Science curriculum areas cover the traditional aspects of the subject as well as providing students with analytical and investigative skills.
Science provides an empirical way of answering interesting and important questions about the biological, physical and technological world.
The Australian Curriculum provides opportunities for students to gain an understanding of science as a way of thinking and working and applying this knowledge in making responsible and informed decisions about real world issues.
The Australian Curriculum: Science has three interrelated strands: Science Understanding, Science as a Human Endeavour and Science Inquiry Skills. Together the three strands will ensure students are challenged to explore science through clearly defined inquiry processes and a wide range of learning activities designed to develop a life-long appreciation of Science.
Enrichment Science is offered as an elective subject in years 8-10. Students with a keen interest in science have the opportunity to explore further content and complete a comprehensive practical course.
The Senior Science Subjects of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science 21 and Marine and Aquatic Practices provide a pathway for students into University courses and science careers. Students completing Marine and Aquatic Practices have the opportunity to gain a first aid certificate and complete the theoretical component of their boat license. All other senior science subjects contribute to the OP of students completing year 12.