery  
• orthographic drawing 
• preparing cutting and resource list 
• marking out and measuring
• accuracy and precision

This course establishes workshop practices such as  

• collaboration 
• following strict safety codes of practice 
• independence

There is a major practical component to this course. However, in each project, students will be required to complete associated theory and a laptop is required. Which will also detail their projects progress/construction using photos and annotations.

Want to bridge the gap between software and the physical world? Ready to build, code, and bring a robotic creations to life?

Mechatronics is an advanced, hands-on course where computer science meets engineering. You will step into the shoes of a modern engineer—learning how electronic components work, how to build functional circuits, and how to write the code that controls them. If you love tinkering, problem-solving, and watching your code physically move things in the real world, this is the course for you.

What You Will Explore (The Big Ideas):

• Physical Computing (Circuit Design): Learn the fundamentals of how electronics work. You’ll discover how to safely and correctly construct circuits using inputs, outputs, and sensors.
• Hardware Programming: Learn how to write code to command microcontrollers (the minicomputers or "brains" behind smart devices) to interact with the physical world.
• Robotics & Prototype Engineering: Put your skills to the test by designing, building, and refining a working robot or smart system, ensuring it is fully fit for its real-world purpose.
• The Ethics of Automation & AI: Look at the bigger picture. You will explore the real-world ethical questions surrounding robotics, automation, and Artificial Intelligence, and how they impact our society.
• Project & Team Management: Work like a real engineering team. You will develop essential communication skills and learn how to manage time, resources, and technical problems effectively.

How You Will Learn:

This is a highly practical, project-based course. You will learn through experimentation, trial-and-error, and workshop labs.

Disclaimer:

Course Details, Costs cand Equipment, or assessments and versions offered may change without notice.

This single-semester (can be taken in Semester 1 or 2) course aims to develop practical, real-world media skills. There is a strong focus on students developing their own concepts for media products and publishing them.

This course will focus on the following:

• Media Consumption vs Media Production
• Representation of groups and individuals in the Media in New Zealand
• Rules that apply to Media Advertising in New Zealand
• Short Film-making (from original concept to production)
• Short Radio Opinion pieces (Broadcasting)
• Marketing and event promotion

Media Production develops skills that are useful in a wide variety of media careers. The course improves students' self-confidence, their ability to organise their work, problem-solve, keep to deadlines, and work as part of a team. It also challenges students to engage in critical viewing of media content.

This Year 10 Physical Education option course, Understanding Movement (JPEU), is designed to prepare students for senior Physical Education by introducing key concepts that extend beyond the core junior programme. 

Students will develop an understanding of how the body moves and performs through both practical and theory-based learning. Topics include anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and the factors that influence participation in physical activity.

 Learning takes place in both classroom and practical settings, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-life physical contexts. For example, students will learn about muscles, bones, and joints in class, and then explore how these work together during movement and performance activities. 

This course supports the development of critical thinking, movement skills, and the ability to reflect on performance, providing a strong foundation for future study in senior Physical Education. 

Ready to move from building basic scripts to writing powerful, real-world software?

Programming and Computer Science is an advanced course designed for students who love logic, puzzles, and problem-solving. If you enjoy figuring out how things work under the hood and want to learn how to write clean, efficient code from scratch, this course will give you the tools to build real software solutions.

What You Will Explore (The Big Ideas):

• Text-Based Coding: Step up from block coding and learn to write software using a professional text-based programming language.
• Algorithmic Thinking: Master the art of breaking complex, messy, real-world problems down into smart, logical steps that a computer can execute flawlessly.
• The Software Design Cycle: Apply design thinking to your code. You will learn how to plan, build, and rigorously test your programs to ensure they are high-quality and fit for purpose.
• Computer Science Concepts: Look beyond the screen to understand the core concepts that power modern computing systems, data management, and digital resources.
• Collaborative Engineering: Develop essential industry skills in team management, resource organization, and communication as you collaborate on digital projects.

How You Will Learn:

This course mimics real-world software development. You will learn by doing, working through practical coding exercises and delivering project-based solutions to real problems.

Disclaimer:

Course Details, Costs cand Equipment, or assessments and versions offered may change without notice.

This course follows the National Science Curriculum at Level 4/5.

The topics covered include:

• Eat a Burger, Save the World (Biology)
• Oceans (Chemistry)
• Mission to Mars

Teachers emphasise the relevance of Science to the lives of students, show how technology relates to Science and offer practical laboratory work to balance theory.

This is a compulsory course that follows the Year 10 Social Science Curriculum. 

Our junior course provides foundation knowledge in the breadth of the Social Science subject areas, namely Classical Studies, History, Geography, Senior Social Studies, Commerce and Media. 

The aim is to guide ākonga to explore how societies work and to discover how they themselves can participate and take action as critical, informed, empathetic, and responsible citizens. 

Year 10 Spatial & Product Design is a project-based course that focuses on developing strong drawing, ideation, and design skills. 

Students learn how designers use drawing to explore, communicate, and develop ideas. Through a range of design projects, they will build confidence in freehand sketching, rendering, perspective drawing, plans, elevations, and design presentation techniques. 

A key focus of the course is ideation—the ability to generate, explore, and refine a range of ideas before selecting and developing a final design. Students will learn how to use drawing as a tool for creative thinking, problem solving, and design development, rather than simply recording a final solution. 

Students may also create models and use digital tools to support their work, but the emphasis is on building strong hand-drawing, visual communication, and design thinking skills. 

This course is ideal for students who enjoy drawing, creativity, architecture, product design, and solving design challenges. It provides excellent preparation for senior Spatial & Product Design (SPD/DVC) and future pathways in architecture, engineering, product design, construction, creative industries, and related fields. 

Year 10SPDb is a project-based design course with a focus on developing strong drawing skills, digital design tools, visual communication, and applied design thinking. Students work through an engaging design challenge, such as designing a sleepout or food truck, developing ideas from concept through to a resolved design outcome. 

Students build skills in both hand drawing and digital design, using sketching as a key part of the design process while extending their capability with CAD (Computer Aided Design), Photoshop, digital modelling, and presentation techniques. Students learn how designers combine traditional drawing methods with digital tools to explore, develop, and communicate ideas professionally. 

The course focuses on designing for users, purpose, function, and context. Students investigate layout, form, materials, branding, spatial planning, and user experience, producing work such as sketches, plans, elevations, perspectives, 3D visuals, models, and digital presentations.

 This course suits students who enjoy drawing, design, architecture, digital creativity, problem solving, and working visually. It provides strong preparation for senior Spatial & Product Design (SPD/DVC) and pathways into architecture, product design, engineering, construction, digital design, creative technologies, and related industries. 

Waihora taniwha, Waihora moana! Ka tuku te mihi maioha ki a koutou, a warm greeting to you all.

This course gives students an opportunity to experience the different aspects of Kapahaka, Māori Performing Arts. Students will be able to learn the history of the local area, and the origins of Māori Performing Arts through mōteatea, waiata, poi, haka, and waiata ā-ringa. 

Waihora taniwha, Waihora moana! Ka tuku te mihi maioha ki a koutou, a warm greeting to you all.

This course gives students an opportunity to experience the different aspects of Kapahaka, Māori Performing Arts. Students will be able to learn the history of the local area, and the origins of Māori Performing Arts through mōteatea, waiata, poi, haka, and waiata ā-ringa.

This is a semester course that allows students to learn about the foundational knowledge of painting in Aotearoa and express their ideas in the context of Sculpture and Painting practical projects.

 Students develop critical thinking, collaborative and creative skills that are fostered through student directed projects.

 Projects include: · 

• Aotearoa Peitatanga: Painting within the context of Aotearoa. Ākonga study Māori toi ataata and both Māori and non-Māori painters of Aotearoa before making their own painting. · 
• Tape Figure Sculpture: A collaborative project where ākonga cast each other’s bodies in packaging tape to create a life scaled site-specific sculpture. 

For those wishing to study Art, Design or Photography beyond Y10 we recommend you take both Photography/Design and Painting/Sculpture Art courses. 

This is a semester course that allows students to express their own ideas in Digital Photography and T-shirt Design and Screen-printing. 

New techniques in digital and traditional artmaking methods and ideas are explored. Ākonga are encouraged to create their own ideas in these powerful visual mediums.

 Creative abilities are fostered through student directed projects. 

Projects include: 

• Digital Photography 
• Screen-print T-shirt Design.

 For those wishing to study Art, Design or Photography beyond Y10 we recommend you take both Photography/Design and Painting/Sculpture Art courses. 

This course follows the National Mathematics Curriculum at Level 5. During the year students will study units covering the content areas: Chance, Geometry, Number to Algebra (generalising and manipulating), and Statistics. Problem solving strategies will be taught throughout the year as well as NCEA Numeracy preparation.

Calculator work is introduced and each student should have a scientific calculator with a fraction key. They should also have a ruler.

Take your music to the next level in this hands-on, creative course. Learn by performing, composing, and exploring how music works. 

You will: · 

• Perform solo and in groups ·
•  Create your own music (song writing) · 
• Break down and understand modern songs · 
• Train your ear for chords, melodies, and harmony · 
• Analyse how music is put together 

Ākonga will develop their performance, composition, and music analysis skills across different styles. 

In this course, ākonga will: ·

•  Perform as soloists and in groups with growing confidence and control ·
•  Create and arrange original music using instruments and technology · 
• Analyse music to understand structure, style, and context · 
• Build aural skills in pitch, rhythm, harmony, and texture 

This is a practical course where students learn by doing, helping them prepare for senior Music. 

Play, create, and explore music in a hands-on, creative way! Build your skills by performing with others, trying out instruments, and creating your own music using both instruments and technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform in groups and bands
• Learn guitar and keyboard basics
• Develop listening and music reading skills
• Explore orchestral instruments
• Create music with digital tools
• Compose your own music

Investigate implication of electricity and magnetism

Students will investigate both through experiments and research to allow them to gain an understanding of electricity and magnetism in everyday life.

Concepts will include:

Static Electricity: positive and negative charge, conductors and insulators, uniform and non-uniform charge distributions, earthing, electrical discharge in air, separation of charge by friction, charging by contact.

Direct Current Electricity: voltage, current, resistance, power, series circuits and simple parallel circuits, circuit diagrams,

Magnetism: magnetic field directions (bar magnets, the earth’s magnetic field, magnetic fields due to currents in straight wires and solenoids); electromagnets;

Wave behaviour for everyday life.

Students will investigate both through experiments and research to allow them to show understanding of light and sound.

Concepts will include

Waves: longitudinal waves, transverse waves, period, wavelength, frequency, amplitude, speed, diffraction around a barrier

Light: reflection at a plane surface, reflection and refraction at a straight boundary, dispersion of white light through a triangular prism, total internal reflection, speed of light in different media

Fair Testing Investigation.

Based on a physics context

This course gives students an understanding of processing transactions for small business and preparing financial information for a community organisation.

Students cannot also take Accounting and Economics for a Small Business. (11ECA part 1 or 2)

There are no internal NCEA assessments.

This course gives students an understanding of preparing accounting information for small business and analysing this information to make informed decisions.

Students cannot also take Accounting and Economics for a Small Business. (11ECA part 1 or 2)

This course gives students an introduction to accounting for small businesses and the external economic factors that impact on their business.

Students cannot take 11ACCa, 11ACCb, 11ECBa, 11ECBb.

This course gives students an understanding of preparing accounting information for small business and analysing this information to make informed decisions. 

Students cannot also take Accounting and Economics 

This course will focus on both theoretical and practical aspects of animal management and husbandry. This course would suit students that are potentially interested in a career that relates to animals. There are no internal NCEA assessments.

Topics:

• Anatomy: animal structures and systems (teeth, digestion, bone and muscle structure – movement and conformation)
• Animal Health: responsible care, health checks, common illness and disease management
• Dietary Requirements: appropriate diet, weight management, diet comparisons, supplements
• Behaviour and Training: observing and identifying normal and abnormal behaviours, positive reinforcement, behaviour modification
• Husbandry: reproduction, selective breeding, genetics, artificial insemination
• Animal Careers: jobs in the animal sector, may include field trips or guest speakers
• Appropriate Containment: suitable shelter, stocking rates, enrichment, exercise requirements
• Herd Management: safety, herd behaviour, disease management, herd handling

Animals studied will include:

Domestic: dogs, cats, lagomorphs (rabbits), rodents (rats, mice and guinea pigs), birds, reptiles and fish.

Livestock: poultry, horses, pigs, deer and alpaca and llama.

In this semester course, students will explore how cultures change and adapt over time. 

They will learn how these changes impact society, shape our world, and influence our daily lives. Through engaging activities and discussions, ākonga will discover the dynamic relationship between cultural evolution and societal consequences, gaining a deeper understanding of the world we live in. 

Students will develop skills such as research, cultural awareness, group work and communicating ideas. 

Students will explore biological ideas that will allow them to:

• Develop an understanding of human body systems, with a focus on the circulatory and immune system including a heart dissection.
• Explore the biology of disease, looking at bacteria and fungi and how they invade the human body
• Introduce the concept of Rongoā and how native plants can be used for therapeutic purposes.

Students will explore biological ideas that will allow them to:

• Understand the marine environment and how unique organisms in New Zealand interact with each other.
• Understand the freshwater environment and how unique organisms in New Zealand interact each other.
• Investigate the impacts of whaling on the New Zealand marine environment.
• Investigate past, present and future conservation efforts in New Zealand to manage our marine and freshwater environments.
• Complete a personal action on the conservation of a freshwater or marine environment.

This course is a stand-alone single semester course open to Year 10 and Year 11 students.

In this course students will explore the Career Competencies of Self-Awareness and Exploring options. This includes:

Exploring a range of careers and pathways and an understanding of where different subjects can lead them

Developing a plan for their own future

Visiting some workplaces

Hearing visiting speakers from workplaces, industry and tertiary providers

Learn about employability skills

Chemistry in an acid base context which will include

• Atomic structure
• Ion formation, ionic compounds
• Covalent bonding
• Properties of acids and bases
• Rates of reaction and particle theory.
• Uses of acids in real life eg neutralisation, carbon dioxide formation, salt formation.

11CHIb focuses on consolidate and build on Years 9–11; develop confidence in everyday communication. 

