1MUSC1MA

Mathamusician 1 - Maths and Music

Courses Description

Head of Pathway: Ms M. Yelkur.

Calling all aspiring Musi-mathematicians! Are you ready to embark on a thrilling and harmonious adventure that combines the enchantment of music and the magic of mathematics? Welcome to our captivating module, where you'll explore diverse musical styles and unleash your creativity through music skills. Develop and apply music skills, skillfully combining them to create stylistic effects that resonate with your artistic vision. 

Prepare to shine as you perform two items as a soloist, choosing your own music pieces and style, be it singing or playing an instrument. But that's not all – we'll also dive into real-life problems from Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific, using mathematical methods tailored to each challenge. Gain mastery in problem-solving as you communicate precise mathematical information, seamlessly intertwining maths with the context of each problem. Apply logical, connected sequences of methods, enhancing your analytical thinking and exploring solutions to complex issues. 

Unveil your musical prowess and embrace the power of mathematics in "Mathamusician" – a symphony of possibilities awaits as you harmonise your passions for music and mathematics!

Pathway

Math and science at senior levels
Chemistry
Math Calculus/Statistics
Health Science pathway

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91945 v3
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 - Use mathematical methods to explore problems that relate to life in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91948 v3
NZQA Info
Music 1.1 - Use music skills in a music style
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 10
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 5

Disclaimer

The standards offered are correct at the time of writing. These are subject to change depending on student selections.

We endeavour to run all courses but are subject to minimise class sizes. Maximum class sizes apply. Once a course is full alternative selections are needed.

Course context or content may change by the start of the year.

Once a student makes their selections and confirms these, any changes must be accompanied by a letter of support from Whanau and are subject to available spaces in courses. 

All Junior Bilingual students must select the literacy and numeracy modules in the language of their pathway each trimester and one other integrated language module  (3 out of 4 of their modules must be bilingual).

All senior Bilingual students must take all modules available in the language of their pathway.