Introduction

Unit 1: Biology 1 - Cells and movement across cell membranes - Respiration and the respiratory systems in humans - Digestion and the digestive system in humans - The circulatory system in humans - Plants and photosynthesis - Ecosystems, nutrient cycles and man's impact on the environment 

Unit 2: Chemistry 1 - Nature of substances and chemical reactions - Atomic structure and the Periodic Table - Water - The ever-changing Earth - Rate of chemical change 

Unit 3: Physics 1 - Electrical circuits - Generation of electricity - Use of energy - Domestic electricity - Characteristics of waves 

Unit 4: Biology 2 - Homeostasis and Microorganisms. Distribution and biodiversity - Cell division and stem cells - DNA and inheritance - Variation and evolution - Response and regulation - Kidneys and homeostasis - Microorganisms and their applications - Disease, protection and treatment 

Unit 5: Chemistry 2 - Bonding, structure and properties - Acids, bases and salts - Metals and metal extraction - Chemical reactions and energy - Crude oil, fuels and organic chemistry 

Unit 6: Physics 2 - Distance, speed and acceleration - Newton's laws - Work and energy - Stars and planets - Types of radiation - Half life 

Unit 7 is a practical assessment that you do in class. This is based on the practical skills you have learned in units 1 to 6. 

Year 10

Unit 1: Examination (15% of total marks) Higher or Foundation Tier 

Unit 2: Examination (15% of total marks) Higher or Foundation Tier 

Unit 3: Examination (15% of total marks) Higher or Foundation Tier 

Year 11

Unit 4: Examination (15% of total marks) Higher or Foundation Tier

Unit 5: Examination (15% of total marks) Higher or Foundation Tier

Unit 6: Examination (15% of total marks) Higher or Foundation Tier 

Unit 7: Controlled assessment (10% of total marks)