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Level 3 and Scholarship

 Enquiries: Mr B Strang
Prerequisites
12 credits at Level 2 including UE Literacy, or teacher discretion.
This course is assessed using: This course is:
  ● Achievement Standards   ● Internally assessed
           
    Unit Standards   ● Externally assessed
           
Course Information
Our course progresses smoothly from Level 2, covering Writing, Response to Text, Research and Oral Communication.

It is possible for students to be assessed at Level 2 in most topics if they wish to gain more Level 2 credits.

We will offer Shakespeare in one class if enough interested students can adjust their timetables to suit.

Some preparation for Scholarship can be undertaken in the Research topic, and additional tutorials will be offered after school and/or through video-conferencing.
Course Cost
$15 for write-on materials. We recommend that students purchase their own film DVDs and novels.
Standard
 Title Credits Int/Ext
AS 90720 Produce an extended piece of writing in a selected style 4 Internal
AS 90721 Respond critically to written text(s) studied 3 External
AS 90723 Respond critically to oral or visual text studied 3 External
AS 90724 Read and respond critically to unfamiliar prose and poetry texts 3 External
AS 90725 Construct and deliver an oral presentation 4 Internal
AS 90726 Complete independent research on a language or literature topic and present conclusions in writing 4 Internal
Maximum Credits Available 21  
 Students who wish to be entered for Scholarship English may be offered an extra external standard in the form of a Shakespeare paper.
Why this course?
The study of English develops literacy, language knowledge and thinking skills which are important in most jobs and have life-long benefits.  It is required or recommended for entry into many tertiary courses.

Any students considering not taking English are advised to check that they have gained the literacy requirements for University Entrance and have strong skills in reading and writing to assist them in any future courses they might wish to take at tertiary level, and in the workplace.