GWSC SCIENCE

Science is about asking questions and investigating our world in a particular way. At GWSC we are proud of the amazing learning and discovery made by students from Years 7-12 across all the Science disciplines. We believe Science is for everyone!

This website features information about the subjects offered throughout 7-12 and their curriculum.

If you would like any further information about any science subject at GWSC please speak to a wonderful member of the science faculty or contact Ms Lai (ILA).

Science is for everyone, kids includedWhat do science and play have in common? Neuroscientist Beau Lotto thinks all people (kids included) should participate in science and, through the process of discovery, change perceptions. He's seconded by 12-year-old Amy O'Toole, who, along with 25 of her classmates, published the first peer-reviewed article by schoolchildren, about the Blackawton bees project. It starts: "Once upon a time ... "

Science Scope and Sequence

This document provides an outline for the science curriculum from 7-12 organised into subject areas.

Link to the Science Scope and Sequence document.

What careers are there in Science?

Science offers pathways to exciting careers from electrical engineering to developing vaccines for biotechnology. It is no secret that many GWSC students attend Monash University for their tertiary studies. There are some fascinating career profiles from many graduate Scientists.

Visit the following useful links below to find out what study pathways and career options could be in store for you!

The University of Melbourne:

https://science.unimelb.edu.au/study/careers-in-science

Monash University:

https://www.monash.edu/science/current-students/your-science-career

Image: Students in Year 9 using Virtual Reality as part of the 'Super Health' program.

Monash Tech School

GWSC is proud to be a partner of the Monash Tech School located at Monash University Clayton. Students in years 7 and 9 have the opportunity to participate in the Monash Tech School excursions to engage in topical issues of science and technology. Students have the rare opportunity to use state-of-the-art equipment including those of Virtual Reality, Coding Bots and Artificial Intelligence.

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