Year 10 Science students will complete the Stage 5 Science course that contributes to their RoSA (Record of School Achievement). The topics covered will increase knowledge and understanding of Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Geology and Physics and prepare students for Stage 6 Science courses. Within the topics covered in the Year 10 Science program the Working Scientifically skills will be reviewed and enhanced. Assessment tasks include the submission of a scientific report of a primary investigation that was planned in Year 9 and a practical test.
20 February 2019 – Year 10 students have been issued with the notification for Assessment Task 1. This is a Scientific Report of the student’s investigation that has been done at home. Please refer to the task requirements on the notification. The notification can be found here.
Biology – Genetics
Biology – Evolution
Chemistry – Chemical Reactions
Geology – Plate Tectonics
Geology – Natural Events
Physics – Motion
Physics – Energy Conservation
Task 1 – Student Research Project (Scientific Report)
Task 2 – Half-Yearly Examination
Task 3 – Practical Test
Task 4 – Yearly Examination
We would like to remind students and parents/carers of the requirements of the Year 10 Assessment Policy in regards to the completion and submission of assessment tasks.