Grade 12 Courses

20th Century World History 12 introduces the student to the history of the twentieth century, beginning with the treaties that ended World War I, and ending with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. While studying these events, students ...
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Accounting 12 examines what it takes to be in a management accounting position and explores: payroll, inventory, specialized journals & ledgers, internal controls, investments, and the Cash Flow Statement, all used in managerial accounting. Practical application of the skills learned ...
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The focus of PHE 12 is to allow students to explore physical activities of their choice. Students will have the opportunity to investigate recreation opportunities in their community. They will look at why it is important to look after oneself ...
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Anatomy and Physiology 12 is a course which studies cell structure, function and processes as well as the human body. It focuses on big ideas related to homeostasis, DNA and cells, and organization of organ systems. There are 6 main ...
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BC First Peoples 12 looks at how the identities, worldviews, and language of BC First Peoples are renewed, sustained, and transformed through their connection to the land. Students will investigate how the impact of contact and colonialism continues to affect ...
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Calculus 12 will give students a basic understanding of calculus which will help those who wish to go into post-secondary math, science, engineering, business or computer science programs. The course focuses on four big ideas. The concept of a limit ...
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Career Life Connections 12 is a 4 credit online self-paced course required for graduation. It is intended to prepare grade 12 students for a successful transition to career and life beyond high school. The 6 main areas of study include: ...
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Chemistry 12 explores chemical reactions: why and how they happen, and chemical systems in equilibrium. This course builds on students’ knowledge of core chemistry concepts and focuses on big ideas related to reaction rates, dynamic equilibrium, saturated solutions, acid and ...
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This four credit course provides invaluable information on topics surrounding pregnancy and child birth. It will also provide details on child development from birth to age 12, as well as how to care for babies and children in each stage ...
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This course will be available January 2021 Note:  This course does NOT satisfy the Language Arts 12 graduation requirement. Creative Writing 12 provides an opportunity for students to create texts and take these through editing processes that will have them ...
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There are no pre-requisites for Economics 12, but it is recommended that you are a grade 11, 12 or adult student so you have been exposed to some of the language previously. In Economics 12, you will analyze the effects ...
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English First Peoples 12 builds upon and extends students’ previous learning experiences in ELA and EFP 10 and 11 courses. The course is grounded in the First Peoples Principles of Learning. It is designed for all students, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, ...
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The English Studies 12 course is one of the two options for graduation requirements. It offers the opportunity for personal development in the context of making connections. Students will consider diverse perspectives and practice the respectful exchange of ideas in ...
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In Entrepreneurship 12, you will set up a business plan to present to potential investors. From the legal requirements, to strategy in the market and of course the financing of such a venture, you will walk away with the understanding ...
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Food Studies 12 focuses on planning and preparing nutritious foods, by accessing an online cooking school resource. Students learn how to make fantastic food, while understanding and demonstrating specific skills related to the lessons. Students also increase their knowledge of ...
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Foundations of Math 12 centers around the big ideas of probabilistic thinking, data modelling, financial decisions, and geometric explorations. The course instruction is offered through StudyForge lesson videos, note packages, and practice questions. The topics include geometry, graphical representations, regression ...
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This course is for students who have knowledge of French such as students who have attended French Immersion (from kindergarten to grade 11), Intensive French (grades 6 to 11) or who are Francophone. Prerequisite courses are any of the BC ...
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Français 12 is a continuation of learning you have done in French 11. Students will be exploring communication, acquiring information, experience creative works and understanding cultural influences. The activities and exercises cover oral, writing expression and comprehension ...
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Combine your passion with your talent to earn up to four-course credits in Independent Directed Studies! There are two scenarios for an IDS course. Firstly, students are often already involved with clubs and lessons in their locale. This option allows ...
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In Guitar 12, students will learn the more intricate workings of music, such as how to develop themselves as artists after high school. Guitar 12 students will learn more about music theory and reading/writing sheet music as they dive deeply ...
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Piano 12 offers students a higher look at music and the piano. Advanced scales, chords and rhythms are discussed as well as their role in music and what musical genres make use of this theory. Advanced songs and techniques are ...
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Law Studies 12 introduces the student to the legal rights and responsibilities, which allow citizens to participate more fully in society. Laws maintain the status quo, but they are also a force for change. Students will examine how laws have ...
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Note:  This course does NOT satisfy the Language Arts 12 graduation requirement. Literary Studies 12 allows students to delve more deeply into literature through increasingly complex texts. Students can explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through ...
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This language course is intended for students who have a prerequisite of Mandarin 11 or equivalent. The course will explore communication, acquiring information, experiencing creative works, and understanding cultural influences. It will also build upon previously acquired knowledge and skills ...
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Do you love to create characters, in 2D or 3D? In this course, students will refine and expand their illustration skills specifically, human anatomy, and gestures. Character rigging, the way a character moves, is the primary focus of this course ...
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Philosophy 12 is an academic course that prepares students for academic post-secondary studies. Students will complete five units on various topics.  Students will engage in philosophical discussion in forums via key word posts, complete unit learning guides and unit inquiry ...
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In this course, students will refine their photography skills through creative risk-taking. Students will improve their ability to reflect and connect their photos in different contexts. Students have the flexibility of using a variety of camera types, from DSLRs to ...
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Physical Geography 12 is a comprehensive course, which examines the world around us from both a regional and global perspective using the five themes of geography, namely location, place, human/environmental interaction, movement and regions. Learners will investigate physical geography topics ...
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Physics 12 explores the world of motion and fields. It is designed to build on the knowledge the student gained in physics 11. The course focuses on four big ideas. Measurements of motion depends on our frame of reference. Forces ...
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Pre-Calculus 12 centers around the big ideas of inverses, functions, and transformations. The course instruction is offered through StudyForge lesson videos, note packages, and practice questions. The topics include trigonometry, rational and exponential functions, logarithms, polynomials, transformations, and geometric sequences ...
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This course cannot be used toward Adult Graduation Credits Psychology 12 can be taken on its own or as a continuation of Psychology 11. It surveys the topics on history of psychological thought, research in psychology, developmental psychology, psychological disorders, ...
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Social Justice 12 is a current events course. While we use historical contexts to teach concepts, and show social changes over time, learners will focus on current events in projects and in a learning community on-line. The issues we explore ...
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Specialized Science 12 - Astronomy explores the universe. It covers topics you hear about in the news, including our solar system and exoplanets, the Sun and neutrinos, stars and stellar evolution, black holes and gravity waves, galaxies and dark matter, ...
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