Humans are innately curious. Science as a 'way of knowing' is used by people to explore and explain their experiences of phenomena of the universe. It is a process for constructing new knowledge. Science is a part of the human quest for understanding and wisdom and reflects human wonder about the world. The study of science as a 'way of knowing' and a 'way of doing' can help students reach deeper understandings of the world.
Science at St Andrew’s encourages students to explore the world around them and make links with their knowledge to encourage deeper understandings. Taught by a dedicated team of teachers, many of whom have worked in Science and Engineering before coming to teach, we offer well equipped labs and our technicians are able to offer an excellent support for both students and teachers to ensure that the practical experience is the best it can be.
All students study general Science following the National Curriculum in Year 7-9. Our Year 10 students are able to study a number of different Science options before specialisation in Year 11 & 12. Each year more than half of our Year 12 students choose to continue their study of Science at University!
Marine Science is a practical inquiry- based science subject that allows students to explore marine science concepts, systems and models in relevant contexts. Students will study Marine Biology and issues facing marine environments including overfishing, pollution, marine pests, marine habitat destruction and climate change in Year 11. Semester 1 of Year 12 focuses on coral reef ecology with an extended marine investigation on Heron Island and Semester 2 focuses on the management of Global marine issues. Students will learn skills needed to conduct field investigations in a marine environment.
A course of study in Marine Science can establish a basis for further education and employment in the fields of marine science, marine biology, nautical science, fisheries and aquaculture, conservation and resource management, tourism, seafood and maritime industries.