Science 10 lays the essential foundation for senior-level science disciplines. Through interactive classroom activities and hands-on lab work, students explore the core fields of chemical change, physics and energy flow, cell biology, and global climate systems.

This course is also offered at the International Baccalaureate (IB) level for enriched academic study.

Science 14/24

Science 14 and 24 focus on practical, real-world applications of science, fulfilling the science credit requirements for an Alberta High School Diploma. Through interactive classroom activities and hands-on lab work, students develop everyday scientific literacy and practical problem-solving skills.

Career Connections

Students in this pathway are likely to pursue careers in:

• Automotive trades
• Electrical trades
• Cosmetology
• Healthcare support services
• HVAC refrigeration
• Landscaping horticulture
• Heavy equipment operation
• Veterinary animal care support
• Water and utilities operations

Science 20 and 30

Science 20 and 30 examine biological, chemical, physical, and environmental systems through an integrated approach. Through interactive classroom activities and hands-on lab work, students explore chemical change, living systems, global climate, energy resources, and human health. Science 30 satisfies science entrance requirements for a wide range of post-secondary university and college programs.

Career Connections

Students in this pathway are likely to pursue careers in:

• Nursing
• Environmental technology
• Paramedicine and emergency medical services
• Renewable energy technologies
• Medical laboratory sciences
• Kinesiology rehabilitation
• Occupational health and safety
• Education

Biology 20 and 30

Biology 20 and 30 explore the structure, function, and dynamic balance of living systems. Through interactive classroom activities and hands-on lab work, students investigate human anatomical systems, ecosystems, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, molecular biology, and genetics.

These courses are also offered at the International Baccalaureate (IB) level for enriched academic study.

Physics 20 and 30

Physics 20 and 30 explore the fundamental relationships between matter and energy. Through interactive classroom activities and hands-on lab work, students investigate kinematics, forces, energy, waves, electric and magnetic fields, and atomic physics.

These courses are also offered at the International Baccalaureate (IB) level for enriched academic study.

Chemistry 20 and 30

Chemistry 20 and 30 examine the composition, properties, and interactions of matter at the molecular level. Through interactive classroom activities and hands-on lab work, students explore chemical bonding, stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, and chemical equilibrium.

These courses are also offered at the International Baccalaureate (IB) level for enriched academic study.

Career Connections

Students in this pathway are likely to pursue careers in:

• Health sciences
• Medical technology
• Kinesiology
• Engineering
• Agriculture
• Food science
• Forestry
• Geology
• Astrophysics
• Aviation and aerospace
• Robotics
• Architecture
• Computer science