Science is a systematic process used to discover how the universe works and what it is made of. Science relies on testing ideas with evidence gained from the natural and physical world. The fundamental aims of science education in year 11 may include the following achievement standards;

• AS90948 Science 1.9 Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation

• AS90953 Science 1.14 Demonstrate understanding of carbon cycling

• AS90930 Chemistry 1.1 Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction

• AS90932 Chemistry 1.3 Demonstrate understanding of aspects of carbon chemistry

• AS 90950 Science 1.11 Investigate biological ideas relating to interactions between humans and micro-organisms