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5726

EARTHSCI 105G

: Natural Hazards in New Zealand
2020 Semester Two (1205)
New Zealanders are exposed to extreme natural events and processes including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding, landslides and erosion. The physical context for each hazard is provided, drawing on the disciplines of geology, geomorphology and climatology. The frequency and magnitude of natural hazards for New Zealand are considered using different sources. Impacts on modern society are discussed using case studies and scenario modelling.
Subject: Earth Sciences
Restriction: GEOG 105, 105G, GEOLOGY 110

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5727

EARTHSCI 105G

: Natural Hazards in New Zealand
2020 Semester One (1203)
New Zealanders are exposed to extreme natural events and processes including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding, landslides and erosion. The physical context for each hazard is provided, drawing on the disciplines of geology, geomorphology and climatology. The frequency and magnitude of natural hazards for New Zealand are considered using different sources. Impacts on modern society are discussed using case studies and scenario modelling.
Subject: Earth Sciences
Restriction: GEOG 105, 105G, GEOLOGY 110

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5728

EARTHSCI 205G

: New Zealand: Half a Billion Years on the Edge
2024 Semester Two (1245)
Take a 500 million year journey through time following the geologic and biologic development of New Zealand from humble beginnings on the edge of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana to the present day geologically dynamic land mass beset by volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and massive erosion as a consequence of being located on the edge of the Earth's largest tectonic plate.
Subject: Earth Sciences
Prerequisite: 75 points passed
5729

EARTHSCI 205G

: New Zealand: Half a Billion Years on the Edge
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Take a 500 million year journey through time following the geologic and biologic development of New Zealand from humble beginnings on the edge of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana to the present day geologically dynamic land mass beset by volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and massive erosion as a consequence of being located on the edge of the Earth's largest tectonic plate.
Subject: Earth Sciences
Prerequisite: 75 points passed
5730

EARTHSCI 220

: Practice in Earth Sciences 1
2020 Semester Two (1205)
A practical and field based course that introduces and develops theory and work flows to enable students to read, document and interpret landforms and landscapes in 4-D. Students will be required to participate in a residential field experience and undertake independent field work.
Subject: Earth Sciences
Prerequisite: 15 points from EARTHSCI 120, GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 201, 260

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5731

EARTHSCI 220

: Practice in Earth Sciences 1
2020 Semester One (1203)
A practical and field based course that introduces and develops theory and work flows to enable students to read, document and interpret landforms and landscapes in 4-D. Students will be required to participate in a residential field experience and undertake independent field work.
Subject: Earth Sciences
Prerequisite: 15 points from EARTHSCI 120, GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 201, 260

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5732

EARTHSCI 262

: Geomorphology
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Introduces fundamental concepts in geomorphology for geologists and physical geographers. Key aspects of geomorphology, sedimentology, and earth surface processes are introduced by studying the temporal and spatial development of coastal and river landforms. Applied techniques for earth and environmental sciences, including field, remote sensing, GIS mapping, and modelling.
Subject: Earth Sciences
Prerequisite: GEOG 101
Restriction: GEOG 262

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5733

EARTHSCI 309

: Special Topic
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Subject: Earth Sciences
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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5734

EARTHSCI 704

: Directed Study in Earth Sciences
2021 Summer School (1210)
Subject: Earth Sciences
Prerequisite: Head of School approval

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5735

EARTHSCI 720

: Geochemistry of our World
2023 Semester One (1233)
Provides a broad overview of applications of geochemistry across multiple disciplines. In addition, this course will help determine the suitability of different analytical techniques to different problems while providing practical experience in collecting and evaluating geochemical data. Subject areas are wide-reaching and include, geology, environmental science, biology, archaeology, and forensic sciences. No formal prerequisite but knowledge of introductory chemistry will be assumed.
Subject: Earth Sciences
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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5736

ECON 152

: Principles of Economics
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Analysis of issues that affect our daily lives, including pricing decisions by firms and their impact on our cost of living; game theory and strategic decision-making; tackling problems of pollution and global warming; and how governments use monetary and fiscal policies to stimulate economic growth and address unemployment and inequality.
Subject: Economics
Prerequisite: BUSINESS 115 or ECON 151
Restriction: ECON 101, 111, 191

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5737

ECON 351

: Financial Economics
2022 Semester One (1223)
A study of the modern literature on corporate finance, investments and derivative securities. An analysis of consumption and investment decisions in the presence of time and risk, asset pricing models and market efficiency. The term structure of interest rates and various issues in debt and equity financing. The use of derivative securities, e.g., forwards and/or options to manage exchange rate risk.
Subject: Economics
Prerequisite: ECON 201 and 15 points from ENGGEN 150, ENGSCI 111, MATHS 108, 130, 150, 153

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5738

EDCURRIC 322

: Special Study
2021 Summer School (1210)
Subject: Education Curriculum Studies
No pre-requisites or restrictions

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5739

EDCURSEC 691

: Teaching Subject Specialism
2023 Academic Year Term (1231)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to teach a specific secondary school subject. This includes adapting content knowledge for teaching and developing subject specific pedagogical skills. The course addresses questions such as: What do teachers need to know to teach this subject effectively? What resources and strategies maximise the motivation and learning of diverse learners in this subject?
Subject: Educ Curriculum Secondary Dipl
Restriction: EDCURSEC 601-690 To complete this course students must enrol in EDCURSEC 691 A and B, or EDCURSEC 691

