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Year 13 General Science

SCI301
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning

Level 2 Science


What you need to be able to do and know to achieve in this subject:

To achieve in this subject, students would have completed Year 12 Science/Biology/Chemistry.

This course will be based on a variety of Level 3 internal Achievement Standards from the Earth and Space Science and Education for Sustainability.  This course will be designed to suit the student’s interests and strengths. There will be a strong emphasis on practical work and field studies.


Who this subject is for:

This subject is a non UE Subject, however it can be easily tailored to UE for selected students that require it. It is also designed for students who want to continue studying science without specialising.


Where this will lead:

Possible careers include, environmental engineer, landscape architect / gardener, surveyor, water treatment, agriculture / horticulture consultant, bio-security officer, quarantine inspector, ranger, quality assurance officer, conservator, customs officer, urban and regional planner and the list continues.


Learning Areas:

Science