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Learning Area: Mathematics

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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS: NCEA LEVEL 1

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 1 Mathematics and Statistics standards. There is a combination of externally assessed and internally assessed standards that provide a pathway to NCEA Level 2 maths courses.

Possible pathways:

This course can lead to NCEA Level 2 Mathematics and provides the necessary standards for many employment opportunities.

NCEA credits available: There are 15 Achievement standard credits available. (2 x 5 credit internal standards and 1x 5 credit external standards)

Exclusions: None


MATHEMATICS: NCEA LEVEL 2

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 2 Mathematics standards. The course involves graphing, algebra and calculus. There is a combination of externally assessed and internally assessed standards which provide a pathway to all NCEA Level 3 Mathematics courses. You are able to do this course in conjunction with any other Level 2 Mathematics course.

Possible pathways:

This course is beneficial to most careers, in particular futures based in trades, technology, finance, computer science, infrastructure, science and medicine.

NCEA credits available: There are 19 credits from Achievement Standards available. 10 credits from Internal standards, and nine credits from external standards.

Exclusions: None. However, it is recommended that students have at least 10 credits at NCEA Level 1 from Mathematics and Statistics standards. 


MATHEMATICS with STATISTICS: NCEA LEVEL 2

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 2 Mathematics and Statistics standards. The course is based around analysing and interpreting data. It has a large literacy component. There is a combination of externally assessed and internally assessed standards which provide a pathway to the NCEA Level 3 Statistics and General Mathematics courses. You are able to do this course in conjunction with any other Level 2 Mathematics course.

Possible pathways:

This course is beneficial to most careers, in particular futures based in primary industries, finance, social science, education, services and medicine.

NCEA credits available: There are between 14 and 20 Achievement Standards credits available. Four credits come from the external standards.

Exclusions: None. However, students should have at least 10 credits at NCEA Level 1 from Mathematics and Statistics standards. 


FINANCIAL CAPABILITIES: NCEA LEVEL 2

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 2 unit standards. In this course you will learn about financial planning and how to wisely manage your money. The course covers managing income, credit and debt, insurance, saving and investing, budgeting, and banking products. There is a large literacy component to the course. You are able to do this course in conjunction with any other Level 2 Mathematics course.

Possible pathways:

This course will be beneficial to all students. It is particularly useful for those interested in economic futures, as well as students after practical financial skills for life.

NCEA credits available: There are up to 21 NCEA Level 2 internal unit standards credits available in this course. The unit standards are graded (Achievement, Merit and Excellence) so can count towards overall NCEA certificate endorsements. This course does not offer numeracy credits.

Exclusions: None


GENERAL MATHEMATICS: NCEA LEVEL 3

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 3 Mathematics standards. It is designed for students who wish to continue with mathematics learning into Level 3 but do not wish to take a full Calculus or Statistics course. There is a combination of externally assessed and internally assessed standards from the Calculus and Statistics areas, from which UE in Mathematics can be gained. Can be taken along with Financial Capabilities.

Possible pathways:

This course is beneficial to many careers, in particular futures based in, trades, technology, finance, computer science, and infrastructure.

NCEA credits available:

There are up to 20 Achievement Standard credits available depending on the time it takes to complete the standards. These are made up of 16 internal and 4 external credits. It is also an approved course for gaining 14 credits for University Entrance.

Exclusions: Cannot be taken with Calculus or Statistics. No entry requirements, however, it is recommended that students have completed the Level 2 Mathematics or Statistics course.


MATHEMATICS with CALCULUS: NCEA LEVEL 3

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 3 Mathematics standards. There is a combination of externally assessed and internally assessed standards from which UE in Mathematics can be gained. Can be taken along with Statistics and Financial Capabilities.

Possible pathways:

This course is beneficial to most careers, in particular futures based in engineering, trades, technology, finance, computer science, infrastructure, science and medicine. It has a clear pathway into tertiary study.

NCEA credits available:

There are up to 21 Achievement Standard credits available depending on the time it takes to complete the standards. These are made up of 9 internal and 12 external credits. It is also an approved course for gaining 14 credits for University Entrance.

Exclusions: Cannot be taken with General Mathematics. No entry requirements, however, it is strongly recommended that students have completed the Level 2 Mathematics course.


MATHEMATICS WITH STATISTICS: NCEA LEVEL 3

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 3 Statistics standards. There is a combination of externally assessed and internally assessed standards from which UE in Statistics can be gained. Can be taken along with Calculus, and Financial Capabilities.

Possible pathways:

This course is beneficial to most careers, in particular futures based in primary industries, finance, social science, education, services and medicine. It has a clear pathway into tertiary study.

NCEA credits available: There are between 16 and 20 Achievement Standard credits available. It is also an approved course for gaining 14 credits for University Entrance. Four credits can be gained from External assessment.

Exclusions: Cannot be taken with General Mathematics. No entry requirements, however, it is recommended that students have completed the Level 2 Mathematics or Statistics course.


FINANCIAL CAPABILITIES: NCEA LEVEL 3

Course description:

This is a full year course composed of NCEA Level 3 unit standards. In this course you will learn about financial planning. You will learn things like how to apply for mortgages, creating personal finance plans, all about financial investments and look at strategies to manage debt.

Possible pathways:

This course will be beneficial to all students. It is particularly useful for those interested in economic futures, or who are after practical financial life skills

NCEA credits available: There are up to 21 NCEA Level 3 internal unit standards credits available in this course. The unit standards are graded (Achievement, Merit and Excellence) so can count towards overall NCEA certificate endorsements. This course does not give numeracy credits.

Exclusions: None