Semester 2 Topics · Going places · Health and food · Part time work and Leisure 

Languages Take You Places! Learning a language develops valuable lifelong skills, including problem-solving, analytical thinking, memory, creativity, and intercultural understanding. It also strengthens students' understanding of English by increasing their awareness of how languages work. 

Students will gain the confidence to communicate effectively in Mandarin Chinese across a range of everyday situations. They will continue to strengthen their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while developing a deeper appreciation of Chinese language and culture. 

Students may have a chance to participate in an educational trip to China. 

11CHIa builds on the knowledge and skills developed in Years 9–10, helping students become more confident and independent users of Mandarin Chinese. 

Semester 1 Topics · School Life · Going Places and Transport · Food and Everyday Life in China 

Languages Take You Places! Learning a language develops valuable lifelong skills, including problem-solving, analytical thinking, creativity, memory, and intercultural understanding. It also strengthens students' understanding of English by increasing their awareness of how languages work. 

Students will continue to develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while gaining a deeper appreciation of Chinese language and culture through authentic learning experiences.

 Students may also have the opportunity to participate in an educational trip to China. 

A multi-disciplinary subject that covers art, history, literature and philosophy of the ancient Greek world. 

Students study two topics: 

• Greek Social and Political Life - 
• Greek Mythology 

These ancient civilisations provide the foundations for concepts that can still be found today and are relevant to New Zealand society. 

A multi-disciplinary subject that covers art, history, literature and philosophy of the ancient Roman world. 

Students study two topics: - 

• Roman Social and Political Life - 
• Key figures of the Ancient Rome – Julius Caesar and Nero 

These ancient civilisations provide the foundations for concepts that can still be found today and are relevant to New Zealand society. 

This single semester course is for those who have a passion for dance, and wish to push themselves to extend their knowledge and understanding of the dance elements and choreographic devices.

 Students will create solo and group choreography, learn performance pieces and analyse and critique dances. This class is predominantly practical with opportunities to perform both live and in recorded pieces. 

Students are expected to wear stretch clothing and bare feet to allow full range of movement in dance class. 

Get involved in the practical course where you will learn to design and make a range of outcomes including:

• How to use a pattern and make a garment independently thus preparing you for the Year 12 course.
• Learning a variety of sewing techniques, including, seams, pockets, overlocking, adding buttons, using ribbing, interfacing, casings, eyelets and much more.
• How to design and build a sculpted wearable arts creation.
• Being inspired by themes and ideas from art eras.
• Plan and make an outcome of your choice, using the skills you have learnt throughout the Fashion courses.

Create theatre that communicates ideas and engages audiences.  

 In Theatre Makers 1, students begin to think like theatre-makers, exploring how drama is used to tell stories, express ideas and connect with audiences.  

You will: 

• Explore how different theatre styles influence performance choices (including Theatre Aotearoa, Elizabethan theatre, melodrama and musical theatre) 
• Perform in public events for live audiences (such as Showcase or the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival) 
• Develop creativity and collaboration through devising and performance work 
• Strengthen critical thinking by exploring professional theatre and reflecting on your own and others’ performances 

Some rehearsals and performances may occur outside normal class time. 

Take ownership of the creative process. 

 This course focuses on leadership and theatre-making, giving students the opportunity to act, write and direct their own work.  

 You will: 
• Perform significant roles for audiences in the wider community (e.g. Youthfest or similar opportunities) 
• Write original scenes from initial concept through to presentation 
• Take on directing roles and leadership skills 
• Collaborate with the creative and technical team to refine and strengthen performance work 

Students develop independence and begin working as creators, directors and collaborators.   

Some rehearsals and performances may occur outside normal class time. 

Students will learn and develop English skills through the theme of dystopian literature. A variety of texts such as The Hunger Games, Unwind and ‘The Pedestrian’ will be examined to see what categorizes this popular genre and why it continues to hold relevance in the world today. Students will learn about key dystopian themes such as power, control, and manipulation.  

 The key skills covered in this programme are: 

•literature text studies including novel and poetry 

•formal writing 

•close reading (reading comprehension) 

•oral language skills 

•spelling and grammar skills 

 Students will be expected to complete an independent reading programme as part of this and all other English courses. 

 The Dystopian course is an Option A course, completing the same skills as General English A but through a dystopian theme. All Year 11 students must select one course from Option A and one course from Option B to complete their English studies.   

 Please note that English is currently undergoing a national curriculum rewrite. This course is subject to change.

GROUP A 

GROUP B 

OPTION 

• 11ENGa General English  
• 11ENY Dystopian 

• 11ENGb General English 
• 11ENM Myths, Legends and Pūrākau 

• 11ENW Writing 
• 11LIT Literacy – a and b 

This course support students to understand how consumers (households) and producers (businesses) make decisions and how business use marketing strategies to attract customers. Students will explore how supply and demand influence the prices and availability of goods and services in local and international markets. 

This course develops an understanding of real-world economic and business concepts while building critical thinking and decision-making skills. 

Note: Students cannot also take Accounting and Economics for a Small Business. (11ECA part 1 or 2)

This course gives students an understanding of how consumers  (households) and producers (businesses) make decisions and how business use marketing strategies to attract customers.

 Students will explore how supply and demand influence the prices and availability of goods and services in local and international markets. 

This course develops an understanding of real-world economic and business concepts while building critical thinking and decision-making skills. 

Note: Students cannot also take Accounting and Economics for a Small Business. (11ECA part 1 or 2) 

This open-entry course offers a hands-on introduction to electronic music production and audio recording. You will explore using a DAW to record, sample, and experiment with synthesisers and studio effects. Bring your ideas to life by creating original tracks in styles like EDM, Hip Hop, or Drum and Bass. 

What you will learn: · 

• The Tech: Get to grips with DAWs, synths, and recording gear. · 
• The Beats: Try out beat programming, sequencing, and song structures. · 
• The Sound: Play with audio effects, sampling, and basic editing. · 
• The Style: Explore the concepts and ideas behind electronic genres. 

Students will learn and develop English skills through the genre of pūrākau, myths and legends. Students will look at a range of Greek, European, Pasifika, and Asian mythology as well as pūrākau from te ao Māori. Alongside this we will look at fascinating legends from across the globe. There are several opportunities for students to complete tasks based on their choice of myths or legends. 

   The key skills covered in this programme are: 

•literature text studies (including poetry and film) 

•close reading (reading comprehension) 

•connections between texts 

•formal writing 

•creative writing 

Students will be expected to complete an independent reading programme as part of this and all other English courses. 

 The Myths, Legends and Pūrākau course is an Option B course, completing the same skills as General English B but through a Myths, Legends and Pūrākau theme. All Year 11 students must select one course from Option A and one course from Option B to complete their English studies. 

Please note that English is currently undergoing a national curriculum rewrite. This course is subject to change.

GROUP A 

GROUP B 

OPTION 

• 11ENGa General English  
• 11ENY Dystopian 

• 11ENGb General English 
• 11ENM Myths, Legends and Pūrākau 

• 11ENW Writing 
• 11LIT Literacy – a and b 

This is a course for students who are going to be in New Zealand for a short period of time.  

Students have the opportunity to further develop their English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.  

The programme is a language course which focuses on units of work with an emphasis on building speaking, writing, reading and listening skills, vocabulary and celebrates students’ cultural heritages.  

Students will build on their English language learning, to help them succeed in the rest of their subjects.  

This is course for Year 11 students. Students have the opportunity to further develop their English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.  

 Students will also study a visual text, short stories, articles, develop research and essay writing skills, and improve their presentation skills. 

 Students will have the opportunity to gain the Literacy Co-Requisite Unit Standards in Reading and Writing, if they haven’t got them yet. 

 Year 11 students will also have the opportunity to gain Level 2 English Language credits. 

 This class is usually combined with Year 12 and 13 students. 

This is a continuation of Semester One ESL001a and is a combined course for both Level 1 and Level 2 students. Students have the opportunity to further develop their English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students will also study a visual text, short stories, articles and develop research and essay writing skills.

Level 1 students will have the opportunity to gain Level 1 literacy credits.

Level 2 students will have the opportunity to gain Level 2 English and ELL credits, and 8 credits towards U.E. literacy.

This course is designed to support students who need to build their reading literacy or have not yet obtained the Literacy Reading unit standards in Year 10. Students need to pass both the Reading and Writing unit standards to gain literacy and while this Semester One course will include writing skills, the primary focus will be on developing reading comprehension skills. The semester two course, 11ENLb - Writing focuses primarily on preparing for the writing literacy standard.  

 Skills: 

• Reading for understanding (reading comprehension) 
• Write to communicate ideas 
• Foundational spelling and grammar skills 

This course is designed to support students who need to build their reading literacy or have not yet obtained the Literacy Reading unit standards in Year 10.  

 Students need to pass both the Reading and Writing CAA unit standards to gain literacy and, while this Semester One course will include writing skills, the primary focus will be on developing reading comprehension skills.  

 The semester two course, 11LITb - Writing focuses primarily on preparing for the writing literacy standard.  

 Skills: 

•Reading for understanding (reading comprehension) 

•Write to communicate ideas 

•Foundational spelling and grammar skills

This course is designed to support students who need to build their writing literacy or have not yet obtained the Literacy unit standards.  Students need to pass both the Reading and Writing unit standards to gain literacy and while this Semester Two course will include reading comprehension skills, the primary focus will be on developing writing skills. The semester one course, 11ENLa - Reading focuses primarily on preparing for the reading literacy standard.   

 Skills: 

• Write to communicate ideas 
• Foundational spelling and grammar skills 
• Reading for understanding (reading comprehension)

This course is designed to support students who need to build their writing literacy or have not yet obtained the CAA Literacy unit standards.  

 Students need to pass both the Reading and Writing CAA unit standards to gain literacy and, while this Semester Two course will include reading skills, the primary focus will be on developing writing comprehension skills.  

 The semester one course, 11LITa - Reading focuses primarily on preparing for the reading literacy standard.  

 Skills: 

•Write to communicate ideas  

•Reading for understanding (reading comprehension) 

•Foundational spelling and grammar skills 

This course introduces students to working with a wide range of different food ingredients and investigates how ingredients are processed to produce different products.

Processing Technology has a focus on the understanding of the performance properties of ingredients through practical work and developing a wide range of practical skills.

This course covers:

• Creating a wide range of dishes suitable for the dietary requirements of teenagers.
• Nutrition specific to the needs of teenagers including specific dietary needs.
• Packaging information and marketing, which includes understanding the nutritional information panels on food packaging and how packaging information influences food choices and well- being.
• Investigating how cultural practices have influenced eating patterns in New Zealand.

The four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are further developed. The first six levels of the Learning Languages Curriculum are covered or revised. Students learn to communicate in French in a range of practical situations, including leisure activities, health and wellbeing as well as reporting on events in the past and expressing hopes and plans for the future.  Although not assessed, intercultural aspects are integrated in the topics, raising students’ awareness and understanding of France and the French.

The four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are further developed. Students learn to communicate in French in a range of practical situations, about self, town and region as well as reporting on events in the past and expressing future hopes and plans. Although not assessed, intercultural aspects are integrated in the topics, raising students’ awareness and understanding of France and French culture. 

Ever wanted to step behind the scenes of the gaming industry? Stop just playing games—start building them.

This semester course is designed for students with solid computer skills who want to learn what it takes to design, plan, and program their own computer games. Rather than just writing random code, you will step into the shoes of a real game developer—working through a professional design cycle, figuring out what your players actually want, and building an interactive digital experience from the ground up.

What You Will Explore (The Big Ideas):

• Game Engine Mechanics: Discover how to navigate and use a game engine to bring your digital worlds to life.
• Human-Centred Design: Learn how to interview end-users, gather feedback, and design game mechanics that specifically satisfy your players' requirements.
• The Iterative Process: Develop a professional production workflow. You will learn project management, planning, and how to constantly refine your project based on testing.
• Code Controls: Build your computational thinking skills by scripting game logic, managing version control, and executing rigorous testing procedures to squash bugs before launch.

How You Will Learn:

This is a fully project-based course where you apply your skills directly to context-based creative projects and assignments.

Note: Because this is a high-level development course, students are expected to engage with and tinker on their projects beyond classroom time.

Disclaimer:

Course Details, Costs cand Equipment, or assessments and versions offered may change without notice.

General English A will study a variety of text types, themes and settings while covering key English skills.  

  The key skills covered in this programme are: 

•literature text studies including, novel and poetry 

•formal writing 

•close reading (reading comprehension) 

•oral language skills 

•spelling and grammar skills 

 Students will be expected to complete an independent reading programme as part of this and all other English courses. 

 This course is an Option A course, completing the same skills as Dystopian English, but without a connected theme. All Year 11 students must select one course from Option A and one course from Option B to complete their English studies.   

GROUP A 

GROUP B 

OPTION 

• 11ENGa General English  
• 11ENY Dystopian 

• 11ENGb General English 
• 11ENM Myths, Legends and Pūrākau 

• 11ENW Writing 
• 11LIT Literacy – a and b 

General English B will study a variety of text types, themes and settings while covering key English skills.  

 The key skills covered in this programme are: 

•literature text studies (including poetry and film) 

•close reading (reading comprehension) 

•connections between texts 

•formal writing 

•creative writing 

Students will be expected to complete an independent reading programme as part of this and all other English courses. 

 This course is an Option B course, completing the same skills as Myths, Legends and Pūrākau but without a connected theme. All Year 11 students must select one course from Option A and one course from Option B to complete their English studies. 

 Please note that English is currently undergoing a national curriculum rewrite. This course is subject to change. 

GROUP A 

GROUP B 

OPTION 

• 11ENGa General English  
• 11ENY Dystopian 

• 11ENGb General English 
• 11ENM Myths, Legends and Pūrākau 

• 11ENW Writing 
• 11LIT Literacy – a and b 

Students will investigate the following concepts:

• Aspects of atomic structure, including ion formation
• Specific chemical reactions and how to write balanced equations for them.
• DNA, genes, chromosomes and how we inherit traits from our parents
• Genetic variation and its importance to living organisms
• Geology - The interactions between the Earth's spheres

Students will investigate the following concepts

• Aspects of mechanics
• Use of formula to calculate speed, forces, pressure and energy
• Development of a practical investigation to find a linear relationship (based on Physics concepts)
• Engineering and problem solving tasks.
• Interactions between the sun, moon and Earth.
• Significance of sun, moon and stars to Earth.

