Specialist Programs
- Academic and Applied Programs
- Advanced curriculum enrichment
- Advanced technology and design
- Agriculture
- Aviation
- Computer studies
- Engineering
- Enriched mathematics, information technology and science (EMiTS)
- Environmental life sciences
- German language
- Health and medical pathways
- Hospitality
- Information and communication technology
- Japanese
- Lesmurdie Extension and Academic Program (LEAP)
- Marine studies
- Maritime studies
- Mathematics
- Mathematics and philosophy
- Mining alliance
- Science and technology
- Science horizons
- Surf science
- Arts Programs
- Sports Programs
- List of participating schools
Academic and Applied Specialist Programs
Qualities of the mind
Specialist academic and applied programs cater for children who are academically and practically talented.
Dedicated academic programs open doors for children who have charted a course for university.
A combination program of practical learning and academic study often leads to exciting careers via vocational pathways.
Programs with an academic focus have a strong foundation in core academic areas to develop abilities and qualities of mind that are essential for success.
Your child could enjoy information and communication technology (ICT), agriculture, aviation, mining, marine studies, environmental life studies and hospitality, to name just a few.
Many include workplace learning which allows students to achieve nationally accredited qualifications which can be applied to full-time employment, trades or further study.
Programs are endorsed by leading companies and businesses to further enrich your child’s education and create links to the workforce and tertiary platforms.
To find out more about the programs that interest your child, including when applications open and entry processes, please contact the specialist programs coordinator at the relevant school or check the school website for more information
Advanced curriculum enrichment
This program promotes higher level thinking skills and academic achievement in English, mathematics, society and environment and science.
Advanced technology and design Specialist Program
This program enables your child to develop their academic skills and demonstrate their creativity by teaching them to design and create industry standard products.
Agriculture Specialist Program
This program provides your child with an in-depth background in farming and agricultural science.
Aviation Specialist Program
This program teaches children aviation from engineering to learning to fly, including the skills needed to enter the aviation industry.
Computer studies Specialist Program
Computer studies develop your child’s computer programming skills and increases their knowledge of computer systems.
Engineering
This program gives your child knowledge and skills in the development and design of electrical machines, products and systems.
Enriched mathematics, information technology and science (EMiTS) Specialist Program
An academic based program specialising in science and mathematics, this program is for children with above average ability in these areas. It builds your child’s knowledge and prepares them for further studies at university.
Environmental life sciences
The program combines ‘hands on’ experiences with academic learning allowing children to become the environmental advocates, scientists and politicians of the future.
German language Specialist Program
This program expands your child’s knowledge, skills and understanding of the German language and culture. No experience of the language is required.
Health and medical pathways program
This program will give children with an interest in the health profession a realistic picture of what it is like to work in the industry.
Hospitality Specialist Program
This program covers the study of food, including production and service.
Information and communication technology Specialist Program
This program gives your child access to the latest technology, methods, content delivery and opportunities to explore this exciting fast paced industry.
Japanese
This program expands your child’s knowledge, skills and understanding of the Japanese language and culture.
LEAP Lesmurdie extension and acceleration Specialist Program (science and mathematics)
An academic and practical extension in science and mathematics, the program includes problem solving, model making and field work.
Marine studies Specialist Program
This program combines theoretical and practical programs in marine studies including oceanography, navigation, marine biology and sustainability.
Maritime studies Specialist Program
This program provides your child with a springboard to develop and understand the maritime environment with study including aquatics, snorkeling, boating and kayaking.
Mathematics and philosophy Specialist Program
This program embeds philosophical concepts in the context of a structured lower school Mathematics program.
Mining alliance Specialist Program
This program gives your child the skills and experience to work in the mining industry before continuing their studies in an apprenticeship or at university.
Science and technology Specialist Program
Children in this program become members of the Science and Technology Academy (an academy set up by the school), providing them with opportunities to participate in programs, competitions and research projects.
Science horizons Specialist Program
This academic based program provides an extension in science and mathematics and is for children with above average abilities in these areas. They will work with students with similar interests and be encouraged to think ‘outside the box’.
