Courses
Music (MUS) – NCEA Level 1
Minimum Entry Standard:
- Instrumental Music Tuition for at least 2 years (or equivalent).
- A satisfactory level of achievement in Year 10 Music. (If the student has not studied music at Year 10, course entry will be at the discretion of the HOD Music).
The aim of the senior music course is to help students to explore the potential of sounds and technologies to create, interpret and represent music ideas. They will develop literacies in Music, learn to communicate musically and to effectively perform in a variety of situations. Students will develop confidence and explore their own musical identity. The Year 11 course offers 7 standards which has a total of 34 available credits from both Achievement Standards and Unit Standards. A 24 credit course is to be selected by each student to make a full year of study. It is expected that all students do the external 1.5 examination so that they have the requirements needed for subject endorsement.
Course Content: Refer to the Senior Curriculum Handbook to view the Achievement Standards offered in this course.
Progression on to NCEA Level 2: To study Music at Level 2 it will be necessary to have achieved 18 credits in Level 1 Music or gain entry at the discretion of the HOD Music.
FAQ:
1. Can I take Level 1 Music if I didn’t take Music in Year 10?
Yes, you can pick up Music at Level 1 as long as you have had instrumental tuition for at least one Year either through school or outside lessons.
2.How much writing is required for Level 1 Music?
There is some writing required for 1.6 (Demonstrate knowledge of Music works) but the majority of the course is based around practical components (performance and composition).
3.Are the Music Technology Standards compulsory?
No, the Music Technology standards are extra standards that can be undertaken after the core Music standards have been completed.
4.The Music Technolgy standards are Unit Standards. Does this mean I can only get Achieved credits?
The Music Technology standards are Unit Standards that have been written by NZQA. Because of this you can achieve them at Merit and Excellence Level.
Music (MUS) - NCEA Level 2
Minimum Entry Standard: 18 credits in Level 1 Music or entry at the discretion of the HOD Music.
The aim of the senior music course is to help students to explore the potential of sounds and technologies to create, interpret and represent music ideas. They will develop literacies in Music, learn to communicate musically and to effectively perform in a variety of situations. Students will develop confidence and explore their own musical identity. The Year 12 course offers 9 standards which has a total of 42 available credits from both Achievement Standards and Unit Standards. A 24 credit course is to be selected by each student to make a full course of study. It is expected that all students do either the external 2.6 or 2.7 examination so that they have the requirements needed for subject endorsement (they may choose to do both).
Course Content: Refer to the Senior Curriculum Handbook to view the Achievement Standards offered in this course.
Progression on to NCEA Level 3:
Music Technology: Credits in Music Technology Unit Standards may be offered to interested students. This will involve work in the recording studio and in live recording situations. These credits may be done in addition to the NCEA course work, or a student may substitute these for existing NCEA credits, on the advice of the HOD.
Progression to NCEA Level 3: To study Music at Level 3 it will be necessary to have achieved 18 credits in Level 2. Entry may also be achieved in consultation with the HOD Music.
FAQ:
1. Are any of the standards compulsory?
No, none of the standards are compulsory at Level 2. There is flexibility in the course for you to choose a programme that best suits your interests and abilities.
2.How much writing is required for Level 2 Music?
There is writing required for 2.9 (Aspect of NZ Music) and 2.7 (Understanding Two Music Works). Some writing is also required for Music Technology standards US27657 and US 27703
3.The Music Technolgy standards are Unit Standards. Does this mean I can only get Achieved credits?
The Music Technology standards are Unit Standards that have been written by NZQA. Because of this you can achieve them at Merit and Excellence Level.
4.Do I need to learn a second instrument?
It is not compulsory to learn a second instrument, but if you are already learning more than one then you have the opportunity to gain the standard 2.2 (Perform on a Second Instrument)
Music (MUS) - NCEA Level 3
Minimum Entry Standard: 18 credits in Level 2 Music or entry at the HOD’s discretion. Students reaching the required standard on their performance instrument may enrol for credits in this Level 3 course. For all students there is flexibility within the course for students to work within their strengths, be that Performance, Composition, Music Studies (Music Works) or Music Technology.
The aim of the senior Music course is to help students to explore the potential of sounds and technologies to create, interpret and represent music ideas. They will develop literacies in Music, learn to communicate musically and to effectively perform in a variety of situations. Students will develop confidence and explore their own musical identity. The Year 13 course offers 10 standards with a total of 56 available credits from both Achievement Standards and Unit Standards. A 24 credit course is to be selected by each student to make a full year of study. It is expected that students choose a course that consists of at least 14 credits that can be used towards gaining University Entrance. To gain a course endorsement at least one of the Achievement Standards needs to be Externally assessed.
Course Content: Refer to the Senior Curriculum Handbook to view the Achievement Standards offered in this course.
Music Technology
Credits in Music Technology Unit Standards may be offered to interested students. This will involve work in the recording studio and in live recording situations. These credits may be done in addition to the NCEA course work, or a student may substitute these for existing NCEA credits, on the advice of the HOD.
FAQ:
1. Are any of the standards compulsory?
No, none of the standards are compulsory in Level 3. There is flexibility in the course for you to choose a programme that best suits your interests and abilities.
2. How much writing is required for Level 3 Music?
There is writing required for 3.7 (Analyse a Substantial Music Work) and 3.8 (Examine the Context of Music Work) and 3.10 (Research a Music Topic).
3. Do the Music Technology Standards count towards University Entrance?
Unfortunately, no. They do count towards NCEA Level 3 but are not included in the approved standards that can be used for University Entrance.
4. Can I do scholarship in Year 13?
Scholarship Music can be done in Performance, Composition or Musicology. Ask Mr McMillan-Perry if you would like to discuss this further.