This course requires 2 options.
13 Earth and Space Science (13ESS)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Adam Pamplin.
13 Earth and Space Science
This course can lead to tertiary study in some Science research areas.
Course Components
- Adaptations of organisms in extreme environments
- Geological evidence and dating geological events
- Systems affecting oceans and atmosphere
- Astronomical research
- Explore an Earth and Space scientific issue
Course Overview
Term 1
Investigate the evidence related to dating geological event(s) [internal 4 credits]
Term 2
Demonstrate understanding of processes in the atmosphere system [learning for external] and Investigate an Aspect of Astronomy [internal 4 credits]
Term 3
Assessment for Investigate an Aspect of Astronomy [internal 4 credits] and 91412 Demonstrate understanding of processes in the ocean system [learning for external].
Term 4
Revision and external exams.
Recommended Prior Learning
Entry Requirements
There is a substantial writing component to this course
Successfully completed a level 2 Science course
Assessment Information
Possible CreditsExternal - 8 credits
Internal - 8 credits
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 16 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
External
NZQA Info
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Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 16
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.