Geographers will explore Aotearoa New Zealand’s dynamic natural environment (taiao) and make connections between landscape processes and how they impact the cultural world. They will learn key geographic skills and concepts that create a strong foundation for NCEA Level 2. 

Some of the contexts we cover include: New Zealand’s unique tectonic plate boundary, geographic skills and a range of natural disasters. 

In this course, geographers will learn about urban environments and society in both local and global contexts. They will explore cities from around the world, analyse graphs and maps, and understand the factors influencing urban patterns. They will learn key geographic skills and concepts that create a strong foundation for NCEA Level 2. 

Some of the contexts we cover include: amazing world cities, patterns of crime, and geographic skills. 

This course is all about discovering what fuels a healthy, balanced life. 

You will explore what helps you to feel good and function well, identifying the key factors that strengthen your hauora across physical, mental, social, and spiritual dimensions. 

Through the use of wellbeing models such as Te Whare Tapa Whā, the Five Ways to Wellbeing, and Te Wheke, you will develop a deeper understanding of how different aspects of life contribute positively to wellbeing. 

As the course progresses, you will explore how nutrition fuels your body and mind. You will examine how food choices can support wellbeing, understand the value of different foods, and investigate the factors that influence what and how we eat, including culture, environment, and access. 

Through real-world contexts and practical experiences, you will be empowered to make informed decisions and take action to strengthen your own wellbeing and support the wellbeing of others. 

History Events and People That Have Rocked our World covers important individuals, groups and events that have shaped Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. 

Content includes:

The Plague.

Crime: Jack the Ripper and the women he murdered, The Parker Hulme Murder

Apartheid in South Africa.

Famous and infamous kiwis: Te Puea, Charles Upham, Archibald McIndoe, Whina Cooper, Ettie Rout, Nancy Wake, Minnie Dean.

The rise and fall of the Berlin Wall.

Gulags and Great Escapes.

World War One: The Christmas Truce.

The adventures of Ernest Shackleton.

The Irish Famine.

Beatlemania hits New Zealand.

Torture.

Medicine over time.

Disasters: Sinking of the Titanic, the Wahine disaster, Chernobyl, Mt Erebus air crash.

Cults: Charles Manson and the Manson family, Waco.

Prohibition, gangsters and the six o'clock swill.

This course is essential for students who have a genuine interest in history. Students who are able to manage their time effectively, complete regular class and homework will be suited to this course.

This course can be taken in combination with any other Year 11 History semester courses.

The Holocaust was the systematic state-sponsored killing of six million Jewish men, women, and children and millions of others including gypsies, Roma, homosexuals and those with disabilities by Nazi Germany and its collaborators during World War Two.

Skills to be taught:

• Research: how to locate and assess reliable sources, particularly within the online realm
• Essay structure and writing: creating logical arguments that incorporate reliable evidence
• Interpreting historical perspectives: recognising the different perspectives held in relation to significant historical events, and explaining the reasons behind these perspectives
• Understanding significance: explaining how a person, event or place can be of significance, and how this impacts the historical narrative

Topics to be covered

• The history of anti-semitism, the rise of the Nazi Party and the implementation of the Final Solution,
• Life in ghettos and camps.
• How Jews responded to their experiences through art, music and literature.
• How the Jews resisted persecution.
• The impact of the Holocaust including: Holocaust denial, hunting the Nazis after WW2
• The portrayal of the Holocaust through film.
• T4 programme, the Nazi German effort to kill incurably ill, physically or mentally disabled people

This course will be focused on World War One and World War Two. It will explore the many different facets of the two wars including: the origins of the wars; the technological and medical advancements; conscientious objectors; espionage; trench warfare; women and animals in war, and many more. 

Students will then complete a research assessment on a battle or campaign of their choice. 

Skills to be taught: 

•  Research: how to locate and assess reliable sources, particularly within the online realm 
•  Essay structure and writing: creating logical arguments that incorporate reliable evidence ·
•  Interpreting historical perspectives: recognising the different perspectives held in relation to significant historical events, and explaining the reasons behind these perspectives 
• Understanding significance: explaining how a person, event or place can be of significance, and how this impacts the historical narrative 

Topics to be covered:

•  Origins of the wars 
•  The Role of Propaganda 
•  Conscientious objectors, focusing on Archibald Baxter
•  The role of animals, women, and children
•  Key battles of WW1 and WW2 
• Trench warfare 
•  War on the home front 
• Technological and medical advancements, including a case study on the work of Archibald McIndoe 

This course introduces students to the requirements and demands of working in the hospitality industry. It covers a range of topics that will provide the basis for chef skills and working in a commercial kitchen.

Culinary Skills A has a focus on the preparation and cooking of foods such as meat, eggs, cheese, including sauces, salads and accompaniments.

Course details and costs may change without notice. 

This course introduces students to the requirements and demands of working in the hospitality industry. It covers a range of topics that will provide the basis for chef skills and working in a commercial kitchen.

Culinary Skills B has a focus on finger food and baked products.

This course may include one internal Level 2 Unit Standard.

Course details and costs may change without notice. 

This course is designed for students that

• want to study one less subject

or

• want to focus on an independent project of special interest

Independent Project:

This course is designed by the student and facilitated by a teacher. Students need to be self-motivated, passionate about a particular project, be prepared to study and/or investigate a project or train towards a particular goal. Students are responsible for developing a good timeline and producing an end product/outcome.

This course does not have NCEA credits attached but individual projects may attract credits, dependent on the project. Projects might include an elite sportsperson training for their particular sport, writing software, a local environment investigation or a research topic of interest. Students choose a topic that they are passionate about. The course is available to Year 11-13 students.

Studying one less subject:

Students would use 11ILP class time to work on their remaining courses. After planning their goal, they would be supervised, monitored and supported by their 11ILP teacher throughout the year. Students would be responsible for bringing their work to class and be expected to manage their time to achieve their goal which may include completion of an NCEA certificate or university STAR course.

This course is designed for students that

• want to study one less subject

or

• want to focus on an independent project of special interest

Independent Project:

This course is designed by the student and facilitated by a teacher. Students need to be self-motivated, passionate about a particular project, be prepared to study and/or investigate a project or train towards a particular goal. Students are responsible for developing a good timeline and producing an end product/outcome.

This course does not have NCEA credits attached but individual projects may attract credits, dependent on the project. Projects might include an elite sportsperson training for their particular sport, writing software, a local environment investigation or a research topic of interest. Students choose a topic that they are passionate about. The course is available to Year 11-13 students.

Studying one less subject:

Students would use 11ILP class time to work on their remaining courses. After planning their goal, they would be supervised, monitored and supported by their 11ILP teacher throughout the year. Students would be responsible for bringing their work to class and be expected to manage their time to achieve their goal which may include completion of an NCEA certificate or university STAR course.

Japanese is a unique and exciting language. New Zealand is becoming increasingly more international so knowing another language is more valuable than ever. We explore Japan developing language skills and communicate confidently using language necessary for working in the hospitality industry here in New Zealand. We explore the rich traditions and modern culture of Japan and learn language used in a variety of everyday situations.

Students will further develop the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

There are opportunities to participate in exchanges to Japan, host students from Japan, participate in future school trips to Japan and take part in the NCEA Japan Day at University of Canterbury alongside students from other schools studying Japanese.

Japanese is a unique and exciting language and as New Zealand becomes increasingly more international knowing another language helps us to develop key skills to interact respectfully as global citizens. In this semester course we explore the Japanese language and culture, building on language skills introduced during Year 9 and Year 10. 

The course is based around texts and the world of Anime that reflect popular Japanese language and culture. We will view and discuss online material, readings and video clips, exploring the unique rich culture of Japan.

 There are opportunities to participate in exchanges to Japan, host students from Japan, participate in future school trips to Japan and take part in the NCEA Japan Day at University of Canterbury alongside students from other schools studying Japanese. 

E ngā toa o te hokowhitu a te reo Māori, nei au e mihi ana ki a koutou.  This course is a continuation from 10MAO, during which students will continue to build on the four language skills.  The primary focus is to develop a practical confidence across - reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Topics to be covered:

Ngā Mahi Ngahau – Hobbies and interests.

Ngā Hākinakina  – Sports 

E ngā toa o te hokowhitu a te reo Māori, nei au e mihi ana ki a koutou.  This course is a continuation from Te Takawaenga Part 1, during which students will continue to build on the four language skills.  The primary focus is to develop a practical confidence across - reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Topics to be covered:

Te Ao Taiohi – The teenage world

Te Ao Pāpāho Māori – The World of Māori Media

Mātauranga Māori and Science A

Students will explore our local water bodies and the life within them through two different knowledge streams, Mātauranga Māori and Science. The Mātauranga Māori will be primarily based on mahinga kai (especially harakeke/flax and tuna (eels), ahi (fire) and wai (water). This will include field trips to Te Pā O Moki, Wairewa, Okuti Valley, Ararira stream and central Christchurch.  The Science of Biology and Chemistry will be explored through living organisms and the environment in which they live. The biology will include ecology, (especially adaptations, life cycles and feeding relationships) and genetics (DNA, genes, chromosomes and inheritance.)  The chemistry with include basic atomic structure and ion formation and acid base reactions.  Throughout this course, the Mātauranga Māori will be taught by mātanga or from resources approved by manawhenua.

Mātauranga Māori and Science B

Students will explore the concept of journeying (to and within Aotearoa), both in the past and the future through two different knowledge systems, Mātauranga Māori and Science. The Mātauranga Māori will be based around waka journeying to Aotearoa (including navigation) and journeying within Aotearoa especially Te Waipounamu (including maramataka).  It will include a two night noho marae, and field trips including waka ama and Tāwhaki on Kaitorete.  The Science in this semester is Physics and Astronomy.  In Physics, this will include aspects of mechanics, use of formula, a practical investigation to find a linear relationship. In Astronomy the interactions between sun, moon and earth.

Throughout this course, the Mātauranga Māori will be provided, if possible, by mātanga or would be from resources provided for, or approved by manawhenua.

In this semester long course students learn about machining, measuring and marking out, welding and grinding accurately.

 They learn through application via a practical project along with written evidence and research. 

The toolbox and lamp projects involve machine work on the lathe and the milling machine. A variety of hand work and welding is added to the projects. 

In this semester long course students learn about machining, measuring and marking out, also welding and grinding accurately. 

They learn through application via a practical project along with written evidence, research and evaluation. 

The Trebuchet and the weather-vane involve machine work on the lathe and the milling machine. A variety of hand work and welding is added to the projects where applicable. 

This semester course focuses on the use of Hard Materials. Students construct a project and support this with written and visual evidence, showing the technological process. Detailed orthographic and drawings with cutting list generated from the drawing’s forms part of their portfolio work. Students will evaluate their own project and their performance at the courses end.

This semester course focuses on the use of Hard Materials. Students construct a project and support this with written and visual evidence, showing the technological process. Detailed drawings, cutting lists with measurements and photographic evidence form an important part of their portfolio work.

• Health and safety (demonstrating safe practices in the workshop)
• Accuracy, precision, marking out (basic measurements) and literacy
• Planning, research, evaluating product, quality finishing
• Evaluating individual performance
• using hand tools, equipment and machinery
• preparing cutting lists and orthographic drawings

This semester course focuses on the use of Hard Materials. Students construct a project and support this with written and visual evidence, showing the technological process which is an important component of the assessment.  Detailed drawings, cutting lists, research, specifications and attributes, evaluating products, individual evaluations, and understanding stakeholders and stakeholder feedback as well as photographic evidence form an important part of their portfolio work. 

• Health and safety (demonstrating safe practices in the workshop)
• Accuracy, precision, marking out (basic measurements) and literacy
• Planning, research, evaluating product, quality finishing
• Evaluating individual performance
• using hand tools, equipment and machinery
• preparing cutting lists and orthographic drawing 

This semester course focuses on the use of Hard Materials. Students construct a project and support this with written and visual evidence, using the technological process which is an important component of the course.  Detailed drawings, cutting lists, research, specifications and attributes, evaluating products, individual evaluations, and understanding stakeholders and stakeholder feedback as well as photographic evidence form an important part of their portfolio work and final overall assessment. 

This course is designed as a supported learning course for those students who have not yet obtained the NCEA Corequisite Numeracy standard in Year 10. 

Students will be working towards sitting the NCEA Corequisite Digital Numeracy Assessment which will occur sometime around May/June.

Fictional universes with a major presence in films are referred to as cinematic universes. This course will involve significant close film viewing and analysis of films from a cinematic universe.

This could include one or more of the following:

• The DC or Marvel cinematic universe
• The Harry Potter cinematic universe
• The Lord of the Rings cinematic universe
• The Star Wars cinematic universe

There will be an expectation to be part of regular group discussion and

complete practical activities such as a You Tube film review making to show understanding.

Students taking this course need to be self-motivated and committed.

There is one internal NCEA assessment in this course which includes 3 Level 2

University Entrance literacy credits.

This course can be taken in combination with any other Year 11 media course.

Year 11 Media Production students will be able to explore their strengths and passions in planning and producing media products for film, radio/podcast, or magazine print media. Students will also gain important transferable skills such as developing their presentation skills, working with others, critical analysis, and problem-solving.

The overall theme is Music. Students will have their choice of producing a music video, a magazine feature article, or a radio show/podcast.

Students taking MEP101 need to be self-motivated and committed to completing their media products through to the presentation stage.

There is one internal NCEA assessment in this course. This course can be taken alongside any other Year 11 media course.

This course is based on the New Zealand Mathematics and Statistics curriculum. It will involve modelling situations using algebraic and graphical techniques, supported by an understanding of algebraic conventions and number.

This course is based on curriculum level 6 of the New Zealand Mathematics and Statistics curriculum. It will involve developing an understanding of mathematical and statistical processes needed to model real-world situations. 

This course is based on the New Zealand Mathematics and Statistics curriculum. It will involve modelling situations that utilise Measurement, Geometry, Statistics and aspects of Algebraic thinking.

However, the content of those curriculum strands you will be modelling will be different from those in 11MATa.

This course is based on the New Zealand Mathematics and Statistics curriculum and starts to explore some of the ideas of data science.

It will develop the ability to gather, work with, understand and use data in a variety of different ways to help tell the story about the world around us. This is becoming an essential skill for an ever-expanding range of jobs and careers.

