Aquatic Practices: should I choose it?

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QCE Aquatic Practices: content and assessment

Explore Aquatic Practices: Aquatic ecosystems; Coastlines and navigation. Read the actual course outline before choosing.

Confirm your cohort: Aquatic Practices 2024 v1.2. Unit options and their order depend on school delivery.

What will I learn?

Unit option A: Aquatic ecosystems

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Unit option B: Coastlines and navigation

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Unit option C: Recreational and commercial fishing

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Unit option D: Aquariums and aquaculture

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Unit option E: Using the aquatic environment

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Unit option F: Marine vessels

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How will I be assessed?

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