Science
At Broome Senior High School, we take pride in fostering a deep appreciation and interest in the wonders of science by using a hands-on approach through various experiments and investigations into the world around us.
The Science curriculum focuses on three strands: understanding science concepts, putting scientific skills into action and exploring the history and pioneers of science endeavours. These strands are delivered in an integrated way to give students a contextual understanding of the science at work right here in Broome, expanding all the way out to the edge of the universe.
We offer a wide range of engaging courses and opportunities that empower students through the world of science. Our curriculum is designed to cater to all levels of interest and aptitude in science. Each year group will learn Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth and Space Science.
In Year 10, we begin to identify what pathway students will be embarking on in Senior School and as such we can tailor our curriculum and classes into Academic Rigour Classes (ARC), Transition ARC and Vocational classes. We aim to instil a lifelong love for science in our students. We hope that they leave our department with not only, a solid foundation in scientific principles but also curiosity and passion for exploring the unknown and the world around them.
TWO WAY SCIENCE
Two-way Science: An Integrated Learning Program for Aboriginal Desert Schools supports remote Indigenous schools and communities to develop integrated learning programs connecting the cultural knowledge of the local community with Western science and the Australian curriculum.
A Two-Way Science approach promotes Indigenous leadership in education, and fosters partnerships between schools, communities, Indigenous ranger programs and scientists. This has proven to be a successful and engaging course for select students in Year 7 and 8, as they are participating in daytime excursions and overnight camps on country, in addition to learning in the classroom.
For more information about Science courses, please contact the Head of Learning Area – Science.