Level 3 Investigative Science
Course Description
Year 13 Investigative Science has no external exams and is designed for students who perform best when their teacher continually assesses their work. It aims to develop the research, practical, and investigative skills of students. There are two practical investigation topics and two research topics throughout the year.
Recommended Prior Learning
This course is designed for students who have done Science in Yr 11 but may not have taken a Science in Yr 12, and have an interest in Science.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)
To be advised
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Earth and Space Science 3.1 - Carry out an independent practical Earth and Space Science investigation
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Earth and Space Science 3.2 - Investigate a socio-scientific issue in an Earth and Space Science context
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Biology 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with guidance
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Biology 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of how an animal maintains a stable internal environment
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 15
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.
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