Marine Studies is available to study in Stage 5 and Stage 6.
Stage 5 – this subject can be chosen as an elective for a 100 hour course or a 200 hour course. It is known as Marine and Aquaculture Technology.
Stage 6 – this subject is a non ATAR subject which can be studied in Years 11 and 12.
In the Year 11 Marine Course may undertake different Marine-based activities such as snorkelling, fishing and PADI diving. They will also undertake water safety skills training and theory lessons on different aspects of the Marine environment.
Assessment Tasks
Task 1 – Practical Activities
Task 2 – Research
Task 3 – Examination
Assessment Tasks
Task 1 – Practical
Task 2 – Research
Task 3 – Personal Interest Project (PIP)
Task 4 – Examination
In Year 10 Marine Studies students participate in practical (snorkeling) activities and focus on aquaculture, the importance of local marine environments and threats to the marine environment.
200 hours Course – Semester 1 – Assessment Items
200 hours Course – Semester 2 – Assessment Items
Semester 1 – 100 hours Course – Assessment Items
Semester 2 – 100 hours Course – Assessment Items
In Year 9 Marine Studies students participate in practical (snorkelling and fishing) activities and focus on the importance of marine environments. This course is only for 1 semester.
Assessment Tasks