Year 13 AgriculturePREREQUISITES:
12 credits Level 2 Agriculture or similar in Level 2 sciences COURSE CONTENTFour NZQA assessment standards and a selection of relevant unit standards will be chosen from Agribusiness Training, at level 3 including both theory and practical components: Quad Bike, Motorcycle and Small engines courses (total of 15 level three credits for Agribusiness courses)
ASSESSMENT:
TOTAL Level 3 credits available: 35
UE LITERACY
10 credits (5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing) are required to meet the University Entrance literacy requirements. This course provides the following standards in UE Reading & Writing: READING: 91530 WRITING: 91530 FUTURE STUDIES / CAREER OPTIONS:
The Primary Industries in New Zealand is a growing, broad and exciting career option. It is one of the most important industries in our nation - linking business, commerce and our economy, science, the environment, our social, geographical and historical identity together. This is why there are so many options for those following a path into Agriculture and Horticultural Science. It is an innovative and growing field, with real and exciting opportunities and is hugely supported from numerous well resourced Universities and Businesses in New Zealand. Careers could include: Vet, Stock Agent, Genetic and Animal Scientist, Environmental Planner, Rural Banker, Farm Manager, Wine Maker, Soil Scientist, Marketer, Ecologist, Resource Manager, Orchardist and Rural Advisor |