Senior Languges

MAO100 - Te Reo Māori 

Full year course

This is a study of Te Reo Māori language, tikanga and kawa of the Māori world in many different contexts. This course develops skills of making inquiries about yourself and developing communication, written, aural, oral, and comprehension of various familiar Māori texts. You develop basic conversations in Te Reo Māori and be able to write and talk about what has happened in the past, present and future. The topics include Mihi Atu Mihi Mai, Te kōrero mō te ora o te reo i mua i te tau 1970 and  Te whakapuaki whakaaro i runga i te āta rere o te reo

Recommended Prior Learning: 10 Māori or equivalent

Contact Teacher: Stacey Morgan

Outcomes

• Endorsement available:  Yes

• Internal credits:  12

• External credits:  12

• Total credits:  24

• L 1 Literacy credits:  4

• Numeracy credits:  0

Possible next steps: Te Reo Māori 200 (MĀO200) 

Course Overview: Bring French to life and build the confidence to communicate in everyday situations. In this NCEA Level 1 course, you will develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through practical and engaging activities. You will learn to express yourself in French and communicate about topics that are relevant to you, including your identity, family, interests, experiences and the place where you live. As your skills grow, you will become more confident holding conversations and sharing ideas in French. You will also learn to talk and write about past experiences and future plans, helping you communicate with greater detail and independence. While developing your French language skills, you will also strengthen transferable skills such as memory, problem-solving, critical thinking and effective communication, which support learning across other subjects. You may also have the exciting opportunity to travel to a French-speaking country, where you can put your language skills into practice and experience French language and culture first-hand.

Equipment/Stationery: 1B5 Book

Recommended Prior Learning: Year 10 French program or equivalent.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits: 10

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 20

• L1 Literacy credits: 0

• Numeracy credits: 0

Next Steps: The French language and communication skills developed in this course prepare students for NCEA Level 2 French, further language learning, international travel, and future study and employment in a global and multicultural society.

Course Overview: This course extends your ability to communicate in Japanese and builds on your understanding of one of the world’s most unique cultures. You will develop the confidence to communicate in everyday Japanese situations. NCEA Level 1 requires you to interact and communicate in Japanese on a range of topics that are centred around you - for example, family, identity, leisure activities, and travel. You will learn to write and talk about what has happened using the past tense and what future plans may be. You will also have the opportunity to choose to participate in an overseas trip to Japan in the future. This is a full year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1J5 exercise book, HB pencils

Recommended Prior Learning: Year 10 Japanese or equivalent, after negotiation with the Head of Faculty.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits: 10

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 20

• L1 Literacy credits: 0

• Numeracy credits: 0

Next Steps: Students can progress to Japanese 200 (JPN200), a curriculum designed to transition communication parameters out of personal descriptive frameworks.

Course Overview: Take your Mandarin further and build the confidence to communicate in real-life situations. Through engaging topics, you will develop your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while discovering more about the Chinese language and culture. Learn to have meaningful conversations, share your experiences, express your ideas and opinions, and communicate about past, present, and future events. You will use Mandarin for practical and creative tasks, including conversations, presentations, videos, and written work, while working towards NCEA Level 1 Mandarin. Studying Mandarin gives you the opportunity to develop a valuable global language, connect with different people and cultures, and build skills that can support future study, travel, and career opportunities.

This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1H5 exercise book, 40-page display book, pens, pencils, eraser and highlighters. Headphones or earbuds for listening, speaking, and online learning activities.

Recommended Prior Learning: Completion of the Year 10 Mandarin course or equivalent language proficiency. Heritage or native Chinese speakers with a strong foundation in spoken Mandarin are also welcome to enrol to further develop their reading and writing skills. Students with no prior experience may also apply, with entry by negotiation with the HOD of Languages.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits: 10

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 20

• L1 Literacy credits: 0

• Numeracy credits: 0

Next Steps: Students can progress to Mandarin 200 (MDR200), where they will further develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while communicating with greater confidence in a wider range of real-life situations. 

Course Overview: This is a full-year, self-directed online course delivered through Te Kura (The Correspondence School). It is ideal for students who are motivated, organised, and able to manage their own learning independently. Students are expected to keep up with coursework, meet deadlines, and communicate regularly with their Te Kura teacher. The course develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Gagana Samoa through authentic, real-life contexts. Students will explore Samoan language, culture, and contemporary issues while building confidence in communicating on a range of topics, including family, community, society, education, and the environment. Course content and assessment are provided by Te Kura.

