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GIS Year 10 Elective Choices

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<strong>Year</strong> <strong>10</strong> <strong>Elective</strong>s<br />

Mandarin Intermediate (HSK2)<br />

Interact, Communicate, Converse<br />

The HSK test is China's official test of Chinese Language<br />

Proficiency for non-native speakers, serving as the<br />

global standard from beginner to advanced levels. HSK<br />

(Level II) evaluates test takers' proficiency in everyday<br />

Mandarin Chinese. It corresponds to Level II of the<br />

Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of<br />

Other Languages and the A2 Level of the Common<br />

European Framework of Reference (CEF). Those who<br />

pass HSK (Level II) demonstrate a strong command of<br />

basic Chinese, enabling them to engage in simple and<br />

routine communication tasks, exchanging information<br />

on familiar and routine topics.<br />

Take this if:<br />

You would like to develop your grasp of Chinese language to<br />

a higher level.<br />

You enjoy taking on new challenges.<br />

Only for students with a minimum of 2 years prior experience<br />

studying Mandarin.<br />

Massive Open Online Course (MOOC)<br />

Explore, Develop, Focus<br />

A super-curricular focus on completing a MOOC (Massive<br />

Open Online Course) of your choice can directly link to<br />

your higher education options. You have a wide range of<br />

courses to choose from, some of which can even lead to<br />

certification by prestigious universities worldwide.<br />

Take this if:<br />

You want flexibility and independence in your learning.<br />

You would like access to a wide range of learning<br />

opportunities not traditionally available in the curriculum.<br />

You wish to enhance your skills and begin working towards<br />

specific career opportunities.<br />

Performance & Music Appreciation<br />

Explore, Discover, Perform<br />

If you want to enhance your performance skills and<br />

broaden your musical awareness with other like-minded<br />

musicians then this is the elective for you.<br />

We will push the boundaries of what you thought you were<br />

capable of in music and learn about how ‘The Greats’<br />

reinvented the game in their own times. This course will<br />

delve into a broad range of styles and cultures, tailored to<br />

the strengths and interests of those who sign up.<br />

Take this if:<br />

You love discovering and studying new music.<br />

You want to push your solo/ensemble performance and theory<br />

skills to another level.<br />

You are grade 4 standard or above in your instrument.<br />

You can read traditional music notation.<br />

This elective is not a substitute for IGCSE or A Level music, but does<br />

compliment these courses if you are taking them.<br />

Photography<br />

Create, Visualise, Capture<br />

Unleash your inner photographer with the captivating<br />

Photography elective! Embark on a creative journey as you<br />

explore a diverse range of techniques and processes,<br />

capturing breathtaking moments through your lens.<br />

Develop your skills in composition and lighting, and unlock<br />

your artistic vision in this immersive photography<br />

experience.<br />

Take this if:<br />

You want to understand how to take better photos.<br />

You would like to explore a range of creative techniques and<br />

processes to take your photography skills to a new level.<br />

You want to 'wow' people with your images.

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