NCEA Level 3 Physics
Subject Description
Students will study Mechanics, Electricity and Waves and is required to gain the specialist knowledge to enter into a university course for civil engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, software engineering, electronics, materials and chemical engineering and aviation. Level 3 Physics is also recommended for entry into medicine (to be a doctor) and related careers such as physiotherapy, optometry, pharmacy and dentistry), transport, architecture and technology.
Qualification: NCEA Level 3
Course Description: Physics
This course leads to: University courses
Vocational Pathways: Health Care worker, Horticulture/landscaping, sustainability (recycling etc.), farming, engineering
Special Costs: $25 for text book
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 7 credits.
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Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 23
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.