SCIENCE DOMAIN


Kate O'Neill
Science Instructional Leader

Our Science program is designed to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and an appreciation of the wider world. Students investigate the structure and behaviour of the physical, biological, and Earth systems through observation, experimentation, and scientific inquiry. Across Years 7–10, Ochre learning materials are used to progressively develop students’ skills in observation, prediction, data analysis, problem-solving, and evidence-based reasoning, while building understanding across the disciplines of Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Earth and Space Sciences.

Students engage in hands-on investigations and explore real-world applications of science, developing the ability to communicate scientific ideas and evaluate information critically. The program encourages students to think scientifically about contemporary issues and to recognise the role of science in shaping society and the environment.

At VCE level, students may further specialise through the study of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, and Environmental Science, providing pathways into a wide range of tertiary studies and careers in science, health, engineering, technology, and environmental fields.

9 Science

  • Delivered through a coherent, knowledge-rich Science program developed by CESL in partnership with Ochre Education.
  • Builds understanding across biological, chemical, physical, and Earth and space sciences.
  • Covers key concepts including atomic structure, chemical and nuclear reactions, energy transfer, reproduction and biological systems, the carbon cycle, and space exploration.

Subject Code: P1SSC
Year Level: 9

What will I learn?
You will develop a deep understanding of how the natural and physical world works across multiple scientific disciplines. This includes how matter is structured and changes, how energy is transferred and conserved, how living systems function and respond, how carbon moves through Earth systems, and how humans explore space. You will also strengthen your ability to think scientifically and use evidence to explain real-world phenomena.
 
What will I do?
  • Plan and conduct scientific investigations, including fair and controlled experiments.
  • Collect, analyse, and interpret data to identify patterns and draw conclusions.
  • Develop scientific literacy by communicating findings and evaluating evidence in real-world contexts.
Where can this take me?

VCE Subjects: VCE Biology, VCE Chemistry, VCE Physics, VCE Environmental Science

Duration:

Year-long.