Westlake Boys High School Westlake Boys High School

Level 2 Science

12SCI
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms N. Marriott.

Entry Criteria

Entry into Level 2 Science requires successful completion of a Level 1 course in Science (14 or more credits). It is recommended that students Achieve in internal assessments at Level 1 in order to be successful in this course.

Students must also meet the requirements to study a Level 2 NCEA Award.

Restrictions apply:
Level 2 Science can not be studied while enrolled in any other Science course.

Level 2 Science

This course involves the study of DNA and gene expression, investigating human survival in the extreme conditions of outer space, and learning about biological patterns observed in the natural environment in Aotearoa. Field work in ecology is an essential part of the programme. Chemical analysis using ion identification procedures and a physics investigation are practically assessed components. 


Learning Areas:

Science


Pathway

Level 3 Science









Disclaimer


Course selection does not guarantee a course will be available or that you have approval to take a course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results and in rare cases, staff availability.