NECA Level 3 Science
13SCI Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge:
This course will involve research on the impact of each science strand in today’s world. Students will also get the opportunity to undertake a science investigation in the field.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Field trip approximately $30 - $50
Recommended Prior Learning
14 credits or better in a Level 2 Science subject (Level 2 Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Beyond or Level 2 Science), or at the discretion of HOD Science.
Credit Information
This course is approved for University Entrance.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91410 v2 Earth and Space Science 3.1 - Carry out an independent practical Earth and Space Science investigation | 3 |
I |
4 |
Y |
4r,4w * |
Y |
| A.S. 91412 v2 Earth and Space Science 3.3 - Investigate the evidence related to dating geological event(s) | 3 |
I |
4 |
Y |
* |
|
| A.S. 91415 v2 Earth and Space Science 3.6 - Investigate an aspect of astronomy | 3 |
I |
4 |
Y |
4r * |
|
| A.S. 91602 v2 Biology 3.2 - Integrate biological knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue | 3 |
I |
3 |
Y |
3r,3w * |
|
| A.S. 91604 v2 Biology 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of how an animal maintains a stable internal environment | 3 |
I |
3 |
Y |
3r * |
|
| A.S. 91607 v2 Biology 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of human manipulations of genetic transfer and its biological implications | 3 |
I |
3 |
Y |
3r * |
|
Total Credits |
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Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 21
* 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.
Total Credits Available: 21 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 21 credits.
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