• Tūrangawaewae isn't your average course - it's a thrilling journey through the stories that make Aotearoa tick.

• Discover untold tales: Venture beyond the tourist brochures and explore the lesser-known narratives that shape our Kiwi spirit.

• Unlock Te Ao Māori: Gain eye-opening insights into Māori worldviews and their powerful influence on our society.

• Sharpen your mind: Develop razor-sharp critical thinking as you analyse diverse perspectives and solve real-world puzzles.

• Become a story weaver: Learn to see Aotearoa through fresh eyes and share our unique tales with the world.

• Future-proof your skills: Whether you're eyeing a career in tourism, cultural studies, or beyond, Tūrangawaewae equips you with valuable tools for success.

• It's not just about finding your place - it's about owning your role in New Zealand's epic saga.

• You'll gain a global outlook while deepening your connection to your local roots.

• Understand how our past shapes our future, and how you are part of that story.

• All Humanities courses will develop both English and Social Science skills through expanding vocabulary and learning strategies to make meaning through reading, viewing, writing, and speaking. 

• In this course, you'll sharpen your analytical thinking by interpreting themes in various media and appreciate Aotearoa New Zealand's diverse perspectives. 

• You'll express your creativity through storytelling inspired by Aotearoa's traditions and enhance your research skills by exploring historical contexts. 

• Develop cultural competence to engage with diverse backgrounds, design innovative travel experiences, and improve your presentation skills. 

• Communication

• Citizenship

• Critical Thinking

• Culture

  • Wairuatanga: understanding and respecting different beliefs,spirituality,and customs.

  • TeTiriti ō Waitangi: upholding its principles and contributing to our bicultural society

• Critically assess the impacts of tourism on local communities and environments.

Embark on a captivating journey through Aotearoa's storytelling tapestry! Dive into ancient Māori oral traditions, unravel colonial literature's influence, and explore contemporary Kiwi film and TV. Discover how modern poetry and lyrics shape our national identity, and uncover the power of historical documents. From Te Whanganui-a-Tara, venture to iconic sites like Matiu and Kāpiti Islands, embark on virtual global tours, and immerse yourself in cultural experiences, including a noho marae stay. Unearth your community's roots through hands-on historical research.

Wai - place and environment & economic activity

Migration - culture and identity

Year 9 Humanities leads on to Y10 Humanities and then to senior subjects such as English, Social Sciences, Media Studies, Drama, History, Geography, Classical Studies, Psychology, Legal Studies, Business Studies and others.

Ākonga are encouraged to be curious and explore their understanding of identity, the world, belonging, and connection. In doing so, they explore a wide range of perspectives and draw upon different bodies of knowledge. This helps ākonga learn in other contexts and sets them up to be life-long learners.

The knowledge, skills, and values ākonga develop through English and Social Sciences support them to participate in social, cultural, political, and economic life, and prepare them for a variety of possible career pathways beyond school.  

English Career Pathways 

Social Sciences Career Pathways

• 1 B8 exercise book

• 1 document wallet

• Pencil, pen, highlighter, eraser - to stay in class in their document wallet

• Personal headphones 

• Personal Chromebook and charger

At times - other coloured pencils, felts, glue sticks, or scissors may be needed. These can be kept at home until needed.

Texts supplied by the Humanities Faculty.