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NCEA 1 11DVC

11 Architecture and Product Design

This course teaches the elements of Design and helps you apply your learning to create conceptual Architecture & Product forms.

External
Credits

3

Internal
Credits

16

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 11ART

11 Art

Expand your skills in drawing, painting and printmaking as you develop your own artworks.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

4

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 MUB

11 Beginner Music

This is a course for those who have an interest in Music but who have not yet had an opportunity to do any formal Music Learning.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

0

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 11DES

11 Design

If you are confident with computers, this course allows you to be creative and explore visual ideas in digital media.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

14

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 11DRA

11 Drama

This course introduces you to the fundamental performance skills needed: drama techniques, conventions and elements. You learn about the history of theatre, while developing your performance confidence and script-writing skills.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 11TEX

11 Fashion and Textiles Technology

Develop skills to make garments while learning about the function of fabrics used in everyday life. You complete a portfolio of your own ideas while demonstrating your practical skills.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

65 Take Home Component

Entry
Requirements

Ability to use sewing machine essential

NCEA 1 11FTV

11 Film Studies

In this course you will gain knowledge and understanding of film through the study of a genre. You will also write a variety of media texts and plan and produce your own short film product.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

16

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 11FON

11 Food and Nutrition

Develop an understanding of food and nutritional factors that influence people's wellbeing.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

15

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 11HMT

11 Hard Materials Technology

This course is a hands-on technology based course using a variety of hard materials of your choice.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

21

Fee
Contribution

125 Take Home Component

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 11HOS

11 Hospitality

An introduction to working in a commercial kitchen through a mix of practical and theory activities. The course will help you pathway into the world of hospitality.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

20

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 1 DSE

11 Intermediate/ Advanced Dance

Learn and develop dance technique in a variety of styles, choreographic skills and build your performance confidence.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

20

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Previous Dance or Drama experience an advantage

NCEA 2 11MGR

11 Motion Graphics

Experience a range of methods to create short film from hands-on stop motion to digitally painted frame animation.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

14

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Enrolment upon interview

NCEA 1&2 PST

11/12 Practical Skills for Trade

This course is based on the BConstructive programme, and will build the skills required to enter a trade.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

28

Fee
Contribution

125 Take Home Component

Open
Entry
NCEA 2 12DVC

12 Architecture and Product Design

This course continues the Architectural Design emphasis of our L1 course along with the possibility to integrate product design into your design work.

External
Credits

03

Internal
Credits

15

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Satisfactory achievement at L1

NCEA 1&2&3 MUB

12 Beginner Music

This is a course for those who have an interest in Music but who have not yet had an opportunity to do any formal Music Learning.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

0

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 2 12CSI

12 Computer Science

12CSI introduces key concepts in data networks which provide the infrastructure for our internet connected society, enabling smart homes, smart cities, the internet, and the internet of things.

External
Credits

03

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

10 credits from 11CSI or approval from TIC

NCEA 2 12DES

12 Design

In this course you will combine creativity with digital technology to communicate ideas using image and text.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Interview upon enrolment

NCEA 2 12DRA

12 Drama

This course builds on the skills learnt in Level 1, with a stronger emphasis on the social and political aspects of theatre. You explore the principles and conventions of Epic Theatre and perform in a major production at the end of the year.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

12 Level 1 Drama credits, Interview upon enrolment

Students enrolled in 12Drama must be enrolled in 12English with Drama. The work you do in 12DRA directly relates to the work you do in 12English with Drama.

NCEA 2 12EDR

12 English with Drama

This English course is designed specifically for Drama students. You will study & write a range of scripts and watch and review plays. Students will the opportunity to gain UE literacy. In order to take this class you must be enrolled in 12DRA.

External
Credits

4

Internal
Credits

16

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

10 level 1 English credits, including one writing-based standard plus entry to 12 DRA

Students enrolled in 12English with Drama must be enrolled in 12DRA. The work you do in 12English with Drama directly relates to the work you do in YR12 Drama.

NCEA 2 12TEX

12 Fashion and Textiles Technology

The focus is on a mix of practical garment construction and research skills. Reflection on factors influencing fashion follows the design process.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

65 Take Home Component

Entry
Requirements

Sewing skills essential

NCEA 2 12FTV

12 Film Studies

In this course you will build knowledge and understanding of film through the study of a genre, and a topic of film theory. You will also write a screenplay and plan and produce your own short film product.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

16

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 3 12FOS1/2

12 Food for Sustainable Living

Sem1 Let’s Take Action - Nutrition f or Individual Needs Some members of our community may require different foods for health, religion or ethical reasons. Students will research and demonstrate how meals could be adap ted to be healthy and affordable to meet individual nutritional needs in a collaborative class programme. Sem 2 - Our community - How f ar does your f ood travel? Not everyone in New Zealand can afford to eat regular, healthy food. This course discusses ideas and attitudes linked to food security and how this relates to the provision of food for New Zealand families.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

13

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Interview. A good level of writing skill is required for some assessment tasks

Semester 1 - 10 Internal credits Semester 2 - 3 Internal credits, 4 External credits This course is split into two semesters: students can take just one course or both.

