Thames High School Thames High School

Year 9 Science

9SCI
Course Description

Year 9 Science involves studying four strands of science which including Biology Chemistry, Physics and Space Systems.

Biology includes studying life and the taiao and the life of plants and animals.

Chemistry includes studying the nature of science, the nature of mixtures and matter.

Physics includes studying the importance of waves and energy and its transfer.

Space systems includes studying astronomy, the soalr system, eclipses and Matariki.


Learning Areas:

Science


Career Pathways

Mining Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Software Developer, Zoologist, Marine Biologist, Sound Technician, Electronics Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, Biotechnologist, Fabrication Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Building and Construction Manager, Surveyor, Science Technician, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Telecommunications Engineer, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Forensic Scientist, Geologist, Environmental Scientist, Electrical Engineering Technician, Engineering Machinist, Information Technology Architect, Environmental Engineer, Marine Engineer, Food Technologist, Forestry Scientist, Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician, Plastics Technician, Test Analyst, Network Administrator, Data Analyst


Disclaimer

Courses outlined will only be available if sufficient students wish to take them AND appropriate staff are available to teach them.

Courses that do not run may be offered through distance learning and be supported by the Distance Learning Department.