Welcome to Year 10 Science! 

Science is one of the most important, diverse and fascinating subjects to learn about. Science gives us a powerful tool to understand how our world works and how we interact with our physical surroundings. It leads to future discovery, learning and understanding of the things too small or too large to comprehend.

It is important to study science to become scientifically literate. This means that you can understand scientific and technological information.

science

The intellectual and practical activity encompassing the systematic study of the structure and behaviour of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment:

‘the world of science and technology’

Science Careers

If you have a passion for discovery and problem-solving then a course in science might be for you. Despite our comparatively small population, Australia has produced some of the world’s best scientific researchers who regularly make ground-breaking discoveries, greatly adding to both Australian and global knowledge and capabilities.

Thinking like a scientist is underpinned by skills that employers are looking for, such as:

• collaboration and teamwork

• oral and written communication

• ethical reasoning

• quantitative skills to apply mathematical and statistical thinking

A science qualification opens the doors to an array of occupations you may have not considered. A solid science background can lead you on a career path into research, teaching, industry and business, government, consulting, project management… the potential is almost endless.