NCEA Level 2 Earth and Space Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr J. Smith.
The programme consists of three internal assessments and two external assessments. There is at least one field trip and practical activity. The Earth and Space Science subject continues into Year 13 at Level 3. The subject also can be pursued as a Universities Scholarship examination level.
Course Overview
Term 1
Introduction
Earth Hazards External
Local Geology internal
Introduction to Earth Systems External
Term 2
Earth Systems External. (continued)
Practical assessment, Internal.
Extremophiles, Internal
Term 3
Extremophiles, Internal.
Astronomy Not assessed
Exam Revision
Term 4
Exam Revision.
Recommended Prior Learning
It is helpful that students have studied Science at Year 11 or Level 1 level but not essential.
Pathway
This programme is designed to facilitate students intending to pursue qualifications in construction, engineering, atmospheric, marine and astronomy based careers.
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.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
External
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Disclaimer
Rosmini College's timetable is student-driven and a new timetable is generated each year based on student subject selection. Unfortunately, while we do our best to avoid them, timetabling clashes may still occur and a few students may be required to choose an alternative subject option.
The 2024 timetable, including the number of classes in each subject and staffing allocations, is created based on student selections made in 2023. Because of this, changing subjects at the beginning of 2024 may not be possible. Please, make your subject choices carefully.