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Sciences
Life
Science (Biology)
The
primary function of the Biology
Department for the senior grades
is to educate learners in the
life sciences. The syllabus
represents Botany and Zoology
as a whole. It includes the
core knowledge areas:
- Tissues,
cells and molecular studies
- Structures
and control of processes
in basic life systems
- Environmental
studies
- Diversity,
change and continuity
Although
Biology as a subject is not
a prerequisite for most university
courses, prior knowledge of
the subject is useful for study
towards life science, medical
and para-medical degrees.
Pupils
and university students who
have chosen life sciences as
a choice of study would normally
embark on careers in agriculture,
biotechnology, biochemistry,
botany, genetics, medicine,
microbiology, natural resource
conservation and zoology, amongst
others.
Physical
Science
Physical
Science in the senior grades
seeks to equip a pupil
with practical skills to conduct
a scientific inquiry (interpreting
data, explaining relationships,
etc.), solve problems, apply
scientific knowledge and realise
the impact of Science on society
and the environment.
Science
is certain to remain an important
prerequisite for careers in
engineering, medicine, aviation,
the chemical or nuclear industry,
etc.
The
subject content taught includes:
- Mechanics
- Waves,
light and sound
- Electricity
and magnetism
- Matter
and materials
- Chemical
change
- Chemical
systems
The
choice of Science as a subject
to Matric must not be taken
lightly as the demands made
on a pupil
are heavy. Good marks in Natural
Science and Maths at Grade 9
level are essential, as is a
mature work ethic and an ability
to think laterally and logically. |
