Subject descriptions
Art (Visual) and Art History Art plays an integral role in any culture as artworks shape and reflect our heritage and traditions. Generating art is a form of personal, social, and cultural expression that enables students to reflect their views of the world. It is a means by which students have opportunities for imaginative and innovative thought. In any Art course, students have the opportunities to express themselves through making and presenting artworks. Understanding the conventions of the art form is a core step in enabling students to produce their own work. Students will also respond to, and interpret, others’ artwork and learn about diverse art forms both within and beyond New Zealand. The study of Art and its history is a valuable means to gaining a deeper understanding of history, society and culture. By looking at the art of the past, we gain insight into how people viewed themselves and their world. Biology An understanding of basic Biology concepts has never been as important as it is now. Current events highlight the importance of being able to make informed decisions about our health and lifestyle, and the impacts we all have on the planet. The subject of Biology at Christ’s College is designed to be both relevant and fun. In junior years, it covers such topics as Conservation, Biotechnology and Nutrition. The course aims to spark an appreciation and interest in the wonders of life, building the foundations for further study or general knowledge.
The senior Biology courses delve further into specialisation, including ecological systems, genetics and human evolution, and life processes. Students are exposed to the vastness and interconnected nature of Biology. Biology is the essence of how life exists and develops. Whether taking Biology for career aspirations (such as medicine or agriculture) or a desire to understand the complexity and intricacy of living organisms, all boys can develop a greater understanding of their rapidly changing world and discuss the very “meaning of life”. Chemistry Chemistry is one of the most essential sciences in our world. Learning Chemistry means learning about the properties of substances and how these substances can change. It is learning about the fundamental building blocks of the world, and how these fit together to create life as we know it. It is learning about why our bridges fall apart when we do not protect them, how we can improve the lifespan of our food supplies and how we can create life-saving medications and the clothes on our back. Knowledge in Chemistry means understanding the changes to our global climate, the engineering behind revolutionary alloys, how rockets are propelled into the atmosphere, and how soaps clean and disinfect our skin from harmful microorganisms. Chemistry is not just one of the most interesting and exciting subjects, it is essential to success in careers as diverse as medicine, forensics, engineering, environmental science, farming, pharmaceuticals, biochemistry, food science, technology, scientific research, law, and dentistry.
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