Earth & Environmental Science

Course Description:

The Earth and Environmental Science course is framed around Inquiry Questions that both direct learners to specific content and allow for appropriate skill development in each of the modules identified below.

At Marian, the Science learning environment uses questioning as our prime starting point for learning. Upon asking questions, making observations that link content with investigation we seek to develop deep understanding across each module.

Throughout the courses in both Preliminary and HSC, learners will have opportunities to experience Learning across the Curriculum which engages and inspires today’s learners to be ready for the challenges of tomorrow by seeking contexts within which we study our Environment.

A focus on questioning allows for a diverse range of learners, seeking to inspire and develop young scientific minds that can shape the future.

We encourage all learners to develop their ability to work with their peers and teachers to Work Scientifically to gain insight into the natural world.

Opportunities exist throughout each module for students to engage in Depth Studies. These allow for individual interests and abilities in seeking further understanding of the course concepts. They include individual or collaborative investigative techniques, opportunities to use technology for further investigation of specific concepts as well as development of self assessment skills.