Studying science will prepare you for a range of exciting and rewarding careers. This elective will allow you to plan, conduct and present scientific investigations. You will also address current advertisements and investigate real-world products, which will allow you to create and market your own product.
The course will also investigate the nature of science development and the use and influence of science in society. Studying this elective will allow you to develop critical thinking skills to apply as consumers in society.
By exploring the life cycle of products, you will begin to explore the global challenges that we are facing in the world. Students will also investigate various products, such as sunscreen, and learn how the nanoparticles in these products impact our water systems and the environment.
Key science components: Environmental Science, Biology and basic components of Chemistry and Physics.
Year 9 Science (Core)
VCE Biology
VCE Environmental Science
VCE Psychology
VCE English
VCE (Vocational Major)
Medicine
Scientist
Veterinarian
Veterinarian Nurse
Biotechnologist
Allied Health Care (some examples include physiotherapist, speech pathologist, radiographer, podiatrist)
Dentistry
Teaching
Nursing
Marketing
Law
Microbiologist
Food Technician