Aim and objectives

Aim

The study of Investigating Science in Stage 6 enables students to develop an appreciation and understanding of science as a body of knowledge and a set of valuable processes that provide humans with an ability to understand themselves and the world in which they live. Through applying Working Scientifically skills processes, the course aims to enhance students’ analytical and problem-solving skills, in order to make evidence-based decisions and engage with and positively participate in an ever-changing, interconnected technological world.

Objectives

Skills

Students:

• develop skills in applying the processes of Working Scientifically. 
  

Knowledge and understanding

Year 11 students:

• develop knowledge and understanding of cause and effect
• develop knowledge and understanding of models, theories and laws. 
  

Year 12 students:

• develop knowledge and understanding of science and technology
• develop knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues involving science.

Values and attitudes

Students:

• develop positive, informed values and attitudes towards science
• recognise the importance and relevance of science in their lives
• recognise the influence of economic, political and societal impacts on the development of scientific knowledge
• develop an appreciation of the influence of imagination and creativity in scientific research.