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STEM

Scientist

VCE recommended

A scientist is someone who systematically gathers and uses research and evidence to make hypotheses and test them, to gain and share understanding and knowledge.

SUBJECTS TO TAKE

Recommended subject mix at Salesian, Years 11 and 12.

Year 11

  • English
  • Mathematics Methods
  • Physics
  • Chemistry / Biology
  • Religion and Society
  • Free Choice Subject

Year 12

  • English
  • Mathematics (Methods / Specialist)
  • Physics / Chemistry / Biology
  • Free Choice Subject
  • Free Choice Subject

Booklet recommendations — final subject offerings depend on what runs each year. Talk to your Oratory Leader, subject teachers and the Careers Coordinator before locking in.

AT-SCHOOL PATHWAYS

Programs available within Salesian.

Specialist program (SBAT)

Not applicable for this career.

VET options

  • Any Certificate 2/3 VET course can be undertaken in place of a Year 11 or 12 subject (or Laboratory Skills)

AFTER SCHOOL

University courses and alternative routes in.

University courses

  • Bachelor of Science

Alternative pathways into university

No alternative pathways listed.

RELATED CAREERS

Other careers in similar territory — many use overlapping subjects.

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