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Catalyst • Junior Secondary Curriculum • Handbook 2021 Discovery Course Year 8 French Language Y This course is suitable for students who have completed French Language X in Semester 1, Year 8, or who have equivalent experience in French. It allows students to develop language skills useful for communication with peers in French-speaking countries or for travelling to those countries. For additional details about this Language Discovery course, please contact: Mr James Cheah Head of Languages [phone] [email protected] • My life at school: my daily routine • In town: going out and meeting friends • French food: cooking a French dish and sharing ideas with friends Discovery Course Year 8 History of the Universe This exciting course specifically explores the concept of the multiverse and the Big Bang theory and the origins and history of our universe. It also builds on the knowledge of planetary science, the solar system and the minor planets. A number of research investigations and a major research project will be completed in this Discovery course. The focus of this Discovery course is: • The origin of the solar system and the universe • The “Multiverse” theory • The creation, history and structure of our universe – The “Big Bang” theory • Relationship between matter, time, space and energy • The importance of gravity in the formation of galaxies, stars and planets • The origins of life on earth and the conditions required to sustain life • Biosphere 2 Investigation • The birth, life and death of stars For additional details about this Science Discovery course, please contact: Mr Gary Foster Head of Science [phone] [email protected] 37