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Science

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Science is a compulsory subject at Mansfield State High School in Year 7, 8 and 9. Students have the opportunity from Year 10 onwards to study Science electives that are suited to their interests and ability.

Mansfield teaches the Australian Curriculum 9.0. Please refer to the Queensland Curriculum & Authority website External link for information specific to the achievement standards and content description. Mansfield's year level curriculum guides provide detailed information on the subjects available at our school.​


Subjects offered*

Year level​

​Subject

​Classes

​Years 7, 8 and 9

​Science

​3 classes per week

​Year 10​​​

Students must study eight electives in Year 10 (four each semester).

The Science the options are:

  • Preparatory Biology (G)
  • Preparatory Chemistry (G)
  • Preparatory Physics (G)
  • Preparatory Science in Practice (A)

​3 classes per week

​Year 11 and 12

Students will study a combination of six senior subjects to gain a QCE. 

The Science options are:

  • Science in Practice (A)
  • Biology (G)
  • Chemistry (G)
  • Physics (G)

​3 classes per week

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* Note: Electives are subject to timetable availability and student demand.

​​(G) General subject
(A) Applied Subject​


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Last reviewed 07 November 2025
Last updated 07 November 2025