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NCEA Level 1 German

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Nicole Polke.


Herzlich willkommen (Warm welcome) to NCEA Level 1 German! In this course, we embark on an exciting journey to explore the German language and culture through the lens of our immediate environment, with a particular focus on teenage life and everyday contexts.

We will delve into various aspects of German language and culture, building a solid foundation in vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills. Learning languages is about connecting and communicating within and across cultures and communities. With this in mind, we will focus on exploring important places and people in our life, fostering meaningful connections and understanding between our own culture and the German-speaking world.

At the heart of our learning journey is the Learning Area’s whakatauākī:

Ko tōu reo, ko tōku reo, te tuakiri tangata. Tīhei uriuri, tīhei nakonako.

This powerful proverb encapsulates the essence of language as a reflection of identity. As we learn to express ourselves in German, we also celebrate the uniqueness of our own identity and heritage. May our language flourish, and may the knowledge we gain pave the way for future generations to thrive.

Recommended Prior Learning

You should have completed Year 9 and/or Year 10 German and have an interest in the course, OR the approval of the Head of Department of Languages.

Course Costs

This Course Contribution covers the cost of an Education Perfect Subscription.

Description Type Value
Course Contribution Contribution $25.00
Trip to a German Restaurant Contribution $20.00
$45.00

Pathway

Germany’s economic growth, innovation, and career opportunities are just some of the endless reasons to learn German. Whatever plans you may have for the future, knowledge of German will increase your options, in particular in the fields of Tourism and Hospitality & Science and Research.
Germany awards a generous number of scholarships and other support to study in Germany.

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 10
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91968 v3
NZQA Info

German 1.1 - Interact in spoken German to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91969 v3
NZQA Info

German 1.2 - Communicate in German for a chosen purpose


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91970 v3
NZQA Info

German 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of written German related to everyday contexts


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91971 v3
NZQA Info

German 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of spoken German related to everyday contexts


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2025 school year.