INVESTIGATING SCIENCE
Board Developed Course (ATAR)
Investigating Science course is focused on developing skills in working scientifically, which provide a foundation for students to value investigation, solve problems, develop and communicate evidence-based arguments, and make informed decisions.
Students investigate and develop an understanding of scientific concepts, their current and future uses, and their impacts on science and society.
The course takes an interdisciplinary approach, by allowing students to investigate a wide range of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related issues and concepts in depth.
PREREQUISITES
Students can choose this course as a stand-alone science course or to complement their other science courses.
Further information is available on the NESA website.
If a student qualifies, the Investigating Science Life Skills Course is available in mainstream classes. More information on Life Skills courses can be found here.