This course will allow students to develop their laboratory and critical thinking skills, while investigating science phenomena. Students will learn how scientists work and begin to use the scientific method to investigate the world around us. Students will then use their newly gained laboratory skills to solve forensic mysteries.

In the game of life, invading is often an organism's means of survival. There are all sorts of invaders, from possums, stoats and ferrets, to COVID-19 and other diseases. We will learn about the key factors that determine a successful invasion and what can be done to stop them.

Discover how engineers use science principles to design and construct the amazing buildings, bridges and machines that we use today. Learn about mechanical principles, electricity and energy, as well as how machine technology has changed through the ages to dramatically revolutionise how humans live.