Investigating Science (IS) is designed to assist students of all abilities engage with scientific processes, and apply those processes to investigate relevant personal, community and global scientific issues.
The IS course is designed to complement the study of the science disciplines by providing additional opportunities for students to investigate and develop an understanding of scientific concepts, their current and future uses, and their impacts on science and society. The course draws on and promotes interdisciplinary science, by allowing students to investigate a wide range of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related issues and concepts in depth.
Students will complete a depth study in a topic of their choosing to develop their skills
NESA: Investigating Science - Stage 6
Investigating Science Syllabus
Coursework
The course promotes active inquiry and explores key concepts, models and phenomena. It draws and builds on the knowledge, understanding, skills, values and attitudes gained in Science Stage 5.
Suitable Candidates
Investigating Science is designed to complement other Science course. It promotes active inquiry. The skills gained from this course are intended to support students’ ongoing engagement with Science, and to form the foundation for further studies and participation in current and emerging STEM-related post-school activities and industries.
Career paths
Psychologist, Industrial Psychologist, Environmental Science and Protection Technician, Biochemist, Epidemiologist/Medical Scientist, Anthropologist, Forensic Science Technician
Equipment Required
Exercise book / folder, laptop, calculator, black leather lace up shoes
Mandatory Course Fees? No
Other Course Costs
Resources required for independent investigations
Coordinating Faculty
Science
Head Teacher
Mrs. S Norrish