KEY FEATURES

GCSE Science A provides the opportunity to further develop:

GCSE Science A has an emphasis on scientific literacy – the knowledge and understanding that learners need to recognise the impact of science and technology on everyday life.

GCSE Science A provides distinctive and relevant experience for students who wish to progress to either the GCSE Additional Science course or the BTEC Applications of Science course in Year 11.

COURSE OVERVIEW

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Module B1: You and Your Genes

Module C1: Air quality

Module P1: The Earth in the Universe

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Module B2: Keeping Healthy

Module C2: Material Choices

Module P2: Radiation & Life

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Module B3: Life on Earth

Module C3: Chemicals in our Lives

Module P3: Sustainable Energy

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Controlled assessment comprises a Practical Data Analysis and Case Study of a topical issue in science from a choice set by the exam board.

Assessed by teachers, internally standardised & externally moderated by the exam board.

Asesses the quality of written communication.