Level 1 Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr K. Blue.
This course offers a broad range of subjects designed to give a taste of all aspects of Science. Students will build on their understanding of fundamental ideas of Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Space Science, and Physics. Key experimental and research skills associated with scientific endeavour are developed in the practical components of this course.
This course is suitable for all students in Year 11.
The 11SCIE course provides a foundation for further Science study in the senior school. Students in this course are able to continue with all the individual Sciences in Year 12.
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
New NCEA Level 1 Standards may not yet be loaded. it is expected you will do one internal and one external per course with a total of 10 Credits
Recommended Prior Learning
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the use of a range of scientific investigative approaches in a context
NZQA Info
Science 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of science-related claims in communicated information
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths