GCSE Additional Science A uses different contexts to relate science concepts to their applications. Focusing on scientific explanations and models, it gives students an insight into how scientists help develop our understanding of ourselves and the world we live in.

GCSE Additional Science A provides distinctive and relevant experience for learners who wish to progress to Level 3 qualifications.

At Denton Community College we follow Route 2 of the OCR GCSE course using Units A151, A152 and A153 from Additional Science A (mixed science papers).

OVERVIEW

COURSE OVERVIEW 2

UNIT A151

Module B4: The processes of life

Module C4: Chemical patterns

Module P4: Explaining motion

UNIT A152

Module B5: Growth and development

Module C5: Chemicals of the natural environment

Module P5: Electric circuits

UNIT A153

(ADDITIONAL SCIENCE A)

Module B6: Brain and mind

Module C6: Chemical synthesis

Module P6: Radioactive materials

UNIT A154

Controlled assessment Comprises a Practical Investigation from a choice set by OCR

Assessed by teachers, internally standardised and externally moderated by OCR

Assesses the quality of written communication