Science is the pursuit and application of knowledge and understanding of the natural and social world following a systematic methodology based on evidence. Our Science curriculum aims to provide the foundations for understanding the world around us while developing a sense of natural curiosity and wonder. Curriculum Aims: - To encourage independent learners, listeners and thinkers - To deliver an enjoyable course, that will stimulate interest and enthusiasm in Biology and develop an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject - To develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other - To develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills - To develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods - To understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society
Students who wish to study GCE Advanced level courses are required to have passed at least five GCSE or equivalent level two courses at grades 5-9 including a minimum of grade 6 in the subjects they wish to study. Most students attempting A level courses will have more than this minimum. In subjects not taught at GCSE a 5 in a related subject is required (for example, a 5/6 in English would enable a student to study Politics). All students entering year 12 would normally be expected to have achieved GCSE Grades 9 – 4 in English and Mathematics. Students without these qualifications will be helped to attain them early in their year 12 programme. The requirements for A level physics, biology and chemistry are slightly different. To study these subjects students must have a double grade 7 award in GCSE science or at least a strong 6 in the relevant science subject(s) from the triple award course. They must also have at least grade 6 in mathematics. In addition, students are advised to select at least two science subjects, or a single science subject plus mathematics, as part of their programme.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Beetons Way, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 6RF |
Science is the pursuit and application of knowledge and understanding of the natural and social world following a systematic methodology based on evidence. Our Science curriculum aims to provide the foundations for understanding the world around us while developing a sense of natural curiosity and wonder. Curriculum Aims: - To encourage independent learners, listeners and thinkers - To deliver an enjoyable course, that will stimulate interest and enthusiasm in Biology and develop an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject - To develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other - To develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills - To develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods - To understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society
Students who wish to study GCE Advanced level courses are required to have passed at least five GCSE or equivalent level two courses at grades 5-9 including a minimum of grade 6 in the subjects they wish to study. Most students attempting A level courses will have more than this minimum. In subjects not taught at GCSE a 5 in a related subject is required (for example, a 5/6 in English would enable a student to study Politics). All students entering year 12 would normally be expected to have achieved GCSE Grades 9 – 4 in English and Mathematics. Students without these qualifications will be helped to attain them early in their year 12 programme. The requirements for A level physics, biology and chemistry are slightly different. To study these subjects students must have a double grade 7 award in GCSE science or at least a strong 6 in the relevant science subject(s) from the triple award course. They must also have at least grade 6 in mathematics. In addition, students are advised to select at least two science subjects, or a single science subject plus mathematics, as part of their programme.