To learn about different aspects of New Zealand Agriculture. This course will include:

• Carrying out a practical agricultural investigation and reporting on your findings.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the impact on the environment of primary production practices.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the geographic distribution of NZ agricultural primary production.

This course will place a strong emphasis on practical skills and will include a combination of both practical and written work. There will be an element of fieldwork in this course which could involve some animal handling. There will be no internal NCEA assessments in this course.

To learn about different aspects of New Zealand Horticulture. This course will include:

• Demonstrating knowledge of pasture/crop management practices
• Creating, designing and producing a landscape plan that reflects user requirements
• Demonstrating knowledge through practical and research activities of basic plant propagation techniques.

This course will place a strong emphasis on practical skills and will include a combination of both practical and written work. There will be an element of fieldwork in this course which may involve a trip to an outside agency to experience how several horticultural techniques are conducted within the primary industries.

There are no NCEA internal assessments.

This course starts with learning basic climbing skills and going on trips to a bouldering gym and indoor roped climbing wall in Christchurch. The students will also have an outdoor climbing experience.

The next unit is a tramping unit where basic tramping skills such as clothing, navigation, and safety will be covered. There will be a one-night trip where we camp, cook a meal, then do a full days tramp.

There will be a three-week unit on Environmental knowledge and skills with a trip to the Port Hills.

The last 5 weeks of the semester will be biking skills, where we will go on mountain biking trips, where students are expected to bring a mountain bike for this part of the course. 

There will be no internal NCEA assessments in this course. 

Students who choose this course should have a genuine enthusiasm for being in the water. 

Students will go surfing at Sumner beach twice early in the course. We will learn about snorkelling and coasteering before a day trip to do these activities. 

Students will spend several hours a week in the school pool learning kayak and water safety skills. 

In early Term two we will aim to do a local kayak journey, then as it gets colder the focus will change to camp craft skills, leading to an overnight trip to Otamahua / Quail Island. 

The course will finish with a unit about conservation, with a day trip to Te Waihora. 

This course is designed to enable students to challenge taken-for-granted assumptions of how society influences self and others in their thinking towards "hot topics" in physical activity. 

Students will have the opportunity to explore factors through physical contexts, relating to a variety of generations, through experiences in and out of school. The course features a mix of theory and practical lessons and is essential for students considering Physical Education in Years 12 or 13 (PED courses). 

This course can be taken in combination with any other Year 11 Physical Education, Health Education or Outdoor Education semester courses. 

This course is essential for students considering Physical Education in Years 12 or 13 (PED courses).

Students will be challenged both practically and theoretically to encourage them to think critically around how science can be used to enhance sports performance. 

The content will include: · Anatomy · Biomechanics · Exercise Physiology · Te Ao Māori. 

This course can be taken in combination with any other Year 11 Physical Education, Health Education or Outdoor Education semester courses. 

Students who select this course should have genuine enthusiasm for learning in, through and about movement.

 The course has an emphasis on participation, challenge, personal development interpersonal skills and how physical activity impacts wellbeing and attitude towards movement.

 These concepts are explored in a practical way through a variety of physical and sporting contexts, supported by classroom discussion and assignment work. 

Whilst this course does provide robust academic challenge, those students who wish to explore biophysical principles and socio-cultural perspectives in more depth should select 11PEH or 11PEF. 

This course can be taken in combination with any other Year 11 Physical Education, Health Education or Outdoor Education. 

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. Why do some people break the law? Can you trust your memories? Why do people become addicted? Are hidden forces influencing your behaviour without you even realising it? In this course, you'll explore these questions through fascinating case studies, experiments, and real-world examples.

 In this course, we will look at: 

The Biological Approach – Could your brain influence the choices you make? We will explore how biology helps explain human behaviour through contexts such as crime. 

The Cognitive Approach – Can your mind trick you? We will investigate how thoughts, perceptions, and memories shape our experiences through contexts such as memory.

 The Behavioural Approach – Why do habits form, and why can they be so hard to break? We will explore how learning and experience influence behaviour through contexts such as addiction.

The Psychodynamic Approach – Are there hidden forces shaping who you are? We will investigate the unconscious mind through contexts such as dreams, personality, and childhood experiences.

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. Ever wondered how psychologists know what they know? In this course, you won’t just learn about psychology—you’ll become a psychologist. Through experiments, observations, and real-world investigations, you will learn how researchers study behaviour and test their ideas. 

In this course, we will look at: 

Research Methods – How do psychologists investigate human behaviour? We will learn how to design studies, collect data, analyse results, and evaluate evidence using a range of psychological research methods. 

The Eggsperiment – Can you raise an egg like a baby? Through this hands-on project, we will explore responsibility, parenting, and the challenges of caring for a dependent infant. 

Attachment – Why do we form close relationships with some people? We will investigate how early attachments develop, why they are important, and how they can influence us throughout life.

Observation in Psychology – How do psychologists study behaviour in the real world? During a field trip to Orana Wildlife Park, you will carry out your own observational research and learn how psychologists record and interpret behaviour. 

In this semester course, students will explore how individuals, groups, and institutions work to promote social justice and human rights. Through engaging discussions and activities, ākonga will learn about the efforts to create a fair and just society, understand the challenges faced, and discover how they can make a positive impact in their community and beyond. 

Students will plan and carry out a social action, working in the community to address an issue or concern of their choosing.

Students will develop skills such as research, communication, collaboration, empathy and ethical understanding, and advocacy. 

This course can be taken in combination with any other year 11 Social Studies semester course.

In this course, students will learn about different cultures of the world. They will also look at how culture, including our hobbies and families, has changed over time, and why. There will be lots of practical activities, such as a fashion show, making dioramas and listening to guest speakers.

Students will develop skills such as research, cultural awareness, group work and communicating ideas.

This course can be taken in combination with any other Year 11 Social Studies semester course.

Year 11 Spatial & Product Design is a project-based course that develops practical design and visual communication skills through a realistic design project. 

Students learn how designers respond to a site, user needs, and environmental factors while developing strong skills in freehand sketching, rendering, perspective drawing, plans, elevations, and design presentation. A strong emphasis is placed on using drawing as a tool for thinking, exploring ideas, and communicating design solutions. 

Students will also be introduced to digital design tools, including CAD and digital presentation techniques, to support the development and communication of their ideas. 

This course is ideal for students who enjoy drawing, designing, creative problem solving, and hands-on design projects, and provides a strong foundation for senior Spatial & Product Design 

Year 11 Spatial & Product Design is a project-based course with a strong focus on digital design, model making, and visual communication skills. Students work through a realistic design challenge, developing ideas from concept through to a well-presented design outcome. 

Students learn how to use industry-standard design tools, including CAD (Computer Aided Design), digital modelling, Photoshop, and presentation software, while continuing to develop hand sketching and visual communication skills. They will create digital drawings, plans, elevations, perspectives, and presentation boards to communicate their ideas clearly and professionally.

 A key part of the course is physical model making, where students test, develop, and communicate their ideas through a range of 3D modelling techniques. This helps students better understand form, scale, space, and how designs work in the real world. Using machines such as the laser cutter, 3D printer and hot wire cutter to help create their models. 

The course encourages creative thinking, problem solving, and design development, helping students understand how designers combine drawing, digital technologies, and physical modelling to create successful design solutions. 

This course is ideal for students who enjoy digital creativity, model making, architecture, product design, technology, and hands-on design projects, and provides a strong foundation for senior Spatial & Product Design and future pathways in architecture, engineering, construction, product design, digital design, and related industries. 

E ngā kaihaka e kaingākau ana ki te Mahi a te Rēhia, te Haka ā Tāne Rore, nei au e mihi ana ki a koutou. This course is designed to develop proficiency and competence in kapahaka. This course will also delve into the history and tikanga behind the many waiata and haka performed in te ao kapahaka (the kapahaka world). A primary focus is to develop confidence and ability, and to increase knowledge and understanding of Māori Performing Arts.

Waiata types to be covered are:

Waiata-a-ringa – Action songs

Mōteatea – Traditional chants

Poi

Haka

Waiata Tira - Chorals

There will be frequent opportunities for the students to participate in community events, building community rapport and developing confidence.

E ngā kaihaka e kaingākau ana ki te Mahi a te Rēhia, te Haka ā Tāne Rore, nei au e mihi ana ki a koutou. This course is designed to develop proficiency and competence in kapahaka. This course will also delve into the history and tikanga behind the many waiata and haka performed in te ao kapahaka (the kapahaka world). A primary focus is to develop confidence and ability, and to increase knowledge and understanding of Māori Performing Arts.

Waiata types to be covered are:

Waiata-a-ringa – Action songs

Mōteatea – Traditional chants

Poi

Haka

Waiata Tira - Chorals

There will be frequent opportunities for the students to participate in community events, building community rapport and developing confidence.

Love writing? This one semester course is dedicated to creative and formal writing. Learn new ways to express yourself and how to persuade people of your opinion. Students will build a folio of writing and then submit one piece of formal writing and another piece of creative writing for assessment. This course will also have a focus on grammar and spelling and how being clear in meaning is crucial to being successful. 

 Skills: 

•close reading skills 

•speaking and presenting skills 

•formal writing skills 

•creative writing skills

How do you send a message that the entire world can intercept, but only your friend can read? Welcome to the high-stakes world of cryptography.

During World War II, the infamous Enigma machine allowed secret messages to be encrypted and sent completely securely. In this course, you will crack open the history and logic behind encryption algorithms to discover how they work—and how to break them. If you want to think like a professional programmer, master advanced coding techniques, and solve deep digital puzzles, this course is your gateway.

What You Will Explore (The Big Ideas):

• Python Programming: Take your text-based coding to the next level by learning advanced Python techniques, including how to handle indexed data structures and custom functions.
• Cybersecurity & Cryptography: Explore core Computer Science concepts by writing programs to execute encryption, decryption, and even automated hacks on encrypted text.
• Algorithmic Evaluation: Don’t just write code—learn how to evaluate it. You will look at different algorithms to determine which ones are the most efficient and secure.
• Debugging & Testing: Master the tech sector's most valuable skill—learning how to systematically test, trace, and debug your code to prove it works flawlessly under pressure.

How You Will Learn:

You will learn by stepping directly into the role of a software engineer, using the technological process to solve complex data challenges. Assignments are entirely project-based with practical programming challenges and written analysis portfolios, making this perfect preparation for senior computer science pathways.

Disclaimer:

Course Details, Costs cand Equipment, or assessments and versions offered may change without notice.

This course allows students to develop their photographic and graphic design skills in the context of a promotional campaign. 

Students will use a range of digital and analogue art making techniques to develop their own ideas and subject matter to produce their own design solutions. 

Projects include illustration, photography, graphic design and typography. Students will be guided by contemporary and established photography and graphic design practice to produce such things as logos and posters to promote a local environmental initiative. 

For those wishing to study Y11 Painting in Semester two you must take either this course Photography/Design or Sculpture & Printmaking in semester one. 

This course allows students to develop their aesthetic persona in the context of Drawing and Painting. 

Tasks introduce contemporary techniques and established painting practice; students use a range of digital and analogue art making techniques to develop their own ideas and subject matter to produce their own artwork.

 Projects include college, digital collage, and Painting. 

Subject matter is generated from the first semester Y11 Art courses (Y11ART A and/or Y11ART B) 

This is a semester course that allows students to learn about the foundational knowledge of Sculpture and Printmaking. 

This course allows students to develop their aesthetic persona in the context of Drawing, Sculpture and Printmaking. Although there are specific learning tasks that introduce techniques and established artistic practice, students use a range of digital and analogue art making techniques to develop their own ideas and subject matter to produce their own artwork. Projects include sculptural drawing, digital collage, printmaking, and sculpture. Students develop critical thinking, collaborative and creative skills that are fostered through student directed projects.

For those wishing to study Y11 Painting in Semester two you must take either this course Photography/Design or Sculpture & Printmaking in semester one. 

This is a small multi-year level course.  The content of this course is adapted for the individual cohort to support the development of the individual's literacy, numeracy and life skills. 

This course develops your performance, composition, and musicianship skills through the study of contemporary music.

 Ākonga will apply musical knowledge in practical contexts with increasing independence and control. 

There is a strong focus on creating, performing, and understanding music at a deeper level. 

In this course, ākonga will: · 

• Demonstrate performance skills as a soloist and ensemble member · 
• Develop and apply songwriting and composition techniques to create original music 
• Apply aural skills to recognise and interpret pitch, rhythm, and harmony · 
• Analyse and interpret music (written and recorded) to understand musical elements, structure, and style 

This course will develop your performance skills while exploring more formal approaches to composition, including instrumental writing and music for film.

In this course, you will: ·

• Perform as a soloist and ensemble member with increasing confidence and control · 
• Compose and arrange music in more formal styles, including instrumental and film-based music · 
• Apply aural skills to recognise and understand pitch, rhythm, and harmony · 
• Analyse music (written and recorded) to understand structure, style, and context in greater depth 

Students will use a computer software package XERO to prepare financial information, Accounts Receivable Management, Preparing financial statements and analyse and interpret accounting information. 

The Level 2 AHS201 course consists of four internals all worth 4 credits each and one external worth 4 credits.

• Demonstrate understanding of livestock reproductive techniques in commercial production in New Zealand.
• Demonstrate understanding of interactions between livestock behaviour and New Zealand commercial management practices.
• Carry out an extended practical agricultural or horticultural investigation.
• Produce a landscape plan

There is one external worth 4 credits that examines the development and use of land for Primary Production in New Zealand.

Field trips are incorporated into most of the units to aid student understanding of farming in New Zealand.

Some of the Biology from Level 1 is developed further, and new topics are introduced including:

• Genetic variation and change.
• Animal diversity.
• Cell structure and function.
• Ecology.

This course develops entrepreneurial thinking and gives students a hands-on opportunity to create and run their own small business. Learning about teamwork, leadership, and financial literacy. Working in teams, students will develop a product that aims to make a profit while supporting a community need.

Students will complete market research, business planning, budgeting, marketing, production, sales, run student-led events and learn about employee motivation. 

Note: Students will submit individual assessments. 

A major emphasis of the course is on the development and application of Algebra and Graph skills. Calculus is also introduced at this level. 

