Westlake Girls’ High School

Year 9 Science

Course Description

Teacher in Charge:

Recommended Prior Learning

Subject	Level	Recommendations
9 Science	9	Open entry.
10 Science	10	Open entry.
Level 1 Science Applied	1	Entry at the discretion of the HoD. This course is for students who found Year 10 Science challenging. This course does not provide entry into a Level 2 Science pathway.
Level 1 Science	1	At least an Achieved grade in Year 10 Science. In some circumstances entry may be granted at the discretion of the HOD. An alternative course may be recommended for enrichment or extra support.
Level 1 Science Extension		A Merit or Excellence grade in Year 10 Science; or high Achieved grade at the discretion of the HOD.
Level 2 Biology	2	4 credits from AS90948 or from Biology-based internal assessments.
Level 2 Chemistry	2	4 credits from AS90947 or AS90930. If new to the school AS90944 will be considered for entry.
Level 2 Earth and Space Science	2	8 credits from Level 1 Science (excluding 11SCAP).
Level 2 Physics	2	12 credits in Level 1 Science. It is also highly recommended that students have achieved Maths AS91027 (Algebra) based on the NCEA examinations.
Level 3 Biology	3	Achievement of at least one Level 2 Biology External Achievement Standards.
Level 3 Chemistry	3	Achievement of at least two Level 2 Chemistry External Achievement Standards.
Level 3 Earth and Space Science	3	8 credits from Level 2 Earth and Space Science or Geography, including at least 4 credits from an External Achievement Standard (based on NCEA Examinations and Internal Assessment results).
Level 3 Physics	3	12 credits in Level 2 Physics Achievement Standards as well as Maths 2.6 Algebra AS91261.

Year 9 Science enables students to develop knowledge and a coherent understanding of the living, material, physical and technological components of their world. It supports students to develop investigation, collaboration, communication and research skills. The course also helps to grow students’ interest in and understanding of the knowledge and processes of science which form the basis of many of their future careers.

Topic areas covered include aspects of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science.

Departments:

Science, Year 9

Pathway

Year 10 Science

Career Pathways

Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Anaesthetic Technician, Animal Care Attendant, Veterinary Nurse, Zoologist, Chemist, Statistician, Aquaculture Farmer, Marine Biologist, Author, Glazier, Microbiologist, Baker, Farmer/Farm Manager, Biotechnologist, Metal Worker, Phlebotomist, Brewer, Mechanical Engineer, Carpenter, Farm Assistant, Science Technician, Meteorologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Psychologist, Watchmaker and Repairer, Jeweller, Technical Writer, Dairy Farmer, Crop Farmer/Manager, Curator, Medical Imaging Technologist, Forensic Scientist, Electronics Trades Worker, Geologist, Environmental Scientist, Economist, Electrician, Energy and Chemical Plant Operator, Environmental Engineer, Ranger, Food Technologist, Professional Sportsperson, Forestry Scientist, Funeral Director/Embalmer, Gardener, Groundsperson, Hairdresser/Barber, Industrial Spray Painter, Insurance Adviser, Medical Laboratory Technician, Optometrist, Roading Construction Worker, Saw Doctor, Secondary School Teacher, Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator, Intelligence Officer, Data Analyst

Year 9 Science

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