Level 3 Science General

SCIENCE GENERAL – YEAR 13
NCEA LEVEL 3
CODE: 13SCG

Course Outline: This is a general science course which will suit students who wish to continue with their Science studies at Level 3 without choosing any particular specialist science subject. Possibilities may cover the areas of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science studying a range of topics which include the importance of keeping a stable body temperature during intense physical activity such as a sporting performance, examining climate change and its effects on ocean acidification in New Zealand and looking at the socio-scientific effects of using performance-enhancing drugs in sport or vaping on the health of people. In term three there will be a choice of learning about either Genetics, or Waves which will be examined at the end of the school year in November.

For further information see: Mr S. Member