The new scientific high school

Watch the presentation video

The Characteristics of the Scientific High School
High scientific education and human awareness of the world around us

Foreign language care
Special attention is given to foreign languages: English and Spanish. Through innovative methodologies, cultural projects and international exchange opportunities, we guarantee an enriching linguistic experience that prepares students to communicate confidently in an increasingly interconnected world, developing an open mind capable of fostering encounters with other cultures.

Humanistic empowerment and attention to today's world
The scientific and technological developments in which we are immersed and which await us also require reflection on the ethical and human dimensions of progress, of the future, of the world we are building. We therefore strengthen critical and philosophical reflection on scientific development and on the world around us with particular attention to the themes of legality, justice, and integral ecology. In the perspective of attention to today's world, we have chosen to offer, together with the traditional historical disciplines typical of this course, new subjects specifically aimed at stimulating the critical understanding of young people with respect to human, social and scientific challenges (Geopolitics, Philosophy of Science) as well as digital ones (Informatics and Design).

Address disciplines and dialogue with the humanistic world
The Liceo Scientifico is also the ideal school program for synthesizing the humanistic and scientific fields. Students immerse themselves in scientific practice while maintaining a lively focus on humanistic, linguistic and historical-philosophical issues. This balance guarantees a unique methodological rigor and a complete and articulated development of a broad spectrum of life skills. The three-year options can give space to the interests of the students in a more humanistic or even more decidedly scientific direction.

Laboratory Approach
In the scientific high school we favor the laboratory approach to promote methods of investigation, analysis and re-elaboration typical of the scientific approach. The disciplines of natural sciences (chemistry and biology) and physics include laboratory activities that allow students to put into practice the theoretical concepts learned. This practical and experimental approach runs parallel to the theoretical study of the disciplines, offering students a complete and multidimensional experience of scientific learning.
Materia | Scuola Statale Biennio | Gonzaga Biennio | Scuola Statale Triennio | Gonzaga Triennio |
---|---|---|---|---|
Italian Language and Literature | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Latin Language and Culture | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Drawing and Art History | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Computer Science and Design | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Geohistory | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
History | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
Geopolitics | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Philosophy | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
Philosophy of Science | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Physics | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Mathematics | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Propaedeutic logic for tests | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Natural Sciences | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
Science Lab | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Sports and Motor Sciences | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
English Language and Culture | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Spanish | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Religion | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Symposium | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Optional Subject | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Total Courses | 27 | 35 | 30 | 35 |
Scientific High School Study Plan
The curriculum of the Liceo Scientifico integrates academic excellence and didactic innovation, placing the critical and scientific education of the student at the center. The two-year period provides a solid foundation in the fundamental disciplines, accompanying students in the discovery of the scientific method and interdisciplinary connections. The three-year period, on the other hand, delves into areas such as logic, geopolitics and applied sciences, offering personalized paths to develop transversal skills. A stimulating environment and laboratory activities complete a path that prepares for university and professional challenges.

Computer Science and Design Course
A unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge skills. Through advanced lessons in programming, graphic design, and the development of innovative technological solutions, students will acquire a solid foundation to face the digital challenges of the future. From coding to design aesthetics, this course prepares students to orient themselves in the ever-changing digital world. Design introduces the aspect of creativity into the scientific process.

Philosophy of Science Course
The course offers a deep and critical look at the world of science, encouraging students to reflect on the philosophical bases that underlie scientific theories. Through the analysis of the epistemological roots and philosophical implications of scientific discoveries, students develop a broader understanding of the scientific process.
This path encourages critical reflection and becomes a springboard towards a deep understanding of scientific disciplines and their philosophical implications, preparing students for intellectual challenges and original contributions in their academic and professional career.

Geopolitics Course
Giving space to the geopolitical dimension in the course of study means training thinking and aware citizens, capable of connecting the past and the present, developing a critical understanding of the contemporary world and a sense of responsibility towards the future.

Symposium
Thanks to school autonomy, Symposia was born, a week dedicated to interdisciplinary and ethical themes, where students explore themselves and the world in a new way.
Two-year period: Experiential workshops to discover Planet Earth and promote active and ecological citizenship.
Third year: Reflecting on the meaning of life, inspired by the Bible as the "great book of humanity".
Fourth year: Debate Tournament.
Fifth year: Autobiography and writing of the student's curriculum.

Logic Course
In a perspective of orientation and preparation for university, a preparatory package for the tests is offered. The logic course offers the tools for qualified access to university studies, integrating teaching with preparatory simulations for the entrance tests to the major universities. Mathematical and formal logic contributes to developing in the student a critical, analytical and applicative thinking.
Customizing your path through optional courses
to choose for customizing the CV in view of orientation
Materia | Scuola Statale Biennio | Gonzaga Biennio | Scuola Statale Triennio | Gonzaga Triennio |
---|---|---|---|---|
Spanish | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Science and Models | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Law and Economics | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
The educational offer is enriched with a strong orientation dimension in view of the university choice. Through a system of optional subjects it is possible to personalize one's study plan with one of the following subjects to choose from, identified according to one's inclinations and interests (discussed preliminarily with the tutor):
– Law and economics
Towards a university choice in the humanistic-social field;
– Sciences and models
Towards a choice in the medical-health or scientific-technological field. In this case the scientific address already chosen is further strengthened;
– Spanish
Towards a choice in the humanistic-linguistic field and also useful for those who are inclined to continue their studies abroad.