Equipment/Stationery: Regular access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection is essential. Students are also encouraged to use headphones or earbuds for listening and speaking activities. 

Recommended Prior Learning: Students should have a basic foundation in Gagana Samoa, including the ability to understand and communicate in familiar everyday situations. 

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• UE Approved: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: No

• UE Writing credits: No.

Next Steps: Students can continue their language learning in Samoan 200 (TKSAM200), further developing their communication skills and cultural understanding. 

Course Overview: Build your confidence in English while connecting, communicating, and learning alongside students from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds. Designed for students whose first language is not English, this course provides a welcoming and engaging environment to strengthen the English skills you need for NCEA, everyday life, and your future. Develop your reading, writing, listening, and speaking through a wide range of interactive activities, real-world topics, discussions, group challenges, presentations, projects, and practical communication tasks. Along the way, you will expand your vocabulary, express your ideas with greater confidence, and learn more about different cultures, perspectives, and experiences from around the world. Whether you are preparing for further study, training, employment, or simply want to become a more confident English communicator, EPS will help you develop practical language, academic skills, and intercultural connections that extend well beyond the classroom. This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1B5 exercise book, pens, pencils, eraser and highlighters. Headphones or earbuds for listening, speaking, and online learning activities.

Recommended Prior Learning: No prerequisite. This course is suitable for students whose first language is not English and who want to strengthen their English skills. 

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: No

• Internal credits: 20

• External credits: 0

• Total credits: 20

• UE Reading credits: 0

• UE Writing credits: 0

• Your progress will be assessed using NCEA Level 2 Unit Standards.

Next Steps: Students can progress to English Proficiency Studies Level 2 (EPS200) or continue developing the English skills needed for success in NCEA, tertiary study, vocational training, and future employment. 

MAO200 - Te Reo Māori   

Full year course

This is the study of the Te Reo Māori language, Tikanga, and kawa of the Māori world in many different contexts. This course develops inquiry skills, aiming at informative communication, written, aural, oral, and comprehension of Māori texts. You write and converse with others on a broader range of topics, including Hui Marae, Oku Whainga, Māori History, and Māori language in society.

Recommended Prior Learning: Māori 100 or equivalent

Contact Teacher: Anthony Urwin

Outcomes

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits: 16

• External credits: 12

• Total credits:  28

• UE Reading credits:  0

• UE Writing credits:  0

Possible next steps: Te Reo Māori 300 (MĀO300)

Course Overview: Take your French beyond the classroom and develop the confidence to communicate in real-life situations.
In this full-year NCEA Level 2 course, you will strengthen your speaking, writing, reading and comprehension skills while learning to share information, ideas and opinions with others. You will move beyond talking about yourself and begin using French more independently in a range of authentic contexts.
Explore engaging topics such as films, culture, community, travel and life in Aotearoa New Zealand, while developing the language skills to connect with French-speaking people and communities around the world.
While developing your French language skills, you will also strengthen transferable skills such as memory, problem-solving, critical thinking and effective communication, which support learning across other subjects.
You may also have the exciting opportunity to travel to a French-speaking country, where you can put your language skills into practice and experience French language and culture first-hand.

Equipment/Stationery: 1B5 Book

Recommended Prior Learning: French 100 or equivalent experience.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: 0

• UE Writing credits: 0

Next Steps: The French language and communication skills developed in this course prepare students for NCEA Level 3 French, tertiary study, international travel, and future employment in a global and multicultural society. 

Course Overview: This course aims to develop students' ability to provide and understand information about relevant topics in genuine situations. NCEA Level Two requires you to progress from conversing about yourself to communicating information to others in real-life situations. You can write and converse with others on a broader range of topics, such as film reviews, your country, culture, and community. The course motivates long-term language learning pathways. You will also have the opportunity to choose to participate in an overseas trip to Japan in the future. This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1J5 exercise book, HB pencils

Recommended Prior Learning: The course is offered to students who have completed the level 1 Japanese program or equivalent.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: No

• UE Writing credits: No

Next Steps: Students can progress to Level 3 Japanese (JPN300), which advances linguistic proficiency and critical cultural text interaction.

