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Science – classroom activities

Ideas on how to relate science teaching to future careers and life beyond school.

Environmental Scientist | Kaipūtaiao Ao Tūroa

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Environmental scientists study human effects on the environment such as climate change, pollution and loss of biodiversity. They also advise on how to avoid or reduce these harmful effects.

Physician | Rata

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Physicians are medical specialists who provide non-surgical advice and treatment to patients referred to them by other doctors.

Gynaecologist/Obstetrician | Kaimātai Take Wahine/Whakawhānau Tamaiti

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Gynaecologists/obstetricians advise, diagnose and treat issues with the female reproductive system, and provide medical care for women before, during and after pregnancy.

Marine Biologist | Kaimātai Koiora Moana

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Marine biologists study animals and plants that live in the sea and freshwater, and how they interact with their surroundings.

Driving Instructor | Kaiwhakaako Taraiwa Waka

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Driving instructors teach people how to drive, and instruct experienced drivers how to advance their driving skills and road safety knowledge.

Dairy Herd Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Māpu Kau

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Dairy herd managers run daily dairy farming operations such as feeding and milking cows, monitoring animal health and environmental management.

Finance Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Pūtea

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Finance managers oversee the major financial operations of an organisation.

Network Administrator | Kaiwhakahaere Whatunga

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Network administrators design, install and maintain computer hardware and software networks, from one-building LANs (local area networks) to worldwide WANs (wide area networks).

Workplace Relations Adviser | Kaitohutohu Takawaenga Mahi

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Workplace relations advisers provide advice and mediation to different groups in the workplace to prevent and resolve workplace disputes.