Agriculture Environmental and related Studies

Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies is the study of the theory and practice of breeding, growing, gathering, reproducing and caring for plants and animals. It includes the study of the interaction between people and the environment and the application of scientific principles to the environment to protect it from deterioration.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the management of farms, gardens, nurseries, turf playing surfaces, forests, fisheries, zoological gardens, wildlife and national parks and the production of primary agricultural products.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 05 Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies includes:

• crop production
• animal production and management
• environmental impact and assessment
• forest resource management
• soil and water conservation
• aquatic resource management

Architecture and Building

Architecture and Building is the study of the art, science and techniques involved in designing, constructing, adapting and maintaining public, commercial, industrial and residential structures and landscapes. It also involves the study of the art and science of designing and adapting the surrounds of buildings and other external environments.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to provide an understanding of integrating structural and aesthetic elements in buildings, and construction methods, techniques and materials.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 04 Architecture and Building includes:

• aesthetics and space dynamics
• building economics
• building science
• building techniques and technologies
• construction management
• design and drawing

Creative Arts

Creative Arts is the study of creating and performing works of art, music, dance and drama. It includes the study of clothing design and creation, and the communication of messages in a variety of media.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of composition, performance, artistic production, choreography, design and creativity and technical production.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 10 Creative Arts includes:

• artistic and technical aspects of audio-visual communication
• artistic and technical aspects of the creation and production of art and craft, photographs and fashion apparel
• artistic and technical aspects of the creation, production and performance of music, dance and drama
• history, development and theory of the visual and performing arts

Education

Education is the study of the learning process and the theories, methods and techniques of imparting knowledge and skills to others.

The main purpose of this broad field is to develop an understanding of the processes and methods of teaching and learning in preschools, schools, tertiary educational institutions and other settings.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 07 Education includes:

• curriculum development
• processes of learning and skill acquisition
• teaching methods

Engineering and Related Technologies

Engineering and Related Technologies is the study of the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance and functioning of machines, systems and structures; and the composition and processing of metals, ceramics, foodstuffs and other materials. It includes the measurement and mapping of the earth's surface and its natural and constructed features.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the conversion of materials and energy, and the measurement and representation of objects.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 03 Engineering and Related Technologies includes:

• aeronautics
• engineering and manufacturing technology
• food technology
• land information technology and remote sensing
• materials science
• principles of design, drafting, planning and commissioning

Food Hospitality and Personal Services

Food, Hospitality and Personal Services is the study of preparing, displaying and serving food and beverages, providing hospitality services, caring for the hair and body for grooming and beautification, and other personal services.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the preparation of food and beverages, and the provision of hospitality services including housekeeping, cleaning and food and beverage service. It also involves developing a knowledge of beautification and beauty treatments.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 11 Food, Hospitality and Personal Services includes:

• application and use of skin care and cosmetic products
• general beauty care
• hair cutting, styling, colouring and treatment techniques
• housekeeping
• hygienic work practices in relation to the food and hospitality industry
• preparation, display and service of food and beverages

Health

Health is the study of maintaining and restoring the physical and mental well-being of humans and animals.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the principles and practices of identifying, treating, controlling and preventing injury and diseases. It is also concerned with the principles and practices of providing preventative, curative, rehabilitative and palliative care.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 06 Health includes:

• medicine
• nursing
• public health
• rehabilitation therapies
• veterinary studies

Information Technology

Information Technology is the study of the processing, transmitting and storage of information by computers.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of and ability to create information systems, programming languages, information management and artificial intelligence.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 02 Information Technology includes:

• computation theory
• computer programming
• data format and coding
• management, storage and retrieval of information in a computer environment
• robotics programming and artificial intelligence
• systems analysis

Management and Commerce

Management and Commerce is the study of the theory and practice of planning, directing, organising, motivating and co-ordinating the human and material resources of private and public organisations and institutions. It includes the merchandising and provision of goods and services and personal development.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the theory and practice of decision making and policy formation, organisational development, planning, financial management and the marketing and selling of goods and services.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 08 Management and Commerce includes:
• management and administration
• human and material resources management
• sales and marketing
• finance and financial management
• human behaviour and time management

Mixed Field Programmes

Mixed Field Programmes are programmes providing multi-field education.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop a basic understanding of reading, writing and arithmetic along with an elementary understanding of other subjects such as history, geography, natural science, social science, art and music. It also gives an understanding of key competencies and skills that are needed for job search activities and personal survival skills (independent living skills).

The content of Broad Field 12 Mixed Field Programmes includes:

• mixed field social and employment courses
• school educational programmes

Natural and Physical Sciences

Natural and Physical Sciences is the systematic study, through experiment, observation and deduction, of phenomena of the material and physical world. Natural Sciences are the earth sciences and the life sciences which study the earth and all living organisms; Physical Sciences comprise mathematics, physics and chemistry.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of the workings of the universe, and to extend the body of scientific knowledge.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 01 Natural and Physical Sciences includes:

• atmospheric sciences
• biological processes
• chemical reactions
• geological composition and structures
• laboratory methodology
• mathematical and statistical techniques
• observation and measurement
• scientific method
• subatomic particles and quantum mechanics
• thermodynamics and entropy

Society and Culture

Society and Culture is the study of the physical, social and cultural organisation of human society.

The main purpose of this broad field of education is to develop an understanding of human behaviour and interaction, beliefs and values, cultural expression, and social structure and organisation.

The theoretical content of Broad Field 09 Society and Culture includes:

• belief and value systems
• cultural expression
• human development and behaviour
• human populations and their environments
• politics of power
• social organisation and structure
• social research methodology