Science
Science provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of important scientific concepts and processes. This includes the practices used to develop scientific knowledge and the contribution of science to our culture and society. Scientific applications undermine the fabric of our society. The curriculum supports students in developing scientific knowledge and skills with which to make informed decisions about local, national and global issues and to prepare them, if they so wish, for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) careers. The key priority of the study is to develop inquiring minds.
Year 9 SELP complete an accelerated program. Topics covered are Periodic Table and Chemical Reactions, Genetics, Motion and Energy.
The science curriculum covers Biological, Chemical, Physical, and Earth and Space Sciences. In each area, students focus on applying understanding of content in problem solving, designing and completing experiments to test hypotheses, and using science understanding to examine real-world issues. Topics covered are Matter, Chemical Reactions, Ecosystems, Control and Regulation, Plate Tectonics and Electricity. Assessment is conducted in a variety of formats and encompasses a range of skills.