Level 2 Space Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Tatum.
This course is for those learners that are interested in Earth and Space Science, especially how humans can explore our solar system and investigate the rest of the universe. The overarching focus of the course is to learn about the formation of our solar system and how scientists go about detecting whether the conditions for life exist on other planets, and if so, what that life may be. This course can help develop understanding of the Level 3 Earth and Space Science course which is a good 3rd subject choice for university entrance.
Recommended Prior Learning
None
Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)
$80 Total
Contributions include...
- Inhouse produced workbook set ($30)
- Stardome field trip (optional) ($50 estimate) Field trip cost will be advised when trip details are finalised and sent to parents from the Schoolbridge platform. Field trip costs are to be paid via the Kindo app. In 2024 this fee was $40.
2B8 hardcover notebook recommended for each learner.
Pathway
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.
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NZQA Info
Earth and Space Science 2.2 - Examine an Earth and Space Science issue and the validity of the information communicated to the public
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Earth and Space Science 2.4 - Investigate how organisms survive in an extreme environment
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Earth and Space Science 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of stars and planetary systems
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Chemistry 2.2 - Carry out an investigation into chemical species present in a sample using qualitative analysis
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
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NZQA Info
Earth and Space Science 2.3 - Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
Pathway Tags
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Disclaimer
Although we aim to enable every learner to have the course that they prefer, limited places or learning requirements may restrict learners' choices.