Level 1 Science - Environmental Science

Students will develop their understanding of how Science can be used to investigate issues and provide solutions in the local area. Learners will develop their understanding of science investigation techniques and how to communicate results to a wider audience.  The course includes concepts such tiakitanga and incorporates matauranga Maori. A total of 15 Credits are gained through internal assessments. This course prepares students for SCI200 and careers including; nursing, agriculture, construction, network engineering  and ecology.

The areas of Science studied in this course will be;

• Science knowledge is contested and refined over time
• Science uses different inquiry approaches to develop understanding
• Science uses subject-specific literacy to communicate knowledge
• Science-based information can be used in decision making and action