1. develop and sustain an interest in and knowledge of Science.

 

2. develop a working knowledge of scientific methods of investigation.

 

3. encourage curiosity and creative imagination and an appreciation of the role of speculation in the selection and solution of problems, the construction of hypotheses, and the design of experiments.

 

4. develop an appreciation of scientific criteria and a concern for objectivity and precision.

 

5. develop confidence and skill in formulating problems and in treating both qualitative and quantitative data.

 

6. develop the ability and disposition to think logically, to communicate clearly by written and oral means, and to read critically and with understanding.

 

7. develop the habit of seeking and recognizing relationships between phenomena, principles, theories, conceptual frameworks and problems.

 

8. promote understanding of the significance of science, technology, economics and social factors in modern society, and of the contributions they can make in improving material conditions.

 

9. provide opportunities for the development of students' motivations and social maturity, and an awareness of their capabilities in relation to a choice of career which will be fruitful to themselves and to society.

 

10. provide opportunity to study science in combination with other disciplines.