SCIENCE
Separate Science GCSEs
3 GCSES
AQA
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How will this subject benefit me?
How will this subject benefit me?
Having an understanding of Science is crucial if you are to be able to come to develop an informed opinion on issues that may affect you in the future. Obvious examples include the threat of global warming, the ethical arguments surrounding genetics and the development of alternative fuels.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
Biology - Human biology, environmental biology, cell biology, organisation, infection and response, bioenergetics, homeostasis and response, inheritance, variation and evolution, ecology
Chemistry - Atomic structure, the periodic table, bonding of matter, quantitative chemistry, energy changes, rates of reactions, organic chemistry, chemical analysis, atmosphere and resources
Physics - Forces, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism, particle model of matter, atomic structure
Who is this course appropriate for?
Who is this course appropriate for?
GCSE Science is suitable for all students. At foundation level, it aims to provide a basic understanding of scientific concepts. At higher level, it is intended to prepare students for further study of a variety of science courses.
How will I be assessed?
How will I be assessed?
PHYSICS
PHYSICS
2 x 1hour 45 mins exams
85% science content
15% practical skills
CHEMISTRY
CHEMISTRY
2 x 1hour 45 mins exams
85% science content
15% practical skills
BIOLOGY
BIOLOGY
2 x 1hour 45 mins exams
85% science content
15% practical skills
What opportunities will this give me?
What opportunities will this give me?
Good science GCSE’s will help you get on to various scientific A-level courses (including Physics, Chemistry and Biology A-levels). It is a standard requirement for BTEC Applied Sciences at A-level and has become increasingly more desirable for access to good apprenticeship schemes.
COURSE SPecification
COURSE SPecification
For further information, see the course specification on the following link:
AQA
We reserve the right to enter students for any tier of examination or GCSE Combined Science Trilogy if we are concerned about progress. We will notify any changes with a letter.
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