 Some of the Chemistry from Level 1 is developed further, and new topics are introduced. There is a core section of four main topics:

2.4 Atomic structure and bonding.

2.7 Oxidation - reduction.

2.5 Organic substances (carbon compounds)

2.6 Chemical Reactivity.

There are a number of experiments incorporated into all these areas.

This course builds on the foundations established in Year 11, fostering greater independence and confidence in using authentic Chinese. Students will continue to develop as independent language learners while expanding their knowledge and use of more advanced vocabulary, sentence structures, and Hanzi.

 Through a range of authentic learning experiences, students will have many opportunities to develop and demonstrate their communication and intercultural competencies. 

Students may also have the opportunity to participate in an educational trip to China, providing valuable firsthand experience of the language and culture. 

A multi-disciplinary subject that covers art, history, literature and philosophy of the ancient Greek and Roman world. 

Students study four topics: · 

• Greek Mythology - Discover the fascinating world of myth. Study the amazing world of the Greek Hero. Learn about Hercules, Perseus, Jason and Theseus to name a few plus the ultimate myth of Troy and the Trojan horse. · 
• Eruption of Mt Vesuvius - Students will have the opportunity to explore this significant historical event and what we can learn about the lives of the Ancient Romans from what was preserved in Pompeii after the eruption. · 
• Art and Architecture of Greece and Rome. Examine art and architecture with emphasis on their features and why they were important to the Classical world. · 
• Homer: The Odyssey - The epic story of Odysseus and his voyage home from the Trojan War. These ancient civilisations provide the foundations for concepts that can still be found today and are relevant to New Zealand society. 

This course is intended for students who have an interest in the technical aspects of artmaking. 

The year is spent investigating processes such as Photography, Screen Printing and stop-motion Animation. 

This is a fully internally assessed course. Each standard offers 4 internal Achievement Standard credits, a total of 16 credits. 

Ever wondered how apps like Spotify, Instagram, or Steam store and fetch massive amounts of information instantly? They rely on databases. This course is designed for students who want to take their coding to the next level by building data-driven software.

Instead of writing simple scripts, you will learn how to design and build a functional relational database application from scratch. Using Python linked with an SQLite database, you will design a custom software application centred entirely around a dataset of your choice—whether that is tracking video game statistics, managing sports league tables, or organising a music library.

What You Will Learn

The course covers key areas of digital systems, structured around modern computer science practices:

• Data Systems & Relational Databases: Go beyond basic spreadsheets. You will learn how to design structured databases using primary and foreign keys to link information seamlessly across multiple tables.
• Advanced Programming & Database Integration: Move past basic scripts and learn modular programming using methods and functions. You will master how to use indexed data structures (like lists) and write code that allows your Python program to dynamically create, retrieve, and manipulate data stored inside an SQLite database.
• Modular Software Design: Learn how to structure your Python programs professionally using methods and functions. You will use indexed data structures (like lists) to manage and manipulate information dynamically within your code.
• Computer Science Concepts: Explore the fundamental theories that power digital technologies, including data representation, error control, and what makes an algorithm fast and scalable.

Skills You Will Develop

• Agile Project Management: Move from an initial idea to a working prototype using industry-standard tools (like Kanban boards and sprint planning) to manage your development timeline.
• Systematic Testing & Debugging: Learn how to bulletproof your code. You will develop rigorous testing procedures to find edge cases, trace program execution, and fix bugs before your users encounter them
• Data Integrity & Privacy:  Discover how to clean and validate incoming data to ensure your system remains reliable, accurate, and secure.

Course Expectations: 

• Independent Drive: Because this course gives you the freedom to build a project around a topic you are passionate about, you will need to actively manage your time and continue progressing your project outside of regular class hours 

Disclaimer:

Course Details, Costs cand Equipment, or Credits and versions offered may change without notice.

Refine your skills and create purposeful theatre.

Year 12 Drama is a practical course where students develop and refine their performance and theatre-making skills, working with greater intention and control. Students have the opportunity to pursue optional extension standards, including directing and scriptwriting. All internally assessed, acting-based standards in Year 12 Drama are Achievement Standards. 

 You will: 

• Perform substantial roles in scripted productions 
• Devise and present original Drama with clear purpose and social or thematic focus 
• Explore theatre forms, styles and performance techniques 
• Develop directing, scriptwriting and collaborative skills 
• Make informed and deliberate choices using drama techniques, conventions and technologies 
• Shape and refine performances for specific audiences 

Assessment is primarily internal, with an optional external examination available. All performance assessment 
 
Some rehearsals and performances will occur outside normal class time. 

 Events and Entertainment Technologies (EET) Unit Standards are available for Year 12 students who are independent, self-motivated, and have demonstrated interest or experience in this area. Entry is by consultation with the HOD. 

This blended course provides an opportunity for Yr 12 students to experience a tertiary course aligned with their vocational pathway while still being enrolled at school. Successful applicants would study part-time at Lincoln High School (LHS) and part-time at a tertiary trade academy, either Ara or the National Trade Academy (NTA). Students would attend LHS Monday - Wednesday and Ara or NTA Thursday – Friday. Applicants must have the tertiary course choice approved by LHS before applying to Ara or NTA. Student results from LHS, Ara or NTA count towards Level 2 NCEA.  On completion of this course it is expected that students will leave school to attend full time tertiary study or employment.

THIS IS A COURSE FOR STUDENTS INTENDING TO TRANSITION OUT OF SCHOOL AT THE END OF THE YEAR. 

The course details may change.

Lincoln High School (Monday to Wednesday) course – Still choose 5 subjects ( with DEP203 being the 6th subject)

Possible Ara (Thursday and Friday) courses:

• Trades: Construction, Carpentry, Electrical, Automotive, Plumbing, Engineering 
• Hospitality
• Digital Design
• Barbering and Hairdressing
• Beauty Therapy

Possible National Trade Academy Level 2 (Thursday and Friday) courses include:

• Animal Care
• Agriculture
• Apiculture (Beekeeping)
• Horticulture and Landscaping
• Equine
• Transport, Logistics and Warehousing
• Welding and Light Engineering

The course looks at issues currently facing the New Zealand economy, and will enhance your ability to understand the importance of the economic information you receive through the media.

• Inflation: what it is and how it impacts on households and firms and how the government influences the economy. 
• Unemployment: types, causes and impact of unemployment on society. 
• Economic growth: what this is, how it's measured and how it impacts on households and firms (society) 
• Government policies: How government policy keeps inflation under control and how the government tries to increase international trade and economic growth. 

English is not compulsory at Year 12; however, it is strongly recommended.  

 This course is designed for students who enjoy thinking deeply, reading widely, and writing with purpose. You will build a refined writing portfolio that showcases both creative flair and structured formal work. Alongside this, you’ll explore a range of literature and sharpen your analytical skills through close reading of thought-provoking texts. A passion for independent reading and writing will help you thrive in this course, as you develop greater confidence and sophistication in your written voice. 

English is not compulsory at Year 12; however, it is strongly recommended.   

 This course is designed for students who enjoy engaging with a wide range of texts and want to strengthen their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. You will read and view novels, short stories, poetry, film, and non-fiction, with a focus on how language and visual techniques are used to explore ideas, shape meaning, and impact audiences. 

 In addition to text analysis, a key component of ENG201 is developing your own writing through a portfolio that includes both creative and formal pieces. This internally assessed portfolio is worth six University Entrance Literacy Writing credits and allows you to experiment with voice, structure, and style. 

 ENG201 helps you become a confident, thoughtful communicator and reader. It provides a strong foundation in English for students preparing for further study in Year 13 or seeking to meet University Entrance literacy requirements. 

English is not compulsory at Year 12; however, it is strongly recommended.   

This course explores the nature of war—both as a global event and a personal experience. With a focus on World War I and II, students will examine themes such as power, morality, identity, and the struggle between good and evil. Texts include film, fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and short stories. The Holocaust will be explored through literature, with attention to moral and ethical decision-making in times of crisis. 

Students will also explore historic texts that reflect on war across eras, connecting past and present views of conflict. Independent inquiries allow for personal exploration into topics like the Vietnam War, terrorism, or the Final Solution. 

 ENC201 fosters empathy, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of how war shapes humanity through the stories we tell.

This course includes internal and external Achievement Standards (19 credits). Practical work is an integral part of this course. Topics covered include:

• Sports nutrition
• A nutritional issue for families in New Zealand.
• Sustainable food related practices.
• Food choices, well-being and determinants of health.

All students must follow Health and Safety regulations as required.

Course Details, Costs and Equipment, or Credits and versions offered may change without notice. 

The course aims to increase students' confidence in speaking French in everyday situations. 

Students will learn about other French speaking countries throughout the world, increasing appreciation of different cultures. They will focus on giving and responding to advice and opinions relating to topical discussions. They will be encouraged to read a wide variety of literary media. A French film study will also be part of the course.  Work is based on Level 7 and 8 of the New Zealand Learning Languages Curriculum.

The four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking will be assessed.

Gateway is designed for senior students with a clear vocational pathway they wish to explore while still at school. 

Students undertake structured workplace learning across a range of industries while working towards NZQA Unit Standards, primarily at Level 2 and 3.

Students will spend between 5–10 days on placement during the year and are expected to achieve a minimum of 20 credits. 

Entry would be by application and interview, with criteria including:
• strong attendance;
• ability to work independently;
• commitment to a chosen career pathway;
• parental/caregiver support; and
• attainment of, or progress towards, a learner licence. 

In this course, geographers examine global landscapes. We explore the unique features of Aoraki/Mt Cook, the diverse ecosystems of the Amazon tropical rainforests and understand the complexities of development inequalities between countries. 

This course is intended for students who wish to investigate Graphic Design and Photography. 

Three quarters of this course is dedicated to the study of Design which is assessed as an A1 external folio. The other quarter is dedicated to the study of Photography assessed as one 4 credit internal standard. 

Design study includes basic design principles and introduction to computer graphics and other design techniques. From there students create their own Graphic Design brief and make work that promotes a product, event or service. 

Photography study starts with research into established photographic practice which is then used to inform their own photographic practice. 

This course explores the personal, interpersonal, and societal factors that influence well-being, along with strategies to enhance well-being and promote social justice at each of these levels.

 At Level 2, students will work towards NCEA Health Education Achievement Standards, with opportunities to gain up to 15 credits. This includes 10 credits from two internal assessments and 5 credits from one external assessment.

 HED201 is designed for students who are critical thinkers and who have a genuine interest in exploring future pathways in health.

Students will study three topics drawn from the following topics:

•  9/11 OR The Munich Olympic Massacre ·
•  Assassinations that changed the world · 
•  The Fall of the Berlin Wall · 
•  The Vietnam War 

The course focuses on terrorism, conflict and protest .

This course includes internal Unit Standards only. Students are not able to gain course endorsement.

The nature of this course dictates particular recipes for assessments. Accommodation for special dietary requirements and preferences will not always be possible.

Students may complete the following unit standards: 

• · Practice food safety methods in a food business.
• · Prepare and assemble and present basic sandwiches for service.
• · Demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso coffee equipment and prepare espresso beverages under supervision.
• · Cook food items by grilling.
• · Compare characteristics of international dishes and prepare and present international dishes.

All students must follow Health and Safety regulations as required. 

Course Details, Costs and Equipment, or Credits and versions offered may change without notice. 

This course is designed for students who:

• Have enrolled in another programme of study with an external provider (e.g. University STAR course). The programme must offer either NCEA credits or other relevant credits towards a qualification. 
• Due to timetable constraints, require a space to complete an NCEA subject in another line, or specific credits needed for a qualification (e.g. University entrance literacy credits). 
• Are enrolled in two or more portfolio subjects with a future pathway plan in one or more of these areas. 

Level 2 Japanese students will be able to explore their strengths and passion for Language Learning, building their capability as a global citizenship. 

Themes of Study are · Going on Exchange · Teenage Life · Eating and Drinking · Leisure 

Skills: Students will use language to express and justify their own ideas and support or challenge those of others. Students will also learn about the culture and customs of Japan, developing their intercultural competence further. At this level 75 Kanji are introduced. A Japanese Anime study will also be part of the course. 

We have students on exchange or studying for a short time at Lincoln High School. We are fortunate that these students often get involved with helping in our language classrooms, giving students the opportunity to talk with and listen to a native speaker. 

This course is designed to support students who need to build their reading literacy or have not yet obtained the NCEA Literacy Co-Requisite Unit Standards in Year 10 and Year 11. Students will build their literacy skills through a classroom programme focused on reading and writing. They will work at their own pace, with support tailored to their individual learning needs.  Students need to pass both the Reading and Writing unit standards to gain literacy. 

Skills:
• Reading for understanding
• Write to communicate
• Speaking and listening

This full-year course provides students with comprehensive training in machining, measuring, marking out, welding, and grinding techniques, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and precision. Students develop their skills through the practical application of these techniques while completing a major project and producing supporting written evidence.

 The written component of the course requires students to document their learning through research, testing, and evaluation reports. These reports are supported by photographs that illustrate key stages of project development and construction. 

Students may undertake either an Electric Go-Kart or a Wood Cooker project. These projects involve the use of a range of engineering processes, including machining on both the lathe and milling machine. In addition, students gain extensive experience in hand fabrication techniques and welding processes, which form a significant part of the construction work required to successfully complete the project. 

This is a skills and theory-based course to challenge students through a variety of different wood projects.   Students will be expected to focus on high quality hand skills in the achievement of set 

• Health and safety (demonstrating safe practices in the workshop)
• Accuracy, precision, marking out (basic measurements) and literacy
• Planning, research, evaluating product, quality finishing
• Evaluating individual performance
• using hand tools, equipment and machinery
• preparing cutting lists and orthographic drawings

This is a skills and theory-based course to challenge students through a variety of different wood projects.   Students will be expected to focus on high quality hand skills while completing set projects, working and interpreting drawings. Students will study the theory behind the tools, materials, and processes.  

This fashion and textiles course will empower you with the knowledge and skills for you to achieve your potential. You will gain transferable design skills and an understanding of the technical side of garment construction through testing. You can study related areas such as, material properties, pattern making and sustainability to expand your knowledge.

