Level 3 Earth and Space Science
Course Description
This course is aimed at those students who wish to continue in Science at Level Three within an Earth and Space Science field. These students would want a general Science background and Science knowledge without needing the in-depth knowledge of Chemistry, Physics and Biology.
The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Recommended Prior Learning
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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Earth and Space Science 3.2 - Investigate a socio-scientific issue in an Earth and Space Science context
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Earth and Space Science 3.3 - Investigate the evidence related to dating geological event(s)
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Earth and Space Science 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of processes in the ocean system
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Earth and Space Science 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of processes in the atmosphere system
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Earth and Space Science 3.6 - Investigate an aspect of astronomy
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
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