Science
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Junior Science
n Year 9 (Level 4), students must complete 1 semester of Science (5SCI1), with the course divided into three Big Questions; 'What is Science?', 'What Is Matter?', and 'What Is Energy?'. Year 9 students may also select an optional second semester course; Earth and Space Science (5ESS). Year 10 (Level 5) is a full year of compulsory Science covering topics from across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, which ensures thorough preparation for moving into the Senior School. Senior Science Year 11 Science (NCEA Level 1) comprises two courses; General Science (compulsory) and Specialist Science (optional). In Years 12 and 13, students have the opportunity to specialise further with courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Space Science, and Agriculture & Horticulture. |
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Pathways at WHS
Year 9 Level 4/5 |
Year 10 Level 5/6 |
Year 11 NCEA Level 1 |
Year 12 NCEA Level 2 |
Year 13 NCEA Level 3 |
Core Science (Compulsory) Earth and Space Science |
Core Science (Compulsory) |
Science (Compulsory) Specialist Science |
Biology Chemistry Physics Earth and Space Science Agriculture and Horticulture |
Biology Chemistry Physics Earth and Space Science Agriculture and Horticulture |
For 2025 course information, including areas of study, prerequisites, assessments and standards, please follow the link to our Course Options Portal:
