Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Strand
Overview of the STEM Strand
Designed to prepare students who express keen interest in taking college degrees focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), senior high school students will be exposed to learning activities that will hone their knowledge and skills in analyzing data, understanding real-world impacts, and conducting research.
The Objectives of the STEM Strand
The STEM strand is designed to nurture senior high school students’ curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills. With the STEM strand, graduates will:
Advantages of the STEM Strand
The STEM strand gives senior high school students exposure to the intertwining disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to see how they work in real life. The STEM strand:
Possible College Courses Under the STEM Strand
Senior High School Students that pursue the STEM strand are more inclined towards complex scientific advancements and the future of modern technology.
Many of our STEM students go on to apply for undergraduate programs and explore their preferred specialized fields. Through the courses under the STEM strands, these students continue to grow into the country’s future scientists, engineers, programmers, and trailblazers within their niche. The STEM strand course list can include the following degree programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science / Data Science
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology / Information Systems
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Statistics
- Bachelor of Science in Architecture
- Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences / Life Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics
- Bachelor of Science in Food Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Biology / Biochemistry / Chemistry
Possible Jobs in the STEM Strand
Our senior high school students go on to find relevant STEM strand jobs that match the skills and knowledge they’ve acquired from our curriculum. They will find plenty of opportunities, both in employment and in further studies in higher education. Senior high school graduates have found fulfilling and successful careers in the following jobs in the STEM strand:
- Pilot
- Architect
- Astrophysicist
- Biologist
- Chemist
- Industrial Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Dentist
- Nutritionist
- Doctor
- Marine Engineer
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Strand Curriculum
The senior high school STEM strand provides a deep dive into hard sciences including Earth Science, Pre-Calculus and Basic Calculus, and Physics. These subjects will serve as preparation for students’ future undergraduate programs.