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Key Facts: Science 30 Exam
The Science 30 Diploma Examination has 55 machine-scored questions (39 multiple-choice and 16 numerical-response) of equal value.
The Science 30 diploma exam is worth 30% of a student's final course mark, blended with 70% school-awarded marks.
The exam is designed for 3 hours but students may take up to 6 hours to complete it.
The acceptable standard for Science 30 is 50% and the standard of excellence is 80%.
Science 30 covers four units integrating biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science.
Each Science 30 general outcome area carries roughly a 20-30% emphasis on the diploma exam.
Science 30 is administered by Alberta Education and Childcare's Provincial Assessment Sector with sittings in January, April, June, August, and November.
Science 30 is a closed-book exam with no written-response section; all questions are machine scored.
Science 30 is Alberta's Grade 12 interdisciplinary diploma exam: 55 machine-scored questions (39 multiple-choice and 16 numerical-response) in 3 hours, worth 30% of the final course mark across four biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science units.
Sample Science 30 Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to review concepts for the Science 30 exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1In the human heart, which chamber pumps oxygenated blood out to the body through the aorta?
2Which component of human blood is primarily responsible for transporting oxygen?
3Blood pressure is normally highest in which type of blood vessel?
4Which of the following is an example of a non-specific (innate) body defence mechanism against pathogens?
5An autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system
6Which white blood cells produce antibodies during the specific immune response?
7A person with a resting heart rate of 70 beats per minute and a stroke volume of 70 mL has a cardiac output of
8Which lifestyle factor most directly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by depositing plaque in arteries?
9During an immune response, the production of memory cells is important because it
10Which sequence correctly orders blood flow through the human heart and lungs?
About the Science 30 Exam
The Science 30 Diploma Examination is a Grade 12 provincial exam set by Alberta Education that counts for 30% of a student's final course grade, blended with 70% school-awarded marks. The exam consists of 55 machine-scored questions, 39 multiple-choice and 16 numerical-response, of equal value, and is designed to be completed in 3 hours (with up to 6 hours allowed). Science 30 is an interdisciplinary academic course integrating biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science, organized into four units: Living Systems Respond to Their Environment, Chemistry and the Environment, Electromagnetic Energy, and Energy and the Environment. It is accepted for entry into many Alberta post-secondary programs. The acceptable standard is 50% and the standard of excellence is 80%, and there is no penalty for rewriting.
Exam sponsor: Alberta Education and Childcare, Provincial Assessment Sector. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
3 hours (up to 6 hours permitted)
Passing Score
Acceptable standard 50%; standard of excellence 80%; exam worth 30% of the final course mark
Exam / Certification Fees
No fee for first-time funded Alberta students; rewriters and non-funded (international) students register and pay through myPass
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Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Unit A: Living Systems Respond to Their Environment
Circulatory and immune systems, cardiovascular health, homeostasis, nervous system, reproduction and hormones, Mendelian genetics, DNA, protein synthesis, mutations, and gene therapy.
Unit B: Chemistry and the Environment
Acids and bases, pH and hydronium ions, titration and stoichiometry, buffers, organic compounds, acid deposition, photochemical smog, biomagnification, and water quality.
Unit C: Electromagnetic Energy
Electricity and circuits, motors, generators and transformers, field theory, the electromagnetic spectrum, communication technology, and astronomy.
Unit D: Energy and the Environment
Energy sources and transformations, fossil fuels and alternatives, nuclear fission and fusion, Hess's law, climate change and the greenhouse effect, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
Preparing for the Science 30 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Acceptable standard 50%; standard of excellence 80%; exam worth 30% of the final course mark
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours (up to 6 hours permitted)
- Exam / certification fees: No fee for first-time funded Alberta students; rewriters and non-funded (international) students register and pay through myPass Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
Science 30: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Science 30 diploma exam?
The Science 30 Diploma Examination has 55 machine-scored questions: 39 multiple-choice and 16 numerical-response, all of equal value. There is no written-response section.
How long is the Science 30 diploma exam?
It is designed to be completed in 3 hours, but students may take up to 6 hours if needed. It is a closed-book exam.
What percentage of my grade is the Science 30 diploma exam?
Since 2015, the diploma exam counts for 30% of your final course mark, blended with 70% from your school-awarded grade.
What score do I need to pass Science 30?
The acceptable standard is a final course mark of 50% or higher, and the standard of excellence is 80% or higher. There is no penalty for rewriting, and your highest mark is recorded.
What topics does Science 30 cover?
Science 30 is interdisciplinary, covering four units: human physiology and genetics (Unit A), chemistry and the environment (Unit B), electromagnetic energy (Unit C), and energy and the environment (Unit D).
Is Science 30 accepted for post-secondary admission?
Yes. Science 30 is an academic 30-level science course accepted for entry into many Alberta college and university programs, though specific programs may require Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30 instead.