SCIENCE FACULTY
Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, over all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.
Genesis 1: 26
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Science A
Science B
Options
There are two Science course options available for Year 10 students:
Science A
This course is primarily designed for those students who intend to study a science subject at VCE level. Students who intend to study VCE Chemistry or VCE Physics must maintain an average score of at least 80 per cent.
Science B
This course is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills so that they can function effectively in a scientifically and technologically advanced society. Students who intend to study VCE Biology or VCE Psychology must maintain an average score of at least 80 per cent.
Students will be placed in either Science A or Science B according to their academic progress. There will be limited opportunities for students to change classes during the year. Any changes to a student’s course during the year may only be actioned after consultation between parents and the relevant staff at the College.
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For further explanation about the Science pathways available in Senior Secondary School click HERE.
SCIENCE A
YEAR 10
This course is designed to develop students’ knowledge and skills in preparation for studying Biology, Chemistry and Physics in Years 11 and 12. Students will gain an understanding of complex scientific concepts, principles and models. They will have the opportunity to develop experimental skills through the planning, implementation, analysis and evaluation of scientific investigation. Students who intend to study VCE Chemistry or VCE Physics must maintain an average score of at least 80 per cent.
Both Science A and Science B courses adhere to the Australian Curriculum and only differ in the depth of content provided in each course.
SCIENCE B
YEAR 10
This course is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills so that they can function effectively in a scientifically and technologically advanced society. Students who intend to study VCE Biology or VCE Psychology must maintain an average score of at least 80 per cent.
Both Science A and Science B courses adhere to the Australian Curriculum and only differ in the depth of content provided in each course.