Science – KS5
Curriculum Aims
Science is the pursuit and application of knowledge and understanding of the natural and social world following a systematic methodology based on evidence.
The aim of our Science curriculum is 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 problemsolving 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
Curriculum Aims
- Develop interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject
- Develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills
- Understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society
- Use theories, models and ideas to develop scientific explanations
- Carry out experimental and investigative activities, including appropriate risk management, in a range of contexts
- Consider applications and implications of science and evaluate their associated benefits and risks
Curriculum Aims
- To encourage independent learners, listeners and thinkers
- To provide enjoyable courses, that will stimulate interest and enthusiasm in Physics 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
GCE A Level Exam Boards: Biology AQA, Chemistry AQA, Physics OCR
The attached subject handbook delivers a full summary about the curriculum aims and content for all year groups. For further information about the Science Curriculum within a specific year groups please select the corresponding Long Term Plan from the attachments section.
If you need to request further information about this subject please contact the relevant Head of Department.
Associated Pages
Attachments
Year 12 Biology: Long Term Plan
Y12-Biology-LTP.pdf
Year 13 Biology: Long Term Plan
Y13-Biology-LTP.pdf
Year 12 Chemistry: Long Term Plan
Y12-Chemistry-LTP.pdf
Year 13 Chemistry: Long Term Plan
Y13-Chemistry-LTP.pdf
Year 12 Physics: Long Term Plan
Y12-Physics-LTP.pdf
Year 13 Physics: Long Term Plan
Y13-Physics-LTP.pdf