We deliver New Zealand’s National Certificates of Educational Achievement (NCEA) levels 1 – 3. These are national qualifications for secondary school students and are recognised widely throughout the world.
| Learning Areas | Subjects |
|---|---|
| English | English English – ESOL English Literacy Support |
| Mathematics | Mathematics and Stats |
| Health & Physical Education | Health & Physical Education |
| Science | Science |
| Social Sciences | Social Studies |
| Languages | French Japanese |
| Technology | Design and Visual Communication Food Technology Multi Materials Technology Textiles Technology |
| The Arts | Dance Drama Music Visual Art |
| Vocational Courses |
Languages, Technology, The Arts, and Vocational Pathways are optional.
| Learning Areas | Subjects |
|---|---|
| English | English English – ESOL English Literacy Support Media Studies |
| Mathematics | Mathematics and Stats Mathematics and Stats – Ext |
| Health & Physical Education | Health & Physical Education Outdoor Leadership Physical Education |
| Science | Science Electronics |
| Social Sciences | Social Studies Ancient Civilisations Business Pathways Investigative Geography |
| Languages | French Japanese Spanish Maori |
| Technology | Design and Visual Communication Food Technology Multi Materials Technology Textiles Technology Digital Technology |
| The Arts | Dance Drama Music Visual Art Digital Art |
| Vocational Courses |
Health & Physical Education, Science, Social Sciences, Languages, Technology, The Arts, and Vocational Pathways are optional.
| Learning Areas | Subjects |
|---|---|
| English | English English – ESOL Media Studies |
| Mathematics | Maths and Stats – Numeracy Mathematics and Statistics – Alt Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Statistics – Ext |
| Health & Physical Education | Health & Physical Education Early Childhood Education Health Education Outdoor Education Physical Education |
| Science | Science Science – Foundation Science – Supplementary Science Electronics Science – ESOL |
| Social Sciences | Accounting Business Studies Economics Geography History |
| Languages | French Japanese Spanish Maori |
| Technology | Design and Visual Communication Food Technology Food and Hospitality Multi Materials Technology Textiles Technology Digital Technology |
| The Arts | Dance Drama Music Visual Art Digital Art Work and Community Studies |
| Vocational Courses | Work and Community Studies |
Mathematics, Health & Physical Education, Science, Social Sciences, Languages, Technology, The Arts, and Vocational Pathways are optional.
| Learning Areas | Subjects |
|---|---|
| English | English English Foundation Media Studies English – ESOL |
| Mathematics | Mathematics and Calculus Mathematics and Statistics – Alt Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics and Statistics – Ext |
| Health & Physical Education | Health Education Sports Science Sports Leadership Outdoor Education Early Childhood Education |
| Science | Biology Chemistry Physics Electronics |
| Social Sciences | Accounting Business Studies Economics Financial Studies Geography History Classical Studies Travel and Tourism |
| Languages | French Japanese Spanish Chinese |
| Technology | Design and Visual Communication Food and Hospitality Food Technology Multi Materials Technology Textiles Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology – Programming Microsoft Office Specialist |
| The Arts | Dance Drama Music Visual Art Art History Design Photography |
| Vocational Courses | Careers Pathways |
| Learning Areas | Subjects |
|---|---|
| English | English English – ESOL English Literacy Support |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Mathematics and Calculus Mathematics and Calculus – Alt Statistics and Probability Statistics and Probability – Alt |
| Health & Physical Education | Health Education Physical Education Sports Leadership Outdoor Education Early Childhood Education |
| Science | Biology Chemistry Physics Electronics |
| Social Sciences | Accounting Business Studies Economics Financial Studies Geography History Classical Studies Travel and Tourism |
| Languages | French Japanese Spanish |
| Technology | Design and Visual Communication Food and Hospitality Food Technology Multi Materials Technology Textiles Technology Digital Technology Digital Technology – Programming Microsoft Office Specialist |
| The Arts | Dance Drama Making Music (Practical) Music Studies Visual Art Art History Design Photography |
| Vocational Courses | Careers Pathways |
Our focus is to provide a range of subjects and alternative options for students. So, whether you want to be an Actor or an Architect, we can help you to get what you need to achieve your own academic and career goals. Of course the availability of subjects depends on the time of year and the number of students in each class, but as you can see we have a great selection to choose from.
All International students follow the same academic programme as other students in the college so you’ll have the same opportunities as New Zealand students (additional fees may apply) and you’ll be taught side by side with kiwi kids.
Secondary study lasts five years and begins when students are 12 or 13 years old. The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is the main school qualification at this level, and is well-recognised overseas
In Years 11-13, we prepare students to achieve NCEA Levels 1-3.
A great feature of our NCEA system is its flexibility; more able students can be assessed against higher level standards.
This approach allows us to challenge all students and provide a selection of subjects that is best for you.
If you’d prefer, you can watch the short video on how NCEA works.
New Zealand’s education system is world-leading and recognised by the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development). A number of international agreements ensure NCEA results are understood and accepted overseas. NZQA is recognised in the European Union (including Britain and Germany), Australia, Thailand, and India.
We also have lots of experience dealing with students from Latin American countries and we are able to arrange con-validation for students from Bolivia, Brazil, Columbia and Mexico.
In short, wherever you come from we are able to work with your country’s education system to have your time and qualifications recognised.
We know choosing subjects can be difficult, especially when you are familiar with a different school system. That’s why when you arrive, we will work with you individually to make sure you get a timetable that meets your specific needs.
You can read more about the New Zealand education system at the Ministry of Education website and Education New Zealand’s Study in New Zealand website
