Advice for Students Entering Year 12

Year 12 Course Requirements

Students will choose six subjects in Year 12. An English course is compulsory. A Mathematics and Science course are recommended.  

To review the subjects available in Year 12 students should read the Howick College Pathway Map:

https://howick.schoolpoint.co.nz/site/howick-college-pathway-map

Students should be aware that entry into many subjects in Year 13 is conditional on pre-requisites which are based on achievement in Year 12. Students should look ahead to ensure the subjects they are choosing in Year 12 provide a pathway to their chosen courses in Year 13 and beyond.

Students should look ahead to the requirements of their chosen university or other tertiary education provider when selecting their Year 12 course, so they are aware of any specific entry requirements.  Particularly those students planning to graduate at the end of Year 12 should ensure they know the entry requirements of any course or apprenticeship they intend to follow.

Those students who are considering university after leaving Howick should also familiarise themselves with the NCEA achievement required to gain University Entrance.  Students will need to identify at least four university approved subjects they will study in Year 13 and choose these same subjects in Year 12.  Read more about University Entrance here:  https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/

Key Points to Note:

• Courses will only be provided if there are sufficient student enrolments. If necessary related courses will be amalgamated to form a viable class 
• Howick College will endeavor to accommodate student subject choices. It will develop a timetable structure that best meets the requirements of the greatest possible number of students.
• Multi-level study is an essential component of the college curriculum. Students may study at any of the different levels, however, any students wishing to study at a higher level must have the approval of the appropriate Head of Department.
• Students must meet all course prerequisites or have Head of Department approval.
• Some subjects require students to pay material contributions; these vary from subject to subject. 
• Some subjects have field trips as part of their course and students must be prepared to participate and pay the appropriate trip contributions.
• All subject material contributions must be paid/organised with Accounts at the beginning of the school year. 

NCEA Level 2 Certificate Requirements

• 60 credits are required.
• The 60 credits can be gained in one year or over two or more years.
• Credits may be gained from Achievement Standard or Unit Standard courses.
• Students must have gained the literacy and numeracy co-requisites (from 2024).