Course Overview: Take your Mandarin to the next level and become a more confident, independent communicator. Explore Chinese language, culture, and contemporary life while developing the skills to communicate naturally and effectively in a range of real-world situations. Share experiences, express and justify your ideas and opinions, take part in meaningful conversations, and explore topics that connect to your life and the wider world. Through engaging speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities, you will expand your language skills and discover new ways to connect with Chinese-speaking people and communities. Mandarin can open doors to future study, travel, international connections, and career opportunities. Along the way, you will develop valuable communication and intercultural skills that can take you well beyond the classroom. This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1H5 exercise book, 40-page display book, pens, pencils, eraser and highlighters. Headphones or earbuds for listening, speaking, and online learning activities.

Recommended Prior Learning: Students should have completed the Level 1 Mandarin programme or have equivalent language proficiency. This course is also suitable for heritage or native Chinese speakers who wish to strengthen their Chinese literacy by developing their reading and writing skills.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: No

• UE Writing credits: No

Next Steps: Students can progress to Level 3 Mandarin (MDR300), where they will further develop their language proficiency, intercultural understanding, and communication skills in preparation for tertiary study, travel, and future careers. 

Course Overview: This is a full-year, self-directed online course delivered through Te Kura (The Correspondence School). It is ideal for students who are motivated, organised, and able to manage their own learning independently. Students are expected to keep up with coursework, meet deadlines, and communicate regularly with their Te Kura teacher. 

The course develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Gagana Samoa through authentic, real-life contexts. Students will explore Samoan language, culture, and contemporary issues while building confidence in communicating on a range of topics, including family, community, society, education, and the environment. Course content and assessment are provided by Te Kura.

Equipment/Stationery: Regular access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection is essential. Students are also encouraged to use headphones or earbuds for listening and speaking activities. 

Recommended Prior Learning: Samoan 100 or equivalent.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• UE Approved: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: No

• UE Writing credits: No

Next Steps: Students can continue their language learning in Samoan 300 (TKSAM300), further developing their communication skills, cultural understanding, and preparation for tertiary study and future opportunities. 

Course Overview: Build your confidence in English while connecting, communicating, and learning alongside students from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds. Designed for students whose first language is not English, this course provides a welcoming and engaging environment to strengthen the English skills you need for NCEA, everyday life, and your future. Develop your reading, writing, listening, and speaking through a wide range of interactive activities, real-world topics, discussions, group challenges, presentations, projects, and practical communication tasks. Along the way, you will expand your vocabulary, express your ideas with greater confidence, and learn more about different cultures, perspectives, and experiences from around the world. Whether you are preparing for further study, training, employment, or simply want to become a more confident English communicator, EPS will help you develop practical language, academic skills, and intercultural connections that extend well beyond the classroom. This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1B5 exercise book, pens, pencils, eraser and highlighters. Headphones or earbuds for listening, speaking, and online learning activities

Recommended Prior Learning: No prerequisite. This course is suitable for students whose first language is not English and who want to strengthen their English skills. 

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: No

• Internal credits: 20

• External credits: 0

• Total credits: 20

• UE Reading credits: 0

• UE Writing credits: 0

Next Steps: Students can progress to English Proficiency Studies Level 3 (EPS300) or continue developing the English skills needed for success in NCEA, tertiary study, vocational training, and future employment. 

MAO300 - Te Reo Māori   

Full year course

This study of the Māori language, tikanga and kawa of Te Ao Māori in many different contexts. The Level Three course further develops inquiry skills, critical thinking, communication, written, aural, oral and comprehension of Māori texts. You will gain confidence in conversing in Te Reo in different real-life contexts on various topics, including Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Whaikorero, Powhiri, Revitalisation of Te Reo Māori, Te Ao Taiohi.

Recommended Prior Learning: Māori 200 or equivalent

Contact Teacher: Stacey Morgan

Outcomes

• Endorsement available:  Yes

• UE Approved: Yes

• Internal credits: 16

• External credits:  12

• Total credits:  28

• UE Reading credits: 6

• UE Writing credits:  0

Possible next steps: Tertiary study

Course Overview: Discover new perspectives, connect with the wider world and take your French further.
This full-year NCEA Level 3 course will help you become a confident and capable French speaker, reader and writer. You will explore authentic texts, literature and media while developing the critical-thinking and communication skills needed to discuss meaningful real-world issues.
From politics, education and technology to art, culture and the environment, you will investigate topics that matter to you and learn to express your ideas with greater fluency and independence.
While developing your French language skills, you will also strengthen transferable skills such as memory, problem-solving, critical thinking and effective communication, which support learning across other subjects.
You may also have the exciting opportunity to travel to a French-speaking country, where you can put your language skills into practice and experience French language and culture first-hand. 

