3SCIESS

Level 3 Science - Earth and Space Science

Course Description

Teacher in Charge:

This course explores in-depth the consequences on our Oceans of the rising levels of CO2  in the atmosphere largely as a result of burning fossil fuels. About one-quarter of all CO2 emissions are absorbed by the earth’s oceans. Over the last decade, scientists have discovered that this excess CO2 is changing the chemistry of the sea and proving harmful to many forms of marine life. We investigate this issue with research and experimentation. An additional assessment is included that focuses on Space exploration, searching for life on the Moons of Saturn and Jupiter.

Recommended Prior Learning

10 Credits in one of Level 2 Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics

UE Literacy.


Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 12 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91410 v2
NZQA Info
Earth and Space Science 3.1 - Carry out an independent practical Earth and Space Science investigation
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 10

A.S. 91411 v2
NZQA Info
Earth and Space Science 3.2 - Investigate a socio-scientific issue in an Earth and Space Science context
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 11

A.S. 91415 v2
NZQA Info
Earth and Space Science 3.6 - Investigate an aspect of astronomy
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 12
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 12
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer


The courses we offer are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.