Agricultural & Horticultural Science 3
AGH3 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ivan Davie.
PrerequisitesPassing one agricultural and horticultural science external at level 2 if currently enrolled in AGH2.
Or, passing one science external from level 2 if not currently enrolled in AGH2.
Or, permission from TIC
Level 3 achievement standards that provide entry into New Zealand Agricultural and Horticultural Industries.
10 internal credits (2 internals) and 9 external credits (2 externals).
This is a University Entrance (UE) approved subject. Three University Entrance Literacy standards - 15 credits that count for BOTH reading and writing
Tauranga Boys' College Kiwifruit Block.
All-day industry trips.
Massey University Visit (two nights).
Photo: Massey University visit.
Course topics covered include:
- Research investigation of product attributes.
- Primary production profitability.
- Market requirements of a primary product.
- Environment and sustainable production.
19 credits made up of 2 internals (10 credits) and 2 externals (9 credits) with excellence endorsement.
If you have further questions about the subject, please email Mr Davie. [email protected]
Photo: Massey University visit
Course Overview
Term 1
3.2 Profitability (EU reading and writing credits) - 6 Credits
Term 2
3.1 Investigation (4 credits) & 3.4 Market requirements (4 credits).
Term 3
3.5 Environmental Issue (5 credits)
Career Pathways
Nursery Grower/Worker, Packhouse Worker, Quarantine Officer, Marketing Specialist, Farm Assistant, Data Analyst, Science Technician, Communications Professional, Dairy Farmer, Crop Worker, Crop Farmer/Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Environmental Scientist, Beekeeper, Arborist, Food Technologist, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Landscaper, Gardener, Farmer/Farm Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative, Groundsperson, Health and Safety Adviser, Biosecurity Officer