Scholarship Technology
SchoolPoint access is now closed for 2024. For achievement information and reports, go directly to the parent/student portal at gdc.school.kiwi -
Year 13 (2025) students are required to attend Subject Confirmation on Thursday 23 January to finalise their timetable.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Christopher.
Ever wondered how that amazing bridge was built, or how that life-changing medicine was discovered? Technology Scholarship isn't just about coding! It's about understanding the vast world of human-made creations and pushing the boundaries of innovation.
Are you an exceptional student with a passion for anything from engineering to design, or problem-solving in healthcare? Scholarship Technology empowers you to showcase your brilliance.
Imagine:
- Delving into a Project You Love: Explore a real-world technology challenge that excites you, from sustainable energy solutions to prosthetic limbs.
- Developing Lifelong Skills: Sharpen your research, critical thinking, and communication skills – valuable assets in any future career.
- Earning Scholarship Recognition: Present your findings in a detailed report, potentially achieving Scholarship recognition!
This isn't a typical classroom course. You will:
- Become a Research Rockstar: Master research methodologies, analyzing complex information and drawing insightful conclusions.
- Think Like an Innovator: Develop creative solutions to real-world problems, pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
- Become a Clear Communicator: Craft a compelling report showcasing your research and innovative ideas, impressing potential scholarship judges.
Scholarship Technology isn't just about a grade, it's about igniting your passion for technology and setting you on a path to success in any field. Sign up and unleash your inner innovator!
Note: Entering Scholarship Technology is a challenging and extremely rewarding program. Students will be working individually or in small groups to develop innovative and authentic solutions to everyday problems. Students in the program will come from multiple disciples - from digital to traditional - and there will be range of different methods participants can use to complete tasks, including the paperwork.
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WgXFfbyF78E?si=dQUcYl6VzlH2nMtn" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Recommended Prior Learning
This course is invitation-only for senior students who have a proven track record of obtaining Merit and/or Excellence throughout their studies so far, in Technology. Students also need to have a clear ability to communicate effectively in a group environment and be able to write in a concise and professional manner.
Although some coding experience is required, the design process and journey students go through to complete their projects is of prime importance.
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.