You’ll study units covering biology, chemistry and physics and will also learn the key practical techniques needed to have a successful career in the science industry. You will continue your study of science, building on what you have learnt in GCSE Science. Students will study all three sciences with an emphasis on practical lab-based biology and chemistry. The course is designed to allow you to develop your knowledge and skills in science as well as transferable and higher order skills required by universities and employers. Much of the work you do will have a practical start point. You will be set assignments that have a real-world context so that you can see how the science you are studying is used in industry, medicine or other settings.
A minimum of 4 subjects at grade 4 or above including English, Maths and Science. Level 2 qualifications such as BTEC or Functional Skills will also be considered as part of the entry requirement.
You will be assessed mainly by coursework assignments throughout the year. There are three short exams at the end of each year which test your knowledge and application of theory. At the end of the first year, you will do a written practical assessment in class, this will be based on practical work you are familiar with. In the second year this assessment looks at how science is presented in society to different audiences e.g. comparing how science is presented in a newspaper or a scientific journal.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | York |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Sim Balk Lane, York, YO23 2BB |
You’ll study units covering biology, chemistry and physics and will also learn the key practical techniques needed to have a successful career in the science industry. You will continue your study of science, building on what you have learnt in GCSE Science. Students will study all three sciences with an emphasis on practical lab-based biology and chemistry. The course is designed to allow you to develop your knowledge and skills in science as well as transferable and higher order skills required by universities and employers. Much of the work you do will have a practical start point. You will be set assignments that have a real-world context so that you can see how the science you are studying is used in industry, medicine or other settings.
A minimum of 4 subjects at grade 4 or above including English, Maths and Science. Level 2 qualifications such as BTEC or Functional Skills will also be considered as part of the entry requirement.
You will be assessed mainly by coursework assignments throughout the year. There are three short exams at the end of each year which test your knowledge and application of theory. At the end of the first year, you will do a written practical assessment in class, this will be based on practical work you are familiar with. In the second year this assessment looks at how science is presented in society to different audiences e.g. comparing how science is presented in a newspaper or a scientific journal.