'Explore a World of Knowledge'

Grade 8 and 9

Learners follow a prescribed curriculum in Grade 8 and Grade 9. This comprises the following learning areas:

  • Mathematics
  • Languages – English, Afrikaans or IsiZulu.
  • Natural Sciences
  • Social Sciences
  • Economic & Management Science
  • Life Orientation
  • Arts & Culture
  • Technology

Grade 10 to Grade 12

Learners who have successfully completed the General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) have the choice of continuing with the academic Further Education Training (FET) phase.

The subject choices offered at Dowerglen High School from Grade 10 to Grade 12 are as follows:

4 compulsory subjects:

  • English Home Language
  • Afrikaans First Additional Language
  • Life Orientation
  • Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy

4 subjects from:

  • Accounting
  • Business studies
  • Consumer Studies
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • History
  • Computer Applications Technology
  • Life Sciences
  • Physical Sciences
  • Visual Arts

Learners are advised to pick a stream relevant to their strengths and interest. Subject choice forms are available at the office.