L3 Earth & Space Science
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Sheppard.
In this academic course, students will develop a deeper understanding of the world around them through the evaluation of current scientific issues. Topics include the processes of the ocean, atmosphere, geosphere, and astronomy.
Students will learn the interconnectedness between the various parts and possible future implications e.g. ocean currents and climate; geological processes, the carbon cycle; ocean acidification and the fishing industry.
The course has a mix of internally and externally assessed standards and leads to University courses such as marine science, environmental sciences, and law.
This course will be assessed to a selection of Achievement Standards, both internal and external, with students having the opportunity to gain up to 20 credits at L3.
Scholarship Earth and Space is also offered in this course of study.
Life elsewhere in our solar system - are we alone?
ESS 3.6 (91415) v2 Internal - Investigate an aspect of astronomy
ESS 3.1 (91410) v2 Internal - Carry out an independent practical Earth and Space Science investigation
How old? Really?
ESS 3.3 (91412) v2 Internal - Dating of geological event(s)
Splash Planet – all you need to know about the ocean
ESS 3.4 (91413) v2 External - Demonstrate understanding of the processes in the ocean system
Global Warming’s evil twin
ESS 3.2 (91411) v2 Internal - Investigate a socio-scientific issue in an Earth and Space Science context
Required Prior Learning
Minimum entry is 12 credits in L2 Science or if given approval by the HOD Science.
Subject Costs
Coursebook $28 Field trip $43 (optional)
Subject Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
External
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Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 6
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 7
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Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 3
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 24
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.