This course will give you the opportunity to:

• Design and make an outcome for an event. This could include but is not limited to: School ball, job interview, horse riding competition, wearable arts, xmas or other themed party, holiday, kite day, sporting event or family celebration.
• Be inspired and learn from people that have been involved in the textiles/event arts industry.
• Develop confidence, skills and creativity with fabrics and other materials in the context of the event
• Project manage an outcome from start to finish in time for an event chosen by you.
• Research, design and test different ideas to meet a brief and complete a successful outcome.
• Gain an in-depth understanding of the links between your work and global issues such as sustainability, environmental concerns, health and safety.

• Health and safety (demonstrating safe practices in the workshop)
• Accuracy, precision, marking out (basic measurements) and literacy
• Planning, research, evaluating product, quality finishing
• Evaluating individual performance
• using hand tools, equipment and machinery
• preparing cutting lists and orthographic drawings

This is a skills and theory-based course to challenge students through a variety of different wood projects.   Students will be expected to focus on high quality hand skills while completing set projects, working and interpreting drawings. Students will study the theory behind the tools, materials, and processes.  This course is assessed through wood trades Unit Standards’.

Level 2 Media students will be able to explore their strengths and passion in producing media products for film, radio or print. Students need to be self-starters and strong independent learners in order to benefit from the range of transferrable skills, such as critical analysis, presenting, working with others and problem solving, that is taught in this subject.

Typical areas of focus will be:

• Understanding narrative story telling in a film trilogy
• Understanding aspects of the documentary film genre
• Presenting an aspect of the film industry through producing a You Tube style video, Empire Magazine article, or radio documentary

Level 2 NCEA Media Studies Achievement Standards are offered, with students able to achieve 10 credits from two internal assessments and four credits from one external assessment. Students taking MEP201 need to be self-motivated and committed to completing self-directed media products.

Year 12 Outdoor Education is an exciting, hands-on course for students who enjoy challenge, adventure, and the outdoors. 

Students will develop practical skills and confidence through real-world experiences, gaining Unit Standards in kayaking, rock climbing, tramping, and ski/snowboard. This course is highly experiential, with regular day trips and overnight camps each term. Through these activities, students build resilience, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills while managing risk in outdoor environments.

 A strong commitment is required, as participation in all trips and camps is essential for assessment. Students must take responsibility for catching up on missed work from other subjects. 

This course offers students the opportunity to gain 17 credits towards NCEA Level 2 across five units of learning. 

Students will develop their understanding of how the body moves and responds to physical activity while building practical, interpersonal, and communication skills

Topics include: 

•  Applying biophysical principles · 
• Performing a physical activity · 
• Relating biophysical principles to learning a physical skill · 
• Examining the significance of a sporting event 

The course aims to develop students' personal well-being and prepare them for future academic and vocational opportunities. 

Welcome to PER202 for 2027.

 This Level 2 Physical Education course offers a variety of practical and theoretical learning experiences designed to develop your physical, social, and personal skills. Throughout the year, you will participate in a range of activities that challenge you both physically and mentally while working towards Level 2 NCEA credits. 

PER202 provides opportunities to gain 15 Level 2 NCEA credits through a combination of Achievement Standards and Unit Standards. 

The course is divided into five units of work, each focusing on different aspects of mainly physical education, with a unit outdoor recreation based. 

By the end of the Level 2 course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of atoms and radioactivity.
• Demonstrate understanding of mechanics.
• Demonstrate understanding of electricity and electromagnetism.

This course is intended for those students who wish to pursue a traditional Visual Arts study. 

Areas of study include Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking and related drawing techniques.

Half of the year is dedicated to the study of Painting whilst the other half of the course is dedicated to Sculpture and/or Printmaking. 

Students get to choose which drawing focus they prefer between sculpture or printmaking. Painting is studied as an externally assessed 2 panel A1 Folio of work. 

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. This course explores how people think, feel, and act in everyday situations through engaging research, real-world examples, and practical investigations. In this course, we will look at: Stress and Clinical Psychology – Why do people experience stress differently? We will explore the biological, cognitive,  cultural, and behavioural explanations of stress, including how our thoughts, beliefs, learning experiences, and physiology influence our responses to challenging situations. 

Conformity – Why do people sometimes change their behaviour to fit in with a group? We will investigate the power of social influence and explore classic studies that show how group pressure can affect decision-making. 

Obedience – Why do ordinary people follow orders, even when those orders conflict with their values? Through studies such as the Milgram Experiment and the Stanford Prison Experiment, we will examine the influence of authority and social roles on behaviour. 

Violence – Why do some people become aggressive or violent? We will examine biological, psychological, and environmental explanations for violence and consider how psychologists use this knowledge to understand and reduce harmful behaviour. 

The Halo Effect – Do first impressions really matter? We will explore how appearance, attractiveness, and other positive traits can influence the way we judge people, often without us realising it. 

English is not compulsory at Year 12; however, it is strongly recommended. 

This course is based around texts that take the reader on the hero’s journey as their moral codes are challenged. We explore the blurred lines between good and evil. What makes someone a hero? What motivates a villain? By analysing complex characters and the choices they make in extreme situations, students will reflect on their own beliefs and assumptions.   

There will be a certain amount of flexibility in the course structure depending on your interests as we pull from a variety of both external and internal English Achievement Standards. 

By the end of the Level 2 course, students will have developed their understanding of aspects of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology and Astronomy. In addition they will refine their Science skills.

Students are not recommended to study Level 2 Science along with Level 2 Physics due to an overlapping standard.

Students will be assessed internally using research and investigation based assignments, along with one external standard at the end of the year as part of the Earth and Space Science Examination.

This course is designed as a supported learning course to help students gain the NCEA Corequisite Digital Numeracy Assessment which will occur sometime around May/June in semester 1 and October in semester 2. 

This full-year course explores contemporary social issues and examines how people, communities, and societies respond to change. Ākonga investigate a range of local, national, and global issues, developing their ability to analyse values and perspectives, think critically, and evaluate the impacts of social action.

 Through topics such as community identity, explored through the context of Gloriavale, global migration and refugees, conspiracy theories and misinformation, and cultural conflicts such as the contested ownership of Jerusalem, ākonga examine how social issues affect different groups and how societies can work towards positive outcomes. 

This course develops critical thinking, research, and communication skills while encouraging students to become informed and active citizens in an increasingly complex world. 

“Every word a woman writes changes the story of the world, revises the official version.”  Carolyn See 

 Tired of history? Time for some her-story? This multi-level Level 2 / Level 3 course aims to introduce you to the central concepts in feminist theory and to apply these to the analyses of literary texts.  We will study a selection of novels, film, short stories, song lyrics and poetry that focus on women’s lives and reflect on the presentation and positioning of females from various gendered, racial, socio-economic, and national perspectives. 

Year 12 Spatial & Product Design is a project-based course where students take on exciting design challenges and develop their skills as creative thinkers and designers.

 Projects may include designing hot pools, cafés, restaurants, galleries, community spaces, or other unique environments, giving students the opportunity to create spaces that are both functional and visually engaging. 

Students will learn how to explore ideas, develop design concepts, and communicate their thinking through freehand sketching, rendering, model making, CAD, Photoshop, and presentation techniques. Physical and digital models are used throughout the design process to test ideas, explore spaces, and bring concepts to life. Students will also have opportunities to use laser cutters, 3D printers, and other digital fabrication tools to create detailed models and prototypes. 

Throughout the course, students learn how designers respond to users, site, culture, and the environment while testing, refining, and improving their ideas. Creativity, innovation, and problem solving are at the heart of the course. 

This course is ideal for students who enjoy drawing, designing, creating, model making, and thinking differently. 

Sport Leadership is a practical course designed for students who want to develop their confidence, communication and leadership skills through sport and physical activity. Students actively participate in a variety of sporting contexts while learning how successful teams function and how effective leaders positively influence others. 

Students will explore group processes, teamwork, and leadership strategies before applying these skills by planning and leading coaching sessions for younger students and helping to organise and deliver sporting events. The course combines practical participation with reflection and real-world leadership experiences.

 This course is ideal for students who enjoy being physically active, working collaboratively with others, and are interested in developing skills that are transferable to sport, recreation, education, health, fitness and community leadership pathways. 

The Course involves 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. 

This course is designed to strengthen literacy skills and build confidence in communication across a range of real-world and academic contexts. It supports learners working towards NCEA by focusing on practical reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and presenting. 

 Clear and effective communication is at the heart of this course—skills that are not only essential for success at school, but also highly valued in the workplace. Whether it's writing professional emails, reading for understanding, interpreting everyday texts, engaging with more complex material, or speaking confidently in discussions, ENG202 equips learners with the tools needed for life beyond school. 

 Assessment is entirely internal and includes a combination of Unit Standards and Achievement Standards. 

Waihora taniwha, Waihora moana! Ka tuku te mihi maioha ki a koutou, a warm greeting to you all.

This course gives students an opportunity to experience the different aspects of Kapahaka, Māori Performing Arts. Students will be able to learn the history of the local area, and the origins of Māori Performing Arts through mōteatea, waiata, poi, haka, and waiata ā-ringa.

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, tēnā rawa atu koutou. This course is a continuation from 11MAO, during which students will continue to build on the four language skills.  The primary focus is to develop a practical confidence across - reading, writing, listening and speaking. 

Topics to be covered:

Te Marae - The Marae

Ōku Whāinga – My goals 

Tōku Ao – My world.

This course offers 3 internal assessments and two external assessments.

• Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo o tōna ao torotoro – a portfolio of speaking assessments
• Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo o tōna ao torotoro – a portfolio of listening exercises
• Waihanga tuhinga auaha, i te reo o te ao torotoro - a portfolio of written assessment
• Tuhi i te reo o te ao torotoro – External written assessment
• Pānui i te reo o te ao torotoro – External reading comprehension assessment.

This course provides an introduction to the importance of Tourism and the importance of this industry to New Zealand’s economy. 

This includes looking at the history of tourism in Aotearoa New Zealand and exploring the different work roles that are available within Tourism. 

Do you have strong opinions? Enjoy unpacking big ideas, debating perspectives, and reading literature that challenges the way we see the world? This course is designed for capable Year 12 and Year 13 students who want to extend their thinking and develop the skills needed for success in NCEA English and beyond. 

 While working towards Level 2 or Level 3 NCEA achievement standards, you will also be introduced to the critical thinking, intertextual analysis, and academic writing skills required for English Scholarship. 

 You will explore a wide range of literary texts—from poetry and plays to novels and essays—drawing connections across genres, time periods, and cultures. Through the lens of intertextuality, you will examine what literature reveals about the human experience, and why it still matters today. 

 Your analytical and creative thinking will be extended as you engage in academic discussion, respond to unfamiliar texts, and refine your ability to form original, insightful arguments. A love of literature and the confidence to think independently will help you thrive in this course. 

 This is your opportunity to read widely, write with purpose, and develop the intellectual confidence needed for university study and Scholarship success. 

This is a small multi-year level course.  The content of this course is adapted for the individual cohort to support the development of the individual's literacy, numeracy and life skills.
There may be a limited number of NCEA internal assessments available to those identified as eligible to sit Supported Learning Standards. 

Year 12 Music is a balanced practical and academic course designed to develop students as confident performers, composers, and informed listeners, and to analyse music to gain a deeper understanding.

The course focuses on four key areas:

• Performance – Develop technical and expressive skills as a soloist and group musician
• Composition – Create original music using instruments, notation software, or digital tools
• Music Studies (Aural & Theory) – Build skills in listening, analysis, and understanding musical elements and styles
• Music Technology – Use recording, mixing, and production tools to create and refine music

Accounting is intended for students with an interest in business and finance. Students will learn skills helpful in starting their own business, or assist those running a small business. This course will give students an awareness of business in the real world. · 

• Decision making preparing financial information to assist management in making decisions. · 
• Job costing for production businesses. · 
• Analysis and interpretation of a business and using financial information to decide whether or not it is worthy of investment. · 
• Accounting for partnerships and companies 

Students undertake a mixture of research based internal assessments during the year and external exams at the end of the year.

• A research based internal assessment based on the profitability of chosen Primary Product, 6 credits.
• An investigation into a primary product eg potatoes, 4 credits
• Two compulsory external exams , Analyse a New Zealand Primary Production Environmental issue, 5 credits and
• Demonstrate understanding of how the production process meets market requirements for a New Zealand Primary Product. 4 Credits

Year 13 Biology is an interesting, relevant and up to date course which offers a total of 14 credits. There are two Achievement standards assessed externally:

• Human evolution, 4 credits.
• Speciation, 4 credits

In addition there are two internal research based Achievement standards.

• Homeostasis (how an animal maintains a stable internal environment), 3 credits
• Complete a biological investigation (animal behaviour), 4 credits

Students in this course will explore how businesses anticipate, respond to, and lead change in a fast-moving global landscape. Building on prior knowledge of business operations and innovation, the focus at Year 13 shifts toward strategic thinking, ethical leadership, and the application of foresight tools.

 Learners will investigate how organisations respond to external factors like technological disruption, climate pressure, and shifting consumer values - and how they design marketing, operations, and innovation strategies to remain resilient and relevant. 

Through real-world case studies, students will critically examine how businesses grow responsibly in a changing world. Topics include:

1. Strategic Response to External Change 

2. Global Marketing Strategy & Customer Insights 

3. Future-Proofing and Sustainable Business Models  

4. Innovation in Value Chains 

5. Export Potential and Global/Space Opportunities 

Students will work individually on applying these ideas to New Zealand businesses, using research, foresight tools, and design thinking to produce real-world solutions and enterprise strategies. 

Equations; real, rational and complex numbers; graphs and trigonometry; calculus including the solution of differential equations.

The course extends and develops the calculus work begun in Year 12. The formulation of problems in mathematical terms, use of mathematical reasoning, precision in the use of symbols and the ability to construct and set out methodically a mathematical argument are increasingly important.

Most of the Year 13 courses are developed further from Level 2. This course covers:

3.2 Spectroscopy.

3.4 Thermochemistry.

3.5 Organic substances.

3.7 Oxidation reduction.

There are internal Achievement Standard assessments during the year, with external assessments at the end of the year.

This course builds on and extends the knowledge and skills developed in Year 12. Students will continue to strengthen their independent learning skills while working towards greater proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. They will develop the confidence to communicate more fluently, initiate and sustain conversations, and respond effectively to increasingly complex interactions.

 Through authentic learning experiences, students will have many opportunities to demonstrate and further develop their communication and intercultural competencies. 

Students may also have the opportunity to participate in an educational trip to China, providing valuable firsthand experience of the language and culture. 

