Subjects taught at New Zealand schools

The following is a general list of subjects taught in New Zealand schools. Not all schools offer all the subjects listed and others may offer additional disciplines. Some subjects are optional.

Primary school subjects

 

• mathematics
• art
• science
• health and physical education
• English language
• social sciences 
• technology

Secondary school subjects

 

• accounting
• agriculture and horticulture
• art
• biology
• business studies
• chemistry
• classical studies
• computer studies
• design technology
• drama
• economics
• English
• French
• geography
• German
• graphics and design
• health
• history
• home economics
• human biology
• Japanese
• legal studies
• Māori language (Te Reo Māori)
• mathematics
• media studies
• music
• photography
• physical education
• physics
• science
• social studies
• Spanish
• textiles, clothing and design
• typing/text and information management