ENGCM303

Level 3 Criminal Minds

Course Description


PURPOSE: This course unpacks the criminal mind as seen through literature.

COURSE OUTLINE: Throughout time authors, directors and creators have brought us glimpses into the criminal mind. From detective stories to whodunnits, psychological thrillers to true crime, creators have been telling the story of criminality to an eager and attentive audience. Over the course of the year we will delve into the way literature tells the story of criminality. We will look at what makes and shapes a criminal and the part society plays. We will seek to understand and begin to unpack the criminal mind. 


UE COURSE

Prerequisite - 2.4 Writing Portfolio 91101 and ONE external exam OR at the discretion of the HoL English

Recommended Prior Learning

You did alright in Level 2 A.S. English and have taken A.S. 1.9 or A.S. 2.8 (in formation literacy skills) in previous years would be helpful, but not exclusive. Also an interest in crime and justice.

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.

Total Credits Available: 15 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 11 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91473 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.2 - Respond critically to specified aspect(s) of studied visual or oral text(s), supported by evidence
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91478 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.7 - Respond critically to significant connections across texts, supported by evidence
4
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91479 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.8 - Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts
4
4
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91480 v1
NZQA Info
English 3.9 - Respond critically to significant aspects of visual and/or oral text(s) through close reading, supported by evidence
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 15
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 8
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

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.