Science

The year 2020 has been like no other. Credit to the diversity of our science staff, parents and students for educational processes implemented to make it a successful and fulfilling educational year.The Science faculty experienced many initiatives and developments, as well as much consolidation and refinement. We are continuously responding to technological development and structural change while maintaining our fundamental commitment to the highest standards of teaching. It is the scientific developments in the last decade that has enabled us to conduct remote learning through the internet. Who would have thought that education would be conducted through optical transducers? It is the marvel of scientific evolution and research that has held the educational system together across the world.

Ms Jennifer Vissenjoux and Mr George Stoforidis

I have never failed to enjoy my time studying science at Mazenod, from my first lessons regarding the anatomy of atoms in Year 7 to studying circuitry and Newton’s laws in Year 11. I have especially connected with Physics as the ability to visualise and simulate the problems in your mind help to make what you are learning about feel real and tangible. The practical work done really compliments the subject, as the theory on paper is very close to the experiments you try and they really help to solidify your understanding of the particular concept and then apply it in assessments. The truly wonderful part of Science at Mazenod is the exposure you get to not only the core Sciences but also more obscure studies like Forensic Science through electives. This allowed me to more clearly envision my future in education, both when selecting Senior subjects but also what to study in university.

Christian Moore - Year 11

Science classes are never really boring. From your first science course in Year 7 you have the chance to learn and work hands-on and to see the world in a completely new way. In the Junior years students can learn about the science of everyday objects, mechanics, and animals, as well as the basis for conducting scientific experiments, While the older year levels have a reputation for being serious and bookish, the practicals get even more interesting, involving DNA, electricity, and the mixing of chemicals, and the book work is presented in an engaging, even entertaining way.

Anthony Vassiliadis - Year 11