Approx Cost:
$5.00 voluntary contribution for course materials.
Technology Requirements:
A laptop is essential for this course
Entry Recommendations:

At least 10 credits from NCEA Level 2 English Achievement Standards.

Course Outline:

This course is based around texts which draw their inspiration from Science Fiction Literature. We will look at how over time Science Fiction has explored different concerns about our world and its future. We will create, view and read texts to examine these future visions. 

As a guide please click here to see the standards that were included in the 2024 course.  These can potentially change for 2025.

Please note that English is currently undergoing a national curriculum rewrite. This course is subject to change.

Assessment:

There are two internal and two external assessments in this course. Students are expected to sit both external (examination) Achievement Standards.

Where Does It Lead:

University – many courses require NCEA Level 3 English as a prerequisite (refer to Careers information). 

For further information see:
Ms Privilege