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Science

This one-year intensive course enables students to gain a good foundation of knowledge and skills in biology chemistry and physics at GCSE level. Students will achieve a total of three GCSEs at the end of this qualification. Scientific understanding is changing our lives and is vital to the world's future prosperity. Students will learn essential aspects of the knowledge methods processes and uses of science. Students will also gain an appreciation of how the complex and diverse phenomena of the natural world can be described in terms of a small number of key ideas that relate to the sciences; and that are both inter-linked and of universal application.In addition to Biology Chemistry and Physics students will be expected to complete a study programme consisting tutorials enrichment and work experience. Students who have not passed their English and Maths GCSEs will be expected to complete it as part of a study programme.

  • Entry Requirements, Units, Assessment and more...

    Entry Requirements

    Four GCSEs minimum at grade 3 or equivalent.

    Assessment Method

    Assessment consists entirely of six externally marked written exams towards the end of the academic year (May / June) in addition to practical's conducted

    Aims of the course

    The three GCSE Science qualifications enable students to:Develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplinesof Biology Chemistry and Physics.Develop understanding of the nature processes and methods of science through differenttypes of scientific enquiries that help them to answer scientific questions about the worldaround them.Develop and learn to apply observational practical modelling enquiry and problem-solvingskills in the laboratory in the field and in other learning environmentsDevelop their ability to evaluate claims based on science through critical analysis of themethodology evidence and conclusions both qualitatively and quantitatively.

    Progression Opportunities

    This course enables students to progress to further education specifically A Levels and BTEC Level 3 courses.

    Facilities

    The majority of lessons will take place in a laboratory. In addition students will use ICT labs to develop research skills and proficiency in relevant computer software. Students will also be expected to participate in day trips in relation to particular subjects.

    Career Options

    There are a range of career options available. The majority of students pursue a wide variety of careers in science maths technology and engineering.

Course Details

Venue Southwark
Day/Eve Day
Mode Full Time
Duration 35 weeks
Start Date 04/09/2023
End Date 21/06/2024
Course Code 4SCAT9S0

Funding

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16-18 Free
19-24 £ 362
24+ Please Enquire
International £9,000
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Coronavirus update

Southwark College is closely monitoring all communications and guidance as it becomes available. This information is for students and staff and reflects updates from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and Public Health England (PHE). We are prepared to escalate our contingency arrangements in the event of change.

The government is monitoring the situation closely and will continue to work with the WHO and international community. For staff and students, it remains business as usual across our sites and our workplaces.

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General guidance for those planning visits to Wuhan or other destinations in China

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) maintains updated travel advice for those planning a trip to Wuhan or other destinations in China. This is available at:

www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/china

Note

This advice is derived from The Department of Health and Social Care will be publishing updated data on a daily basis at 2pm until further notice:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-information-for-the-public#situation-in-the-uk

Supplementary Q&A for individuals wishing to know more around how the UK is managing the risk:

https://publichealthmatters.blog.gov.uk/2020/01/23/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-what-you-need-to-know/