NCEA Level 1 Science
Aims
Students will develop a greater understanding of a range of general science concepts. They will build on the contextual learning approach developed in the junior school.
Course Content
Students will investigate and apply scientific concepts in relation to living organisms, physical concepts, materials, and the nature of science and its relationship to technology.
Assessment
There are a variety of assessment tasks and school examinations. Externally assessed topics are examined nationally at the end of the year.
Qualification gained
Full course completion — 20 credits in NCEA Science Level 1
This subject has links with
Veterinary science, electronics, engineering, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, geology, agriculture, horticulture, physical education.
Prior knowledge required
A satisfactory level of achievement in Year 10 Science
Next Step
NCEA Biology Level 2 and/or NCEA Chemistry Level 2 and/or NCEA Physics Level 2