NCEA 2 12HMT

12 Hard Materials Technology

This course extends the knowledge you gained in level 1. It is project-based with a wide range of skills open to you. You get to choose and negotiate with the teacher the terms of your projects.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

21

Fee
Contribution

125 Take Home Component

Open
Entry
NCEA 2 12HOS

12 Hospitality

Here you develop the skills needed to work in the industry at an entry level, including gaining a barista qualification. Gain credits towards a hospitality qualification.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

28

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 2 12MGR

12 Motion Graphics

Develop knowledge and skills in character design. Apply animation methods by filming and digitally painting frames to create an animation.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

8

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Interview upon enrolment

NCEA 2 12PTG

12 Painting

This is a practical course for students who want to develop skills and techniques needed to paint and make pictures. You will develop skills to think and talk about the drawing and painting process.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

NCEA Art Level 1, 
(12 credits) or 
proven ability

NCEA 2 12PHT

12 Photography

This is a practical course for art students to develop the skills and techniques needed to make photographs and to develop skills to think analytically and make a body of photographic work.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

L1 Art or Design or proven ability. Digital camera required. Enrolment upon interview

NCEA 2 12PRT

12 Printmaking

Explore and develop a range of different ways of drawing appropriate to printmaking. Gain knowledge and skills in processes that relate to etching, woodcut, collagraph, monoprint and more.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Interview upon enrolment

NCEA 2 12SKP

12 Sculpture +

Connected curriculum with art and technology. Explore types of established sculpture and a variety of skills from welding, casting glass to knitting. Then develop work and processes based on a theme relevant to you.

External
Credits

12

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Interview upon enrolment

NCEA 2

Are you a budding Greta Thunberg in the making? Do you want to engage in social action and use media to awaken society to the issues it faces? Through this Social Action Media course, you gain the knowledge and skills to conceive, plan, design and make media products that engage audiences in the local and global issues of our times. The course is a one semester course designed to progressively prepare students to become skilled in a form of social action media production, chosen by the student. Above else, you would ideally be openminded, committed and interested.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

An active interest in social action and media are beneficial

NCEA 2&3 12/13STC

12/13 Stage Craft

This course introduces you to the technical skills needed to direct and produce theatre and film projects. It also helps you develop the practical skills needed for make up, costume and prop design.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

23

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Interview upon enrolment

NCEA 3 13ARH

13 Art History

Extend your skills and knowledge to analyse, write about and discuss artworks. Discover how the beginning of Western art occurred through developments in society, media and theories of the 15th century.

External
Credits

14

Internal
Credits

8

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

10 credits in a language-rich subject at NCEA L2

NCEA 3 13AWR

13 Artwear/Textiles Technology

In this course you explore traditional, historical and environmental elements for inspiration to create inspiring garments.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

16

Fee
Contribution

100 Take home component

Entry
Requirements

Interview. Moderate to advanced sewing skills or by HOD discretion. Portfolio is helpful.

NCEA 3

Develop your understanding of the social and conflict history of the Ptolemaic Egyptian world through the career of Cleopatra VII and the writings of key ancient historians.

External
Credits

10

Internal
Credits

12

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

10 credits in a L2 language-rich subject

NCEA 3 13DES

13 Design

This course builds on the previous year’s course to extend and prepare Design students for university or higher study.

External
Credits

14

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

NCEA Level 2 Design, 12 credits or proven ability and competency in Photoshop. Interview upon enrolment

NCEA 3 13DRA

13 Drama

This course builds on the skills learnt in Level 2, with a stronger focus on how to become a professional performer. Explore a variety of theatre styles through performing and scripting your own work. You also perform in a major production at the end of the year.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Level 2 Drama and 10 credits in a L2 language-rich subject including one writing-based standard

NCEA 3 13FIP

13 Film Production

This course allows you to explore the artistic and technical aspects of film making – focusing on the planning, production and post-production roles of producing a film product.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

23

Fee
Contribution

0

Open
Entry
NCEA 3 13FTV

13 Film Studies

In this course you will build knowledge and understanding of film through the study of a genre, an exploration of film history, and a topic of film theory. You will also write a screenplay and plan and produce your own short film product.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

16

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

At least 1 level 2 writing-based standard

NCEA 3 13MUS

13 Music

This course extends the skills learned in Level 2 with a wide range of options available in performance and written music.

External
Credits

08

Internal
Credits

26

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Students must be able to play an instrument and/or read music. Interview and audition as required.