A multi-disciplinary subject that covers art, history, literature and philosophy of the Greek and Roman world.

Students study two topics:

• Roman Art and Architecture - covers some of the greatest sculptures and architectural structures of the world, including the Colosseum.
• Alexander the Great - Alexander is on a quest to take over the world. We look at his travels, battles and adventures along the way.

Classical Studies provides the opportunity to gain up to 22 credits. Two internal assessments totalling 12 credits and 2 external assessments totalling 10 credits.

Students will gain practical knowledge of a range of established forms of design, through a variety of work consisting of drawing notes, developed sequences of drawings, small works and design solutions and finished artwork. 

Students will also learn about design ideas and the relationships between such ideas, methods, materials and processes. 

From this they will develop their own independent design practice.

 Note: for those wishing to apply for entry to tertiary schools of Art and Design, candidates are encouraged to enrol in two of the five Visual Arts subjects. 

This course is intended for students who have an interest in the technical aspects of the Visual Arts, Design, Photography and Animation. 

Students engage in projects such as stop motion animation, photography and T-shirt design and printing. 

This is a fully internally assessed course. Each topic offers 4 internal Achievement Standard credits. 

Are you interested in building the technology of tomorrow, or curious about how software engineering shapes our world? Are you ready to shift from writing code scripts to engineering full-scale applications? This course is designed for students looking towards a career in computer science, software development, data science, or tech innovation.

Building directly on your Level 2 foundations, you will dive into professional software design. Using Python, you will construct a software application featuring a fully customized Graphical User Interface (GUI) linked to a back-end data architecture. You will have the freedom to pitch a real-world problem of your choice, develop a proposal, and use an iterative development process to bring a highly complex, robust digital outcome to life.

Scholarship Pathways: This course provides the foundational knowledge and project framework required to attempt the NCEA Technology Scholarship and/or the Digital Technologies Scholarship exam.

What You Will Learn

The course directly aligns with current NCEA Level 3 Achievement Standards, challenging you across several advanced areas:

• Complex Programming & OOP: Move into Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) by learning how to define and instantiate custom classes and objects. You will build flexible, modular code bases that minimize redundancy and handle errors seamlessly.
• GUI & Event Handling: Learn how real software interacts with users. You will design and implement a Graphical User Interface (using frameworks like tkinter in Python) that captures user keyboard entries and handles live button and click events dynamically.
• The Professional Iterative Process: Learn how software teams manage timelines. You will draft a project proposal, map out requirements, and document clear, incremental cycles of development based on ongoing testing and user feedback.
• Computer Science Concepts & Algorithm Cost: Deepen your understanding of core computer science principles. You will explore the theoretical and financial "cost" of an algorithm, checking how code performs and scales under heavy loads—a critical skill for the DT Scholarship exam.

Skills You Will Develop

• Agile Project Management: Use iterative, real-world development methodologies (like Agile sprints and UX testing) to take a project from an initial proposal to a complete, user-ready product.
• Advanced Troubleshooting: Master disciplined debugging routines, mapping out systematic testing procedures to handle unexpected crashes, boundary values, and invalid user inputs.
• Professional Documentation: Learn how to comment, annotate, and structure code using common industry naming conventions so that your software can be easily maintained or scaled by other developers.

Course Expectations

• Independent Drive: Because you are architecting a custom project of your own choice, you are expected to actively drive your project forward and engage with it outside of regular class time.

Disclaimer:

Course Details, Costs cand Equipment, or Credits and versions offered may change without notice.

Create, refine and perform as an independent theatre-maker. 

Year 13 Drama is an advanced course designed for students with a strong interest in performance and theatre-making. Students work with independence, creativity and critical insight to produce work at a high standard. There are opportunities to select extension standards that align with individual strengths and interests. All internally assessed, acting-based standards in Year 13 Drama are Achievement Standards. Scholarship Drama is also available for excellence level students who wish to extend their performance at an advanced level.

You will: 

• Perform significant roles in major productions 
• Devise and create original solo or small-group drama based on clear concepts and intentions 
• Research and apply theatre forms, practitioners and styles 
• Undertake both independent and collaborative creative projects 
• Develop advanced performance, leadership and creative skills 

Students work like emerging theatre professionals, developing a personal creative voice and building a strong foundation for tertiary study and future pathways. 

Some rehearsals and performances will occur outside normal class time. 

Events and Entertainment Technologies (EET) Unit Standards are offered at Year 13 for highly self-directed, technology-minded students with proven experience and strong passion in this field. Entry is by consultation with the HOD. 

This blended course provides an opportunity for Yr 13 students to experience a tertiary course aligned with their vocational pathway while still being enrolled at school. Successful applicants would study part-time at Lincoln High School (LHS) and part-time at a tertiary trade academy, either Ara or the National Trade Academy (NTA). Students would attend LHS Monday - Wednesday and Ara or NTA Thursday – Friday. Applicants must have the tertiary course choice approved by LHS before applying to Ara or NTA. Student results from LHS, Ara or NTA count towards Level 3 NCEA.

Lincoln High School (Monday to Wednesday) course –  Still choose 4 subjects (with DEP303 being the 5th subject)

Possible Ara (Thursday and Friday) courses:

• Introduction to Construction Trades
• Hospitality
• Introduction to Electrical Engineering
• Introduction to Automotive and Engineering

Possible National Trade Academy Level 3 (Thursday and Friday) courses include:

• Animal Care
• Agriculture
• Horticulture and Landscaping
• Equine

This course is intended for students with an interest in Earth and Space Science who wish to be able to study Level 3 Science along with Level 3 Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Students will study the following topics:

• Oceanography.
• Atmospheric Science.
• Geology & Geological dating.
• Astronomy.
• Practical investigation skills.
• Climate Change

This course looks at how the market system operates on a micro and macro level and how the economy works as a whole. Students develop reasoning and analytical skills that allow them to present and interpret economic graphs and information for a variety of scenarios in the economy.

• How economics can solve problems such as improving youth health and education.
• Economic theory about market structure, market failure, market efficiency and the impact on the economy.
• How the government makes choices and can influence markets and society.

ENG301 is an academic English course designed for students who are ready to engage critically with a wide range of literature and film. Through the study of both written and visual texts, you will explore universal themes such as identity, power, justice, love, and the complexities of human nature. You will examine how authors and directors use language and form to reflect society, challenge ideas, and provoke thought.  

 You will develop the ability to write and speak with clarity and purpose, crafting both analytical and creative responses. Close reading and analysis will help you uncover deeper meanings within texts; while writing and discussion will strengthen the ability to form and express original ideas.  

 ENG301 develops strong critical thinking and communication skills through a rich, thought-provoking course of study that fosters curiosity and deepens understanding of the world and its people. 

This course focuses on a wider range of historical and more modern global conflicts, moving beyond the World Wars to explore events such as the Vietnam War, contemporary warfare, terrorism. We will engage with a wide range of text types, including film, short stories, novels, poetry, and nonfiction. 

Through these texts, we will investigate complex and thought-provoking themes such as the duality of human nature, the psychological effects of war, society’s addiction to conflict, and the brutal realities of combat. There will also be opportunities to explore older historic texts that reflect on the enduring nature of conflict, allowing us to compare past and present representations of war. 

This course encourages you to think critically about how war is portrayed in literature and media, and how these portrayals help us understand the ongoing impact of conflict on individuals, communities, and societies. 

This is a combined course for both Year 12 and 13 students. Students have the opportunity to further develop their English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.  

 Students will also study a visual text, short stories, articles, develop research and essay writing skills, and improve their presentation skills. 

 Students will have the opportunity to gain the Literacy Co-Requisite Unit Standards in Reading and Writing, if they haven’t got them yet. 

Year 12 students will also have the opportunity to gain Level 2 or Level 3 English Language credits. 

Year 13 students will also have the opportunity to gain Level 3 English Language credits.  

This course includes three internal level 3 Unit Standards only. Students are not able to gain course endorsement or university entrance through this course. Assessment is through open book assessments.

Students will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of food contamination hazards and control methods used in a food establishment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of nutrition in commercial catering.
• Prepare and present espresso beverages for service.

Practical work is an integral part of this course.

All students must follow Health and Safety regulations as required.

Course Details, Costs and Equipment, or Credits and versions offered may change without notice.

Food and Nutrition (Home Economics) is an approved subject for University Entrance. Students will undertake 3 internal Achievement Standards and one external Achievement standard, (19 credits).

Students will use a comprehensive understanding of appropriate nutrition to investigate:

• ·Nutritional issues affecting the well-being of New Zealand society.
• ·The influence of multinational food corporations on eating patterns in New Zealand.
• ·A food related ethical dilemma for New Zealand society.
• ·Influences of media messages on food choices.

Weekly practical work is an integral part of this course.

All students must follow Health and Safety regulations as required. 

Course Details, Costs and Equipment, or Credits and versions offered may change without notice. 

The following standards will be assessed within a forensics context:

• Application of Physics to a selected context
• Using spectroscopic data in Chemistry
• Carry out a chemical investigation using quantitative analysis
• Biological socio-scientific issues
• Chemical processes in the world around us

Students, some of whom will go on to study at university, take on more responsibility in monitoring their own progress. 

Speaking in French as much as possible will be encouraged. 

Language topics such as the environment, healthy living, cinema and French culture in the workplace are chosen, and the work is based on Level 7 & 8 of the NZ Curriculum. 

Gateway is designed for senior students with a clear vocational pathway they wish to explore while still at school. 

Students undertake structured workplace learning across a range of industries while working towards NZQA Unit Standards, primarily at Level 2 and 3.

Students will spend between 5–10 days on placement during the year and are expected to achieve a minimum of 20 credits. 

Entry would be by application and interview, with criteria including:
• strong attendance;
• ability to work independently;
• commitment to a chosen career pathway;
• parental/caregiver support; and
• attainment of, or progress towards, a learner licence. 

In this course, geographers explore the dynamic world of geography, studying coastal processes within Canterbury, the global snakebite epidemic and other contemporary geographic issues. We gain insights into the environmental challenges and changes shaping our world today. 

This course focuses on societal influences on well-being and the strategies needed within communities to enhance well-being and promote social justice.

 Level 3 NCEA Health Education Achievement Standards are offered, with students able to achieve up to 14 credits from three internal assessments and 5 credits from one external assessment.

 Students taking HED301 need to be self-motivated, critical thinkers with a genuine interest in health pathways.

History will focus on political events, ideas and movements that look at relationships within and between countries. Events that have impacted, how countries interact with one another, disputes, resolutions and how this may influence the current political climate. Topics to be covered: 

Topics to be Covered:

• History skills – Historiography and key concepts like continuity and change, general/specific and intent/motivation.
• The Atomic Bomb and the Cold War – conflict that encompassed the world for almost half a century. The fight for superpower supremacy between the US and USSR and this affected political relations today. 
• Evolution of Nazi Antisemitism – Looking at the history and evolution of historic antisemitism, Hitler’s rise to power, and the historical debate around whether the gas chambers were inevitable. 

 This course is designed for students who:

• Have enrolled in another programme of study with an external provider (e.g. University STAR course). The programme must offer either NCEA credits or other relevant credits towards a qualification. 
• Due to timetable constraints, require a space to complete an NCEA subject in another line, or specific credits needed for a qualification (e.g. University entrance literacy credits). 
• Are enrolled in two or more portfolio subjects with a future pathway plan in one or more of these areas. 
• Are studying two or more scholarship level subjects (Year 13 only). 

Students will build on their vocabulary knowledge from Level 2. In addition to revising and consolidating Year 12 work, Level 7 and 8 of the National Japanese Curriculum will be covered through the study of the following topics;

 · Traditions and Customs · Travelling in Japan · Future plans and Work, · Technology and our Environment. 

Skills: Students will be able to use a wide range of language to express and justify their own opinions, support or challenge those of others and respond critically to texts. They will continue to develop their intercultural competence. 

This course offers three internal assessments and two external assessments.

This course is designed to support students who need to build their reading literacy or have not yet obtained the NCEA Literacy Co-Requisite Unit Standards in Year 10 and Year 11. Students will build their literacy skills through a classroom programme focused on reading and writing. They will work at their own pace, with support tailored to their individual learning needs.  Students need to pass both the Reading and Writing unit standards to gain literacy. 

Skills:
• Reading for understanding
• Write to communicate
• Speaking and listening

This full-year course provides students with comprehensive training in machining, measuring, marking out, welding, and grinding techniques, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and precision. Students develop their skills through the practical application of these techniques while completing a major project and producing supporting written evidence. 

The written component of the course requires students to document their learning through research, testing, and evaluation reports. These reports are supported by photographs that illustrate key stages of project development and construction. 

Students may undertake either an Electric Go-Kart or a Wood Cooker project. These projects involve the use of a range of engineering processes, including machining on both the lathe and milling machine. In addition, students gain extensive experience in hand fabrication techniques and welding processes, which  form a significant part of the construction work required to successfully complete the project. 

• Health and safety (demonstrating safe practices in the workshop)
• Accuracy, precision, marking out (basic measurements) and literacy
• Planning, research, evaluating product, quality finishing
• Evaluating individual performance
• using hand tools, equipment and machinery
• preparing cutting lists and orthographic drawings

This course is assessed through Wood Trades WDC Unit Standards.  The projects in the course are around building on skills from Level 2, with a focus on fine art and producing a well-designed piece of furniture that incorporates several different techniques, and materials.  A variety of skills that include curving and shaping timber through lamination and jig making with the option of students being able to design parts of the furniture themselves. 

The fashion and textiles industry are a growing industry that employs close to 60 million people. It offers a wide range of opportunities for people with passion, talent and skill. Fashion is a career choice that could see you working as a designer for an established brand or being a self-employed designer with your own label. It could lead you to being a buyer or a wardrobe assistant, a garment technician or retails assistant.

This course will give you the opportunity to:

• Research and develop knowledge from a chosen context, to discover market trends, industry requirements, and innovative ideas.
• Develop confidence, skills and creativity using textiles and/or a variety of other materials.
• Project manage an outcome from start to finish, for a chosen client
• Research, design and test different ideas and materials to meet a brief and complete a successful outcome.
• Learn how to communicate, be inspired and learn from people that have been involved in the textiles/event industry.
• Gain an in-depth understanding of the links between their work and global issues such as sustainability, environmental concerns,health and safety.

