WHAKATAUKI:

“Ko au te whenua, ko te whenua, ko au”

I am the land and the land is me

KAUPAPA:

• Year 11 Agricultural and Environmental Science aims to deliver a broad foundation and understanding of New Zealand's Primary Industries and the various vital aspects of that.

This is 'from the ground up'... (soil and plant science, NZ geography, animals and sustainability) to establish a foundation and set the scene for years to come, preparing students to leave a better tomorrow, feed the world and be responsible kaitiakitanga. 

"Leave it better than you found it."

• Through studying Agricultural and Environmental Science students will be able to communicate and explain scientific and agricultural ideas in depth and be able to evaluate and make decisions based on 'best practice'. 

There is a strong literacy focus and developing and supporting the skills to write and communicate their responses and ideas effectively has long been at the core of success in this subject. 

In Agriculture we aim to provide a range of assessment opportunities and formats, from presentations, investigations, reports and exams. 

PREREQUISITES:    

• None

COURSE CONTENT:

• Students will learn about the factors that affect Primary production, such as climate, soil and topography. Life processes such as genetics, reproduction, nutrition, digestion and health in commercial animal production.  Soil science, environmental impacts and sustainable management practices. 

• Students will demonstrate understanding of Māori values in primary production, sustainability and land use such as  tūhononga, manaakitanga and tiakitanga. 

COSTS:

• Students will be charged for a workbook and for any field trips to cover transport etc.  

• Total costs over the year will be $100 not including field trip costs which will not exceed $300.

FUTURE STUDIES / CAREER OPTIONS:

• The Primary Industries in New Zealand is a growing, broad and exciting career option. It is one of the most important industries in our nation - linking business, commerce and our economy, science, the environment, our social, geographical and historical identity together. This is why there are so many options for those following a path into Agriculture and Environmental Science. It is an innovative and growing field, with real and exciting opportunities and is hugely supported by numerous well resourced Universities and Businesses in New Zealand.​

• Careers could include: Vet, stock agent, genetic and animal scientist, environmental planning, rural finance and banking, farm manager, viticulture, marketing, ecology, resource management, soil science, rural advisor.

PATHWAYS @ JMC:

• Year 10 Rural Studies

• NCEA: Year 11 Agriculture 

• NCEA: Year 12 Agriculture       

• NCEA: Year 12 Agri-Business

• NCEA: Year 13 Agriculture        

• NCEA: Year 13 Agri-Business