Level 2 English
ENG2 Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: A. Wright.
Entry GuidelinesThe best preparation for this course is English Level 1. 14 Level 1 English credits, of which a minimum of 4 are achieved externally, is a good indication that this course is suitable for a student.
Our NCEA Level 2 English course develops skills in crafted writing and close reading and viewing, with a particular focus on critical analysis. Successful completion of this course will contribute to University Entrance Literacy requirements. The Writing Portfolio achievement standard provides the required UE Literacy writing credits. 10 credits are offered internally and 8 credits externally.
Students may also opt into the English Scholarship programme, which involves additional tutorials throughout the year and a separate exam, that will most likely take place at the end of Year 13.
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Pathway
ENG2 is recommended for students with a university pathway. ENG2 is the best opportunity to get University Entrance Literacy credits.
Career PathwaysActuary, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Archivist, Librarian, Library Assistant, Elected Government Representative, Policy Analyst, Advertising Specialist, Recruitment Consultant, Marketing Specialist, Interpreter, Early Childhood Teacher, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Primary School Teacher, Kaiwhakaako Māori, Translator, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher Aide, Film and Video Editor, Communications Professional, Radio Presenter, Television Presenter, Actor, Copywriter, Author, Journalist, Technical Writer, Editor, Legal Executive
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