Equipment/Stationery: 1B5 Book

Recommended Prior Learning: French 200 or equivalent experience.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• UE Approved: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: 0

• UE Writing credits: 0

Next Steps: The French language and communication skills developed in this course prepare students for tertiary study, international opportunities, travel, and future employment in a global and multicultural society. 

Course Overview: This course aims to further develop proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to enhance critical thinking. The course motivates long-term language learning pathways. You will also have the opportunity to choose to participate in an overseas trip to Japan in the future. This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1J5 exercise book, HB pencils

Recommended Prior Learning: The course is offered to students who have completed the level 2 Japanese programme.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• UE Approved: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: No

• UE Writing credits: No

Next Steps: Students can progress to Tertiary study, advancing in international commerce, language education, or diplomatic networks.

Course Overview: Take your Mandarin further and become a confident, capable communicator. Explore engaging real-world topics, current issues, and Chinese culture and contemporary life while strengthening your ability to communicate effectively through speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Express and justify your ideas, explore different perspectives, and use Mandarin to communicate with greater depth and independence. Through authentic and meaningful language experiences, you will develop the confidence to use Mandarin beyond the classroom and connect with Chinese-speaking people and communities. Mandarin can open doors to university study, travel, international opportunities, and a wide range of future careers. Whether you want to study overseas, connect with more people, or add a valuable global skill to your future pathway, this course will equip you with practical language and intercultural skills for life. This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery: 1H5 exercise book, 40-page display book, pens, pencils, eraser and highlighters. Headphones or earbuds for listening, speaking, and online learning activities.

Recommended Prior Learning: Students should have completed the Level 2 Mandarin programme or have equivalent language proficiency. This course is also suitable for heritage or native Chinese speakers who wish to strengthen their Chinese literacy by developing their reading and writing skills.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• UE Approved: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: No

• UE Writing credits: No

Next Steps: Students can progress to tertiary study in Mandarin, international business, law, international relations, education, tourism, translation and interpreting, or other globally focused programmes. Mandarin is a valuable skill that opens doors to study, travel, and careers in an increasingly connected world. 

Course Overview: This is a full-year, self-directed online course delivered through Te Kura (The Correspondence School). It is ideal for students who are motivated, organised, and able to manage their own learning independently. Students are expected to keep up with coursework, meet deadlines, and communicate regularly with their Te Kura teacher. The course develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Gagana Samoa through authentic, real-life contexts. Students will explore Samoan language, culture, and contemporary issues while building confidence in communicating on a range of topics, including family, community, society, education, and the environment. Course content and assessment are provided by Te Kura.

Equipment/Stationery: Regular access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection is essential. Students are also encouraged to use headphones or earbuds for listening and speaking activities. 

Recommended Prior Learning: Samoan 200 or equivalent.

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: Yes

• UE Approved: Yes

• Internal credits: 14

• External credits: 10

• Total credits: 24

• UE Reading credits: No

• UE Writing credits: No

Next Steps: Students can continue their language learning at tertiary level while developing valuable communication and cultural skills for careers in education, healthcare, social services, government, and community leadership. 

Course Overview: Build your confidence in English while connecting, communicating, and learning alongside students from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds. Designed for students whose first language is not English, this course provides a welcoming and engaging environment to strengthen the English skills you need for NCEA, everyday life, and your future. Develop your reading, writing, listening, and speaking through a wide range of interactive activities, real-world topics, discussions, group challenges, presentations, projects, and practical communication tasks. Along the way, you will expand your vocabulary, express your ideas with greater confidence, and learn more about different cultures, perspectives, and experiences from around the world. Whether you are preparing for further study, training, employment, or simply want to become a more confident English communicator, EPS will help you develop practical language, academic skills, and intercultural connections that extend well beyond the classroom. This is a full-year course.

Equipment/Stationery:  1B5 exercise book, pens, pencils, eraser and highlighters. Headphones or earbuds for listening, speaking, and online learning activities

Recommended Prior Learning: No prerequisite. This course is suitable for students whose first language is not English and who want to strengthen their English skills. 

Assessment Information:

• Endorsement available: No

• Internal credits: 20

• External credits: 0

• Total credits: 20

• UE Reading credits: 0

• UE Writing credits: 0

Next Steps: The English skills developed in this course support success across all NCEA subjects and prepare students for tertiary study, training, and future employment.