NCEA 3 13PTG

13 Painting

This course is a practical course that teaches teh skills of picture making, painting and developing your ideas. The course will teach skills for students who want a pathway on to careers and tertiary courses in Visual Arts.

External
Credits

14

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

NCEA Art Level 2, (12 credits) or proven ability. Enrolment upon interview

NCEA 3 13CPD

13 Pattern Drafting

If you read fashion magazines and wish you could recreate the styles you see, then pattern drafting is the course for you.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

21

Fee
Contribution

100 Take Home Component

Entry
Requirements

Some sewing experience helpful

Take home components

NCEA 3 13PHT

13 Photography

This is a course for advanced arts student who want a pathway to tertiary courses in the visual arts. It is a practical photography course which teaches key skills within the scope of photography.

External
Credits

14

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

L2 Photography or proven ability and digital camera required. Enrolment upon interview

NCEA 3 13PTR

13 Printmaking

Explore and develop a range of different ways of making pictures appropriate to printmaking.Extend your knowledge and skills in processes that relate to etching, woodcut, collagraph, monoprint and more.

External
Credits

14

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

NCEA Art Level 2, (12 credits) or proven ability, Interview upon enrolment

NCEA 3 13SKP

13 Sculpture +

Extend your work by reinventing ideas and methods to create new sculptures.

External
Credits

14

Internal
Credits

08

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

NCEA Level 2 Sculpture,12 credits or proven ability and competency in Photoshop. Interview upon enrolment

Connected curriculum with art and technology.

NCEA 2&3 CTC

Canterbury Tertiary College

CTC is a trades-based programme that operates out of Ara. You have access to the latest workshops, equipment and professional trades tutors two days a week. You also study three subjects of your choice at Hagley. You will be required to complete approximately 60-100 hours of work experience.

External
Credits

N/A

Internal
Credits

N/A

Fee
Contribution

N/A

Open
Entry
NCEA 2&3 CRW1/2

Creative Writing

This is a course for students who love to write, want to develop as a writer and pick up some NCEA credits as part of their writing journey.You can complete the writing p ortfolio (6 credits) if you complete both semesters.

External
Credits

0

Internal
Credits

6

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Evidence of writing achievement in L1 or 2 English

Semester 1/2 3 credits in each semester This course is split into two semesters: you can take just one course or both.

NCEA 3 13HDP

Hagley Dance Project

Take your Dance training to the next level. Extend your Dance technique choreography and performance experience to prepare for tertiary studies. This is for students who are experienced in dance who are able to work at a higher level.

External
Credits

04

Internal
Credits

18

Fee
Contribution

0

Entry
Requirements

Interview and audition

Full-Time

Pre-Tertiary

Hagley Theatre Company

Are you passionate about performing on stage and in film?

Hours Per
week

24

Qualification

Hagley Certificate in Theatre (1 or 2 years) Recognised industry pathway

Cost

1200

Entry
Requirements

Age 18+ plus application, interview and audition

Full-Time

Pre-Tertiary

Jewellery Design

Do you have a passion for crafting beautiful objects? Do you love to make your own jewellery? Then the Jewellery Design course is for you! In this foundation course you will be introduced to a range of basic skills in contemporary jewellery making and encouraged to follow your creative process and develop your own style. A degree of creative freedom is built into the course.

Hours Per
week

12

Qualification

Hagley Community College Certificate in Jewellery Making

Cost

220

Entry
Requirements

A passion for creativity and working with your hands. A portfolio of past work an advantage. Interview required.

Full-Time

NCEA 3

School of Fashion

What is your Fashion Narrative? Fashion has a big effect on our lives by defining style and culture. It is a way to express personality, and sometimes to send a message. Fashion plays a role in the lives of most people since it helps them fit in or stand out from the crowd. What do your fashion choices say about you? Whether you wish to study Fashion at tertiary level, work in the fashion industry or express yourself through fashion, this course is for you.

Hours Per
week

16

Qualification

Industry Approved Unit Standards in Clothing Manufacture Pattern Making, Garment Sewing and Garment Construction.

Cost

600

Entry
Requirements

Moderate to advanced sewing skills or by HOD discretion. Interview required and portfolio is helpful.

Full-Time

NCEA 2&3

School of Music

Are you into performing and playing music? Are you looking for a course to enable you to be a full-time musician? These courses have been designed for students who have a passion, ability and a strong interest in a career in music. It enables them to fully immerse themselves while working toward a National Certificate in Music and NCEA Levels 2 or 3.

Hours Per
week

L2-20, L3-16

Qualification

- National Certificate in Music Level 2 or 3 - NCEA Level 2 or 3 - Numeracy and UE Literacy - University Entrance (14+ credits in each of Music, Media Studies and one selected subject)

Cost

220

Entry
Requirements

Application, interview and audition

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