Scientific Studies

Length of Course

Semester, Full Year

Level

Marian - Year 11

Category

Science

Core or Elective

Elective

Pre-requisites

N/A

Subject Description

Students develop scientific inquiry skills by actively investigating and responding to authentic, engaging and complex questions, problems or challenges. Students design investigations, collect, represent, and analyse data to form evidence-based conclusions.

Through this course, students will develop scientific knowledge and skills to support them in their future career pathways, including those that are science related, as well as their everyday life in a world that is increasingly being shaped by science and technology.

Content

Students engage in inquiry-based learning to investigate the topics below:

Semester 1

  • Science inquiry skills
  • Forensic science: forensic techniques and case studies with real-world applications

Semester 2

  • Science inquiry skills
  • Space Technologies: getting into orbit and living in space
Assessment
  • Assessment Type 1: Inquiry Folio
  • Assessment Type 2: Collaborative Inquiry
Pathways

The study of Scientific Studies at Stage 1 provides a solid foundation for Scientific Studies at Stage 2. Students may also move into Stage 2 Scientific Studies from any other Stage 1 Science subject.

Pathways for Science

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Marian - Year 11 - Scientific Studies