• Health and safety (demonstrating safe practices in the workshop)
• Accuracy, precision, marking out (basic measurements) and literacy
• Planning, research, evaluating product, quality finishing
• Evaluating individual performance
• using hand tools, equipment and machinery
• preparing cutting lists and orthographic drawings
• This course is assessed through Wood Trades WDC Unit Standards.  The projects in the course are around building on skills from Level 2, with a focus on fine art and producing a well-designed piece of furniture that incorporates several different techniques, and materials.  A variety of skills that include curving and shaping timber through lamination and jig making with the option of students being able to design parts of the furniture themselves. 

Do you like producing content for an audience? Want a career in the media industry?

Level 3 Media Production students choose one of three streams of media production: film-making, radio broadcasting, or magazine writing & design. Depending on their passions, students are encouraged to watch films, engage with broadcasting (radio/podcasts), or read magazines of interest to them with a specific eye on the journalists writing the articles. They should be identifying the decisions made by professionals, so that they can then apply this knowledge to their own products.

In general, this course gives practical and theoretical understanding of film-making, podcast/radio broadcast production, or print magazine writing & design.

Media Studies Achievement Standards are offered, with students able to achieve a maximum of 15 credits from this course in four internal assessments. There is an optional external standard worth 4 credits. Some assessments will be generic to the class, while others will be specific to film-making, radio broadcasting, or magazine article writing.

Students who choose filmmaking will typically work with others to make their film.

Students who choose radio broadcasting will be responsible for running the school radio station by producing regular content.

Students who choose magazine design will be responsible for creating an original magazine through to the publishing stage.

The course will require students to:

- Plan and produce a short film, radio programme, or magazine article

- Demonstrate their competency in the use of the media equipment (camera, lighting, broadcast console) & software from the Adobe suite

- Carefully study a range of media and be able to explain/analyse their meaning.

- Carefully study a development in the media industry

- Be able to work as part of a team and independently.

- Be able to demonstrate good time-management skills.

This course is intended for students who have a genuine interest in studying and producing media. Other courses that provide learning that can support Media Production are: Art, Drama, English, Design, and Social Sciences.

This adventure-based course offers students the opportunity to challenge themselves in real outdoor environments while gaining nationally recognised Unit Standards. 

Learning takes place beyond the classroom and may include sea kayaking, tramping and survival skills, and alpine mountain experiences. 

Students will develop practical outdoor skills, resilience, teamwork, and leadership through a range of exciting trips and overnight camps. These experiences are essential for assessment, and full participation is required to gain credits. 

Students will also learn how to manage risk, care for the environment, and work effectively with others in dynamic outdoor settings. 

Please note that course trips may require absences from other subjects, and students are expected to take responsibility for catching up on missed work.

Students gain practical knowledge of a range of established forms of painting, through a variety of work consisting of drawing notes, developed sequences of drawings, small works and finished paintings.

Students research established Painting practice that is then used to inform their own Painting practice. From this initial proposition they investigate a range of picture making ideas and paint techniques that allow them to present an independent body of artwork.

Note: for those wishing to apply for entry to tertiary schools of Art and Design, candidates are encouraged to enrol in two of the five Visual Arts subjects. 

Students will gain knowledge of photographic conventions, procedures and methods. 

Students research established Photographic practice that is then used to inform their own photography practice. From this initial proposition they investigate a range of photographic ideas that allow them to present a photographic study as an edited sequence of work. 

From these project-based learning episodes students develop their own independent photography practice. 

Note: for those wishing to apply for entry to tertiary schools of Art and Design, candidates are encouraged to enrol in two of the five Visual Arts subjects.

This course is designed to prepare students for tertiary study by developing critical thinking and advanced analytical skills through physical education. Students will explore key areas such as sports science, performance improvement, and the socio-cultural influences of physical activity on individuals and communities. 

Through a mix of practical and theory-based learning, students will apply real-world knowledge to enhance performance, evaluate training programmes, and examine current issues and trends in sport and physical activity in Aotearoa New Zealand. 

This course is ideal for students who are motivated, enjoy both physical and academic challenges, and are considering further study or careers in sport, health, or education. 

Are you passionate about being active and keen to explore the world of sport and recreation? 

Physical Education and Recreation (PER302) is an engaging, hands-on course designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of physical activity while experiencing a wide range of recreational opportunities. 

Throughout the year, you will take part in exciting practical experiences while also developing the knowledge and skills to plan, lead, and evaluate recreational activities.

You will explore what recreation means in different contexts, identify and meet the needs of specific groups, and improve your own performance through skill development. 

A highlight of the course is the opportunity to design and run your own recreational activity, building your leadership and organisational skills. 

With a balance of practical sessions and classroom learning, this course is perfect for students who enjoy being active, working with others, and learning through real-world experiences. 

By the end of the Level 3 course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of wave systems, Physics 3.3.
• Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems, Physics 3.4.
• Demonstrate understanding of electrical system, Physics 3.6.

Students will undertake a mixture of research and investigation-based internal assessments during the year. They will also sit external exams at the end of the year.

Students gain practical knowledge of a range of established forms of printmaking, through experimenting with a range of printmaking techniques in the creation of prints. 

Drawing drives the conceptual and formal approaches to printmaking via a variety of work consisting of drawing notes, developed sequences of drawings, small works and finished prints. 

Students research established Printmaking practice that is then used to inform their own printmaking practice. From this initial proposition they investigate a range of picture making ideas and techniques that allow them to present an independent body of artwork. 

Note: for those wishing to apply for entry to tertiary schools of Art and Design, candidates are encouraged to enrol in two of the five Visual Arts subjects. 

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour. This course explores crime, mental health, memory, and the brain through real-world case studies, experiments, and investigations. 

In this course, we will look at:

 Criminology – Why do youths commit crime? We will explore how the teenage brain, family, peers, and environment influence behaviour and offending. 

Clinical Psychology – Anxiety and other mental health disorders aren’t just ‘in our heads’. We will explore anxiety, depression, and other disorders, and how psychologists understand and treat them.

Neuroplasticity and Memory – The notion that upon reaching adulthood our brains stop changing has long since been discarded. We will discover how the brain adapts throughout life, how memories are formed, and why we sometimes forget or remember incorrectly.

This course is based around texts which draw their inspiration from science fiction. We will explore the way in which fantastical settings can teach us more about ourselves and human nature, than settings which are more mundane. If you want to study films, books and plays which take your imagination to the limit, this course could be for you.  

Students gain practical knowledge of a range of established forms of Sculpture, through experimenting with a range of sculptural methods and processes in the creation of work. 

Drawing drives the conceptual and formal approaches to sculpture via a variety of work consisting of drawing notes, developed sequences of drawings, small works, maquettes and sculptural work

. Students research established Sculpture practice that is then used to inform their own Sculpture practice. From this initial proposition they investigate a range of sculptural ideas and techniques that allow them to present an independent body of artwork.

 Note: for those wishing to apply for entry to tertiary schools of Art and Design, candidates are encouraged to enrol in two of the five Visual Arts subjects. 

This course is designed as a supported learning course to help students gain the NCEA Corequisite Digital Numeracy Assessment which will occur sometime around May/June in semester 1 and October in semester 2. 

This full-year course explores complex social issues and examines how beliefs, values, ideologies, and power shape societies and influence decision-making. Ākonga investigate contemporary local and global issues, developing their ability to analyse evidence, evaluate perspectives, and draw reasoned conclusions. 

Through topics such as gun and drug policy, extremism and terrorism, and the influence of religious and political movements, ākonga explore how societies respond to challenging issues and compare approaches in different countries and contexts. Students also examine how ideologies shape responses to significant global issues. 

This course develops advanced research, critical thinking, and communication skills while preparing students to engage thoughtfully with an increasingly interconnected world. 

“Every word a woman writes changes the story of the world, revises the official version.”  Carolyn See 

 Tired of history? Time for some her-story? This multi-level Level 2 / Level 3 course aims to introduce you to the central concepts in feminist theory and to apply these to the analyses of literary texts.  We will study a selection of novels, film, short stories, song lyrics and poetry that focus on women’s lives and reflect on the presentation and positioning of females from various gendered, racial, socio-economic, and national perspectives.

Year 13 Spatial & Product Design is an opportunity for students to take ownership of their learning and pursue a design project that reflects their own interests, strengths, and future aspirations.

Students can choose to explore a wide range of design contexts, including architecture, interiors, public spaces, hospitality, product design, community projects, or other areas of personal interest. The course encourages creativity, independence, and innovation, allowing students to develop a project that is meaningful and engaging to them. 

Throughout the year, students bring together the skills they have developed in previous courses, including freehand sketching, design development, model making, CAD, Photoshop, digital modelling, and presentation techniques. Students will have access to laser cutters, 3D printers, and other digital fabrication tools to prototype, test, and communicate their ideas. 

The focus is on exploring possibilities, refining ideas, and creating thoughtful design outcomes through an iterative design process. Students are encouraged to experiment, take creative risks, and develop their own design identity while responding to users, context, culture, and the environment.

 It is an excellent opportunity to build a portfolio and develop the skills needed for tertiary study and future careers in the design industries.

 There is scholarship program for those students that are keen to extend themselves, in which we as a school have success year after year.

This course is designed to help students develop a strong understanding of leadership principles and their application within coaching environments. 

Students will explore a range of leadership styles and approaches through research, practical coaching experiences, observation, and reflection. 

Throughout the course, students will apply leadership principles across a variety of coaching situations, evaluating their effectiveness and adapting their approaches to meet the needs of different individuals and groups. 

Learning will occur through a combination of practical coaching sessions, teacher led workshops, peer collaboration, and engagement with experienced coaches. Students will be required to conduct research using a variety of sources, including online resources, articles, and real world coaching experiences, to deepen their understanding of effective leadership. 

By the end of the course, students will be able to demonstrate, analyse, and reflect on leadership practices that contribute to successful coaching and positive outcomes for participants. 

The course involves use and interpretation of data using modelling and statistical processes, to make sense of the world around us. 

This course is designed to strengthen literacy skills and build confidence in communication across a range of real-world and academic contexts. It supports learners working towards NCEA by focusing on practical reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and presenting. 

 Clear and effective communication is at the heart of this course—skills that are not only essential for success at school, but also highly valued in the workplace. Whether it's writing professional emails, reading for understanding, interpreting everyday texts, engaging with more complex material, or speaking confidently in discussions, ENG302 equips learners with the tools needed for life beyond school. 

Waihora taniwha, Waihora moana! Ka tuku te mihi maioha ki a koutou, a warm greeting to you all.

This course gives students an opportunity to experience the different aspects of Kapahaka, Māori Performing Arts. Students will be able to learn the history of the local area, and the origins of Māori Performing Arts through mōteatea, waiata, poi, haka, and waiata ā-ringa.

E ngā korokoro tūī o te reo Māori, e mihi ana au ki a koutou e whai tonu ana i tēnei taonga o ō tātou tīpuna.This course is a continuation from MAO201, during which students will continue to build on the fourlanguage skills. The primary focus is to develop a practical confidence across reading, writing, listening andspeaking.
Topics:

• 
  Whakaora i te reo - Language revitalization.
• 
  Tangata Rongonui - Famous people.
• 
  Te Ao Whānui - The wider world.

This course offers 3 internal assessments and 2 external assessments.

• 
  Kōrero kia whakamahi i te reo Māori o te ao whānui – a portfolio of speaking assessments.
• 
  Waihanga tuhinga whai take i te reo Māori o te ao whānui - a portfolio of writing assessments
• 
  Whakarongo kia mōhio ki te reo Māori o te ao whānui – a portfolio of listening assessments.
• 
  Tuhi i te reo Māori te ao whānui – External written assessment.
• 
  Pānui i te reo Māori o te ao whānui– External reading comprehension assessment.

Throughout the year we explore Australia, the Pacific Islands and regions of Aotearoa New Zealand as tourist destinations. 

We learn about travel information such as time zones, history, culture, tipping and taxes, currency, health and safety, entry requirements, flights accommodation and activities to do while visiting these 

Do you have strong opinions? Enjoy unpacking big ideas, debating perspectives, and reading literature that challenges the way we see the world? This course is designed for capable Year 12 and Year 13 students who want to extend their thinking and develop the skills needed for success in NCEA English and beyond. 

 While working towards Level 2 or Level 3 NCEA achievement standards, you will also be introduced to the critical thinking, intertextual analysis, and academic writing skills required for English Scholarship. 

 You will explore a wide range of literary texts—from poetry and plays to novels and essays—drawing connections across genres, time periods, and cultures. Through the lens of intertextuality, you will examine what literature reveals about the human experience, and why it still matters today. 

 Your analytical and creative thinking will be extended as you engage in academic discussion, respond to unfamiliar texts, and refine your ability to form original, insightful arguments. A love of literature and the confidence to think independently will help you thrive in this course. 

 This is your opportunity to read widely, write with purpose, and develop the intellectual confidence needed for university study and Scholarship success. 

This is a small multi-year level course.  The content of this course is adapted for the individual cohort to support the development of the individual's literacy, numeracy and life skills.
There may be a limited number of NCEA internal assessments available to those identified as eligible to sit Supported Learning Standards. 

This course is for students who are ready to take their reading and writing to the next level. You’ll develop a polished writing portfolio that reflects a sophisticated command of both creative and formal styles, with a focus on crafting writing that is purposeful, original, and engaging. 

 Alongside your own writing, you’ll engage with complex and diverse literary texts, exploring ideas that challenge you to think critically and communicate with insight. Reading will continue to inspire your voice as a writer, while close analysis of literary and non-fiction texts will sharpen your ability to interpret and evaluate. 

 This course will suit independent learners who enjoy deep thinking, value creative expression, and want to grow their confidence in tackling challenging material. You’ll build the advanced reading, writing, and analytical skills essential for university study and a wide range of future pathways. 

Year 13 (NCEA Level 3) Music is a personalised course that develops advanced performance, composition, and analytical skills. Students tailor their learning to match their strengths and future goals, often preparing for tertiary study. 

The course focuses on four key areas: 

•  Performance: Presenting advanced solo or group pieces
•  Composition: Creating original music using instruments or digital technology 
•  Aural & Analysis: Identifying and analysing musical features
•  Musicology & Context: Exploring how music is shaped by cultural and historical influences