Science is a multidisciplinary subject, which helps students to become critical thinkers. We encourage our students to use evidence to evaluate the use of science by society with a focus on the application of science in daily life. Furthermore, learners are exposed to a vast array of systematic and carefully controlled experiments that are linked to the theoretical understanding of a specific topic.
Science is divided into two main areas, namely lower school and upper school:
Lower School Science (Year 7-10) includes the following disciplines:
• Earth and Space Science
• Physical Science
• Chemical Science
• Biological Science
Senior School Science (Year 11-12) includes the following areas:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Integrated Science
- Human Biology (Including General Human Biology)
- Physics
The subject areas are catered for each student’s future career pathway such as University, TAFE, VET, etc. This is taught under the three strands of Science below:
- Science Understanding (SU): Which focuses on concepts and terminologies associated with a particular topic.
- Science Inquiry Skills (SIS): Which emphasises on skills essential for working in a scientific laboratory.
- Science as a Human Endeavour (SHE): Which encompasses the use of Science in the application of technology and innovation.
For more information visit the Australian Curriculum website
