The department is committed to using the material and human resources at its disposal in order to:

 *Stimulate in pupils an interest in and enjoyment of science, and to sustain that interest throughout school life, and beyond.

* Enable pupils to become confident citizens in a technology based society, and to make informed decisions on matters of scientific importance.

* Develop in pupils those skills and abilities which are relevant to the practice of science and will be of benefit in everyday life.

* Promote an awareness of the usefulness and limitations of scientific methodologies.

* Create an interest in, and respect for, the environment and an understanding of the need for conservation.

* Emphasize the interdependence of science with citizenship issues. E.g. social, economic, technological, ethical and cultural factors.

* Improve the ability of pupils to communicate scientific matters in a variety of suitable forms.

 * Encourage each pupil to achieve to their full potential as students of science.

 * Encourage staff development in respect of assuming responsibility within BPSC and further career movement.

* Communicate to pupils, to parents of pupils, and to potential pupils the desirability of studying science at BPSC.