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National 5
National 5
Applications of Maths
Applications of Maths
The National 5 Applications of Maths course takes your everyday maths skills to a higher level.
You’ll work on real-life problems, like budgeting, working with data, and planning projects. It covers areas like percentages, measurements, and understanding graphs. You’ll also learn how to solve problems that relate to areas like construction, business, and technology. It’s a practical course that helps you apply maths in many situations, preparing you for work or further study in areas like business or economics.
National 5
National 5
Art and Design
Art and Design
The purpose of the National 5 Art and Design course is to provide a broad, investigative and practical experience of art and design. Creativity is the key focus.
You will develop knowledge of art and design practice by studying artists and designers and their work. You will also develop an understanding of expressive and design processes and accumulate and use a selection of related skills.
The course provides opportunities for you to be inspired and creatively challenged through your work.
National 5
National 5
Biology
Biology
In National Biology studying cell biology, you will learn more about the cell structure; transport across its membranes; DNA, the production of proteins and enzymes; genetic engineering and respiration.
You will investigate multicellular biology and discover how cells produce new cells, learn of the importance of control and communication in the body, how organisms reproduce and how they pass on their genes to their offspring. You will study how materials are transported and absorbed in plants and animals.
Extending your knowledge about life on Earth, you will look at different ecosystems and find out how organisms are distributed; photosynthesis; energy flow; food production and evolution.
National 5
National 5
Drama
Drama
The National Drama course encourages you to exercise imagination and creativity.
You will develop important skills, attitudes and attributes, including creativity and adaptability, learning independently and as part of a group, critical thinking, enthusiasm, and confidence. The course allows you to develop practical skills in creating, presenting and producing drama. It provides scope for personalisation and choice by encouraging you to be creative and to express themselves in different ways.
Learning through drama helps you to appreciate cultural values, identities and ideas.
National 5
National 5
English
English
In the National 5 English course you will improve your reading, writing, talking, and listening skills. You’ll also cover the outcomes for the National 5 Literacy unit.
You will study different texts, like novels, poems, and plays, and learn how to analyse them. You will write critical essays and a portfolio of creative or discursive writing. You will develop your talk skills through group discussion and solo talk.
It’s great for anyone planning to take Higher English or who needs strong communication skills for future study or careers.
National 5
National 5
Environmental Science
Environmental Science
Environmental Science helps you understand how the environment works and how humans impact it.
You will learn about ecosystems, biodiversity, and sustainability. The course covers Earth’s resources, energy, and waste management. You will also investigate the effects of pollution on weather and climate changes. Through experimental work and practical activities, you will develop your skills in scientific inquiry and data analysis. You will make informed decisions about environmental issues and identify ways of being responsible citizens. The course is divided into three main units:
Living Environment focuses on investigating ecosystems and biodiversity; interdependence and human influences on biodiversity. Earth’s Resources focuses on an overview of Earth systems and their interactions; the geosphere; the hydrosphere; the biosphere and the atmosphere. Sustainability includes an introduction to sustainability; food; water; energy; waste management.
With a strong interdisciplinary nature, this course is delivered jointly by the Science and Social Subjects Faculties. It aims to develop skills, knowledge and understanding in relevant areas of science and social science, to provide opportunities for you to develop scientific literacy skills and appreciate the impact environmental science makes on your lives, on the lives of others, on the environment, and on society.
National 5
National 5
French
French
The National 5 French course will enable you to learn to speak, write, read, and understand French with confidence.
You’ll build your language skills across a wide range of real-life topics like hobbies, school and holidays. You’ll also explore aspects of French culture, such as traditions and festivals.
It’s a great option for anyone looking to broaden their horizons and to develop great communication skills as well as the ability to exchange ideas with people from the French-speaking world. (It will also equip you with skills that make it easier to learn other languages too.)
National 5
National 5
History
History
In National 5 History you will explore key themes such as War, Industrialisation and Dictators.
You will be studying the First World War from Scotland’s perspective including the Western Front and the Home Front. You will also study the Industrial Revolution in Britain and the impact it had on all aspects of daily life. Finally, you will cover Hitler and Nazi Germany in which you will study the rise of the Nazis and how they created a totalitarian state.
You will develop key skills in analysing, evaluating and researching different sources which are key skills across all curriculums.
National 5
National 5
Maths
Maths
In the National 5 Maths course, you will learn important mathematical skills that you can use in everyday life and future studies.
You will cover topics like algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics. The course includes both practical and theoretical work, helping you solve problems and understand mathematical concepts. You will also learn how to interpret data and use mathematical reasoning.
It’s a more challenging course and is great for those planning to take Higher Maths or go into jobs that need strong maths skills.
National 5
National 5
Music
Music
The National Music course will develop a breadth of knowledge and understanding of music concepts and musical literacy.
You will learn to recognise and distinguish level-specific concepts, signs and symbols as you perform, create and listen to music. The course allows you to develop and consolidate practical skills in music and knowledge and understanding of music styles and concepts. It encourages you to self-reflect and explore your creative ideas.
The course provides opportunities for you to perform a range of music in solo and/or group settings.
National 5
National 5
Music Technology
Music Technology
The National Music Technology course engages you through practical music-technology-based activities and tasks which are supported by knowledge and understanding of music technology and music concepts, form and structures.
The course enables you to develop your practical technical skills and creative use of music technology in a range of contexts such as a radio show, creating sound for a video game or foley for a short film. It includes opportunities for personalisation and choice in selecting varied contexts for learning.
The course encourages you to critically reflect on your learning and the quality of your work.
National 5
National 5
Practical cookery
Practical cookery
*S5 only
Practical Cookery develops cookery skills, food preparation techniques, and time management in hospitality settings.
You’ll learn about safe and hygienic practices, ingredient characteristics, and sustainable sourcing. The course covers planning, preparing, and costing dishes while following recipes and current dietary advice. You’ll enhance thinking skills like remembering, understanding, and applying, along with aspects of numeracy.
Through written and practical tasks, you’ll improve your ability to evaluate dishes and manage cooking processes effectively. This course is ideal for anyone interested in developing practical cooking skills and an understanding of responsible food practices.
National 5
National 5
Practical Woodworking
Practical Woodworking
National Practical Woodworking is a predominantly practical course that teaches how to use hand tools and machinery to create wooden items, such as frames, boxes and decorative pieces.
You’ll learn how to safely handle tools and machinery equipment, accurately measure and cut materials, and assemble your projects. You’ll also develop precision, attention to detail, and craftsmanship. It’s a great course for building confidence in practical skills and creating items you can be proud of.
Whether you want to pursue woodworking as a career or just enjoy it as a hobby, this course is a great start.
National 5
National 5
Spanish
Spanish
Through the National 5 Spanish course, you’ll learn to communicate confidently in Spanish by speaking, writing, reading and listening.
You’ll build your skills across a wide range of real-life topics like hobbies, school and holidays. You’ll also discover cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, their traditions and ways of life. It’s a great choice for those looking to learn about other cultures, and to develop great communication skills as well as the ability to exchange ideas with people from the Spanish-speaking world. (It will also equip you with skills that make it easier to learn other languages too.)
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