11AGH

Year 11 Agricultural and Horticultural Science

Although this years timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place next year.

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs H. McKoy.

Agricultural and Horticultural Science


In this applied Science, students develop an understanding and an appreciation for, the horticulture and agriculture industries. They study how plants and animals are grown for commercial and recreational purposes and cover the basics of landscaping practices. There is a high proportion of practical work. This course runs alongside 11 Science and will lead onto Level 2 Agriculture and Horticulture and/or Biology. The course could also be of interest to Economics and Geography students.


Prior Learning

Prerequisite: Proven performance in 10SCI, and/or in 10AGH, or at discretion of TIC.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Consumable equipment fee $10, Workbook $25 (approx.), one field trip $20 (approx.)

Pathway

This pathway can lead to jobs in a wide range of sectors, such as: working with plants and animals, agricultural and horticultural industries, environmental science, research science and economics.

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 21027 v5
NZQA Info
Plant and maintain displays of bedding plants
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 10
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 10
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Your selection does not guarantee course placement. Course costs and standards listed may vary.