Our cirriculum isn't half as... varied. We use the NCEA
system for HS qualifications. In year 11 (I just finished YAY!) you work towards your
Level 1 certificate, Year 12
Level 2, and Year 13 (12th grade equivalent)
Level 3. Each
level offers standards across the different subject areas, passing them will earn you credits, 80 credits at a certain
level will earn you the certificate for that
level. Some standards are internally assessed, especially in Technology and Arts subjects, while others are externally assessed (Exam format). Some of the standards in my Y11 Math course were:
-Apply algebraic methods in solving problems
-Investigate relationships between tables, lines, graphs and equation
-Solve problems using geometric reasoning (this included trig)
-Demonstrate understanding of chance and data
Depending on the Levels of NCEA you achieve by the time you've left school you are eligible to enter various forms of
tertiary education.
Level 3 will get you into most undergraduate degree courses at Uni, but some may have special subject requirements.
Level 2 will get you into trade apprenticeships, polytechnics, and Diploma
level study.
I like NCEA because it means I could get credit for a Drama standard to do with lighting/technical roles without actually taking the whole subject.
Sorry for the novel. XD