9 Science
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr T. Comber.
MYP Science
Compulsory Core Subject
Objectives
The Year 9 course is designed to help students build foundational science capabilities and understanding, enabling them to succeed in Senior school and become scientifically literate citizens. Students will develop these skills through concept-based units that expose them to relevant and current scientific issues.
Summary of Course
Unit Title | Outline of Learning | MYP Criterion Assessed |
Garden to Plate |
| B. Inquiring and designing. |
Chemical or Comical |
| A. Knowing and understanding. |
Mission to Mars |
| A. Knowing and understanding. |
Pitch Perfect |
| B. Inquiring and designing. |
Assessment
At the end of each unit, students will demonstrate their abilities through various assessment formats, including collaborative work, assignments, and in-class written assessments.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: $60.50 Education Perfect Subject Package (pay once for all included courses).
Pathway
Disclaimer
It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.