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Schedule of learning
Schedule of learning
What will you cover and when? This table shows that as you that you will cover the first three units in year 9, the next 3 units in year 10 and the final topic in year 11.
How to get Two 9's in combined science
How to get Two 9's in combined science
(these suggestions apply to seperate science as well) Click on the image below to read the article from former GCSE student Anisha.
GCSE Equations
GCSE Equations
These are a really important part of your Physics GCSE. Up to 30% of the marks in your final exam can come from using equations and performing calculations, so it's crucial that you remember all of the equations and feel comfortable using them.
You will be give all of the equations, so you don't need to learn these. You can have a look at that formula sheet here (the first sheet is for single science the second sheet is for double award):
AQA-8463-ES-INS.PDFAQA-8464-8465-ES-INS.PDFHere are all of the equations that you need to learn on one page. All students sit the higher paper. Double students can ignore the questions marked with an ^.
AQA-Physics-Equations-A4-single-side.pdfThe only way to learn and remember the equations is to practice practice practice!!!!! There are lots of excellent resources available to help you learn them. Here are some suggestions (apart from writing them on your bedroom wall so you see them everyday!) :
23 equations app for smart phone or google play (select your exam board - AQA higher - then single or combined science)
Crazy songs on youtube - so many to choose from!
Quizlet or homemade flash cards
Science specific vocab
Science specific vocab
Do you know the difference between repeatable and reproducible? Have a look at this vocab sheet and make sure you know the key terms.
AQA-SCIENCE-GCSE-SUBJECT-VOCAB (1).PDFRevision, Revision, Revision
Revision, Revision, Revision
Revision will make a huge contribution to your exam success.
Understanding the lesson in class is only a tiny fraction of work you need to do.
You need to know the information inside out and back to front, be able to recall it at the drop of a hat and apply your knowledge to unfamiliar situations!
There are many places where you go for revision support here are some suggests of what to do:
Past Paper questions
Past Paper questions
These are an essential part of your revision. Click on the link below.
Double science: select 'Science' then 'GCSE' then 'Combined Science Trilogy (8464)'
Triple science: select 'Physics' then 'GCSE' then 'Physics 8463'
Video Summaries
Video Summaries
There are so many fantastic places to find revision videos. Here are some suggested channels:
GCSE physics online: Some videos are free and some require a log in. Please ask your teacher for the school log in details. We are studying AQA GCSE
Free science lessons: Another fantastic site, the videos have a cult following!
Notes and Quizes
Notes and Quizes
Seneca: A useful, free, website which will give you the infomation you need then quiz you on it. We are taking the AQA higher course.
BBC bitesize: A useful, free, website which will give you the infomation you need then quiz you on it. We are taking the AQA higher course.
Required practicals
Required practicals
Don't forget there are 10 required practicals which you might be assessed on:
Paper 1:
1) Specific Heat Capacity
2) Thermal insulation
3) Resistance
4) IV characteristics
5) Density
Paper 2:
1.) Force and Extension
2.) Acceleration
3.) Waves
4.) Light
5.) Radiation and absorption
Watch this video as a reminder of the practicals:
There is a link to your required practical book here:
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