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5740

EDCURSEC 691B

: Teaching Subject Specialism
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to teach a specific secondary school subject. This includes adapting content knowledge for teaching and developing subject specific pedagogical skills. The course addresses questions such as: What do teachers need to know to teach this subject effectively? What resources and strategies maximise the motivation and learning of diverse learners in this subject?
Subject: Educ Curriculum Secondary Dipl
Restriction: EDCURSEC 601-690 To complete this course students must enrol in EDCURSEC 691 A and B, or EDCURSEC 691
5741

EDCURSEC 691B

: Teaching Subject Specialism
2024 Semester Two (1245)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to teach a specific secondary school subject. This includes adapting content knowledge for teaching and developing subject specific pedagogical skills. The course addresses questions such as: What do teachers need to know to teach this subject effectively? What resources and strategies maximise the motivation and learning of diverse learners in this subject?
Subject: Educ Curriculum Secondary Dipl
Restriction: EDCURSEC 601-690 To complete this course students must enrol in EDCURSEC 691 A and B, or EDCURSEC 691
5742

EDCURSEC 691B

: Teaching Subject Specialism
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to teach a specific secondary school subject. This includes adapting content knowledge for teaching and developing subject specific pedagogical skills. The course addresses questions such as: What do teachers need to know to teach this subject effectively? What resources and strategies maximise the motivation and learning of diverse learners in this subject?
Subject: Educ Curriculum Secondary Dipl
Restriction: EDCURSEC 601-690 To complete this course students must enrol in EDCURSEC 691 A and B, or EDCURSEC 691
5743

EDCURSEC 691B

: Teaching Subject Specialism
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to teach a specific secondary school subject. This includes adapting content knowledge for teaching and developing subject specific pedagogical skills. The course addresses questions such as: What do teachers need to know to teach this subject effectively? What resources and strategies maximise the motivation and learning of diverse learners in this subject?
Subject: Educ Curriculum Secondary Dipl
Restriction: EDCURSEC 601-690 To complete this course students must enrol in EDCURSEC 691 A and B, or EDCURSEC 691
5744

EDCURSEC 691B

: Teaching Subject Specialism
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to teach a specific secondary school subject. This includes adapting content knowledge for teaching and developing subject specific pedagogical skills. The course addresses questions such as: What do teachers need to know to teach this subject effectively? What resources and strategies maximise the motivation and learning of diverse learners in this subject?
Subject: Educ Curriculum Secondary Dipl
Restriction: EDCURSEC 601-690 To complete this course students must enrol in EDCURSEC 691 A and B, or EDCURSEC 691
5745

EDCURSEC 691B

: Teaching Subject Specialism
2020 Semester Two (1205)
Develops the knowledge and skills required to teach a specific secondary school subject. This includes adapting content knowledge for teaching and developing subject specific pedagogical skills. The course addresses questions such as: What do teachers need to know to teach this subject effectively? What resources and strategies maximise the motivation and learning of diverse learners in this subject?
Subject: Educ Curriculum Secondary Dipl
Restriction: EDCURSEC 601-690 To complete this course students must enrol in EDCURSEC 691 A and B, or EDCURSEC 691
5746

EDPROFST 207B

: Interdisciplinary Approach: TESOL
2022 Semester One (1223)
An overview of second language learning and teaching that addresses the interdisciplinary nature of TESOL by developing knowledge, skills and attitudes associated with TESOL within different contexts. Addresses questions such as: What are the important principles, concepts and skills in an interdisciplinary approach to TESOL? Why is intercultural communicative language learning important? How are these concepts evident in practice?
Subject: Education Professional Studies
This course may not be taken concurrently with EDPROFST 306 A and B, or EDPROFST 306 To complete this course students must enrol in EDPROFST 207 A and B, or EDPROFST 207
5747

EDPROFST 207B

: Interdisciplinary Approach: TESOL
2021 Semester One (1213)
An overview of second language learning and teaching that addresses the interdisciplinary nature of TESOL by developing knowledge, skills and attitudes associated with TESOL within different contexts. Addresses questions such as: What are the important principles, concepts and skills in an interdisciplinary approach to TESOL? Why is intercultural communicative language learning important? How are these concepts evident in practice?
Subject: Education Professional Studies
This course may not be taken concurrently with EDPROFST 306 A and B, or EDPROFST 306 To complete this course students must enrol in EDPROFST 207 A and B, or EDPROFST 207
5748

EDPROFST 310

: Special Topic: Inquiry into Practice in NZ Schools A
2021 Semester One (1213)
Addresses key influences on the learning and development of an inquiring teacher and examines concepts central to learning and development of students such as self-efficacy and self-concept through the lens of an adaptive expert. Explores key aspects within the teacher’s role with an emphasis on critical reflection, relationship building, communication and collaboration. Introduces strategies central to the first teaching practicum.
Subject: Education Professional Studies
Prerequisite: Approval from the Course Director

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5749

EDUC 603

: Education after Society
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Critically examines the conceptions that inform education in Aotearoa New Zealand. The course provides critical frameworks for making sense of the complexity of educational issues and prepares students to see themselves as significant actors within education. The course will focus on specific themes and issues that will become the basis for professional inquiry.
Subject: Education
Restriction: EDPROFST 612 To complete this course students must enrol in EDUC 603 A and B, or EDUC 603

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5750

EDUC 603

: Education after Society
2022 Academic Year Term (1221)
Critically examines the conceptions that inform education in Aotearoa New Zealand. The course provides critical frameworks for making sense of the complexity of educational issues and prepares students to see themselves as significant actors within education. The course will focus on specific themes and issues that will become the basis for professional inquiry.
Subject: Education
Restriction: EDPROFST 612 To complete this course students must enrol in EDUC 603 A and B, or EDUC 603

Outline is not available yet