Welcome to GCSE Science!
All GCSE students study either:
- Triple award (Full GCSE qualifications in Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
- Combined Science (Two GCSE qualifications studying units of Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
Lessons are engaging, challenging, and thought provoking. Academic challenge and rigour is married with hands on practical experience using state of the art equipment and with explicit links to Engineering and the work of our industry partners. Through our science lessons, students will develop the knowledge and skills required to thrive in further study and/or the world of work and in whatever career path they choose to follow.
Biology
Understanding the natural world is important for scientific and technical innovation. We can learn a lot from how nature solves problems. The study of plant and animal biology leads directly to a wide range of careers in medicine, scientific research and there are several leading technical development and pharmaceutical companies in the region.
Chemistry
Many companies use complex chemistry to manufacture innovative materials and products. Employers need highly skilled chemical and process engineers. Sustainability and environmental protection is a key area for many chemical companies, a detailed understanding of chemistry is vital in this growth area in order to fine tune and make processes more efficient.
Physics
The principles of science, particularly physics, underpin engineering and advanced manufacturing. Our students need to know how a robot works not just what robots can do, and for that they’ll need physics. Our links with businesses at the cutting edge of the application of sciences will show students why physics is so important.
Assessment
Exam Board: AQA Combined Science / AQA GCSE Biology / AQA GCSE Chemistry / AQA GCSE Physics
- Combined: 6 x 1 hour 30 minute exams
- Triple: 6 x 1 hour 45 minute exams
Learning Journey
Physics: Student Learning Journey
Biology: Student Learning Journey
