Students in Years 9 and 10 have a mix of compulsory and option subjects to choose from.
(See Notes at the bottom of the page.)

Year 9 students: 

• Do all Core (Compulsory) subjects

• Choose at least one language (full year) 

• Choose six other trimesterised options

Year 10 students: 

• Do all Core (Compulsory) subjects

• It is recommended to take a second language, however, this is not compulsory. Refer to further notes below.

• Choose four-five other semesterised options

Core and Option Subjects in Year 9 and 10

Year 9 & 10 Options

Click the links below to read more about each subject

Note:

• You may choose more than one language. Refer to the Languages Pathway Diagram below.

• If you are considering studying Music in NCEA: Year 11, you need to choose Year 10 Music in both semesters.

• If you are considering studying a language in NCEA: Year 11, you need to choose that Year 10 language in both semesters.

• If you are considering studying in the IBDP in Years 12 & 13, it is encouraged that you choose at least one Year 10 language in both semesters.

Languages Pathway 2025