Year 10 Agricultural and Horticultural Science
10AGH Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs H. McKoy.
Agricultural and Horticultural Science
Assessment: NCEA Level 1 – 4 credits.
This course has a large practical component. The students are expected to maintain their own garden plot at school. It is designed to give an appreciation for creation and encourages students to be good stewards of the resources we have. The course covers the basics of plant structure, function and propagation, and an understanding of agricultural products. It also gives an overview of the agricultural and horticultural industries, and the wide range of career opportunities available. This course contributes towards the Level 1 NCEA certificate.
Learning Areas:
Year 10 OPTIONS, Year 10 Options Group 1
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
Year 11 Agricultural and Horticultural Science
Ag/Hort Science is a core subject for any environmental science, agricultural or horticultural based career. It would also be an advantage for teacher, science, biology, economics, earth science or managerial degrees.
Career PathwaysNursery Grower/Worker, Packhouse Worker, Quarantine Officer, Secondary School Teacher, Textile Process Operator, Marketing Specialist, Farm Assistant, Data Analyst, Science Technician, Communications Professional, Dairy Farmer, Crop Worker, Crop Farmer/Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Product Assembler, Geologist, Environmental Scientist, Economist, Zoologist, Beekeeper, Chemist, Statistician, Marine Biologist, Arborist, Fishery Officer, Marine Engineer, Food and Beverage Factory Worker, Food Technologist, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Forestry Scientist, Automotive Technician, Landscaper, Gardener, Farmer/Farm Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative, Groundsperson, Biotechnologist, Biosecurity Officer, Veterinarian
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryFee: $10 for consumable products.