Kelston Boys’ High School Kelston Boys’ High School

Level 3 General Science

13SCG
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Member.

Entry Requirements

If you have not taken Science at level 2, please see the teacher in charge before selecting this option. 

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

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 acidfication  in New Zealand and looking at the socio-scientific effects of using performance-enhancing drugs in sport or vaping on the health of people.

For further information see:  Mr S. Member



			


				






    

        
Disclaimer

        
Course Selection is confirmed at the start of 2025.  You can change the courses you have selected up until the start of next year provided there are still spaces in the course you wish to change to.
Some courses may become unavailable due to the number of students taking the courses or changes in staffing.
New courses may also be introduced, in which case you will be notified and given the opportunity to select the new course.