Science Task Brief:

Design an Experiment (Candidates will not need to conduct the experiment)

The presentation and report/outline should include the following sections: 

• Title
• Research question
• Variables and hypothesis
• Materials list
• Experimental procedure
• Proposed data analysis to be conducted 
   

Research and Design a solution to a problem

Choose ONE of the following three briefs:

1. Inclusive Design - Invent something that prevents injury to an elderly person if they fall
2. Product Design - Invent a way to exercise and generate energy 
3. Sustainable Design - Invent an eco-friendly way to keep plants watered

Create a presentation that uses Design Thinking to explore the problem and present a solution.

The presentation should include the following sections:

• INQUIRING  - Empathising with the people the problem affects and Defining the problem. This section consists of research into the problem. Explaining the problem - who it affects, what solutions already exist
• DEVELOPING - Creating multiple ideas and discoveries. This section consists of presenting different possible solutions to aspects of the problem. Present a range of ideas of how the problem could be solved. These can be simple sketches.
• COMMUNICATING - Prototyping your solution and discoveries. This section consists of presenting your solutions to the problem as a model, series of drawings, computer presentation or other appropriate method to demonstrate your idea and findings.
• TESTING  - creating methods to test your solution. This section consists of presenting different testing methods and evaluating the effectiveness of your solution. It can include feedback from potential users.
   

Applicants are asked to present one mathematical concept that they find particularly engaging. This can be a theorem, a practical application, or another concept.

In addition applicants will be asked to complete a short two-part assessment. Part 1 will focus on general knowledge and Part 2 will focus on Pattern seeking.

MYP Visual Arts Scholarship Criteria
Candidates applying for an MYP Visual Arts scholarships would be based upon their ability to demonstrate outstanding artistic ability, technical proficiency in a variety of media, and an emphasis on producing personal and thought provoking artworks. 

Visual Arts Application:

• Candidates will be required to present a portfolio of artwork, including:-
• 4-6 finished artwork pieces 
• A sketchbook outlining ideas and themes, visual experimentations and the development artwork pieces. 

Other Criteria:

Candidates would show how they excel in the practice of art, both inside and beyond the classroom (e.g. through art exhibitions, knowledge of artists, private art lessons and/or extra curricular activities).

Diploma Visual Arts Scholarship Criteria
Candidates applying for Diploma Visual Arts scholarships would be based upon their ability to demonstrate outstanding artistic ability, critical and contextual knowledge, technical proficiency in a variety of media, conceptual qualities and an emphasis on producing personal, thought provoking and coherent body of works. 

Visual Arts Application:

• Candidates will be required to present a portfolio of artwork, including:-
• 6-8 finished artwork pieces 
• A sketchbook communicating ideas and intentions, visual experimentations, skills, techniques and processes and the ability to review, refine and reflect throughout the creative process.
• A critical and contextual investigation.  Through a research presentation or written assignment candidates will demonstrate knowledge of key artists, artworks and/or artistic genres and the ability to present a detailed, insightful critique of their chosen exploration. 

Other Criteria:

Candidates would show how they excel in the practice of art, both inside and beyond the classroom (e.g. through art exhibitions, knowledge of artists, work experience, voluntary activities, private art lessons and/or extra curricular activities).
 

Middle Years Programme (Year 7 - Year 11) and Diploma (Year 12) Theatre Arts Scholarship Brief
 

Candidates are invited to respond critically to their choice of fiction by analysing its key themes. Additionally, candidates should select one of the key themes they have identified in their chosen text, and write their own creative text in the form of poetry or prose.

Candidates are invited to present a critical analysis on an article/essay/paper on a political, historical or geographical theme of their choice. This will take the form of a short oral interview.  

Additionally, candidates will be asked to write an essay. There will be two different questions, one for Years 7-9 (500 words max) and one for Years 10-12 (1000 words max). 

• Imagine you have a superpower which will allow you to solve one of the world's major political global problems today. What is your superpower, and how would you use it to achieve your Goal? (Yrs 7-9)
• Imagine you could go back in time to one historical event. What would you do to change this event in order to bring about a more positive resolution? (Yrs 10-11)

During the interview stage, candidates will be asked to present an overview of their essay and answer some questions about it.