Science (Entry Level)

Students cover the basic ideas and principles of all three Sciences in this course. The emphasis is on applying the sciences in a useful way to everyday things. Much of the learning is practical based.

How is the course structured and graded?

The course consists of a number of small units in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Each unit has a short test and a ‘Can Do Task’. Assessment is by means of accumulating points from the short tests and tasks as well as a longer assessed practical.

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Will this course be suitable for me?

If you are working at Level 3 to 5 in Year 9 this is the course for you. Your teacher will help advise you on what is the most suitable science course.

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What could this course lead to?

By completing this course to a good standard you could then progress to studying GCSE Biology in the Sixth Form.