Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 | KS4 Physics | KS4 Chemistry | KS4 Biology
KS4 Science A | KS4 Additional Science | KS4 Additional Applied Science

SCIENCE - AQA GCSE Additional Science

The course consists of 3 modules, during which ideas about “How Science Works” are developed.

Biology 2 includes:
Cells, Osmosis, Photosynthesis, Biomass, Carbon Cycle, Enzymes, Respiration, Homeostasis and Genetics.

Chemistry 2 includes:
Atomic Structure and Bonding, Types of Substance, Reversible Reactions, Rates of Reaction, Electrolysis and Making Salts.

Physics 2 includes:
Motion, Forces, Work, Momentum, Static Electricity, Electrical Circuits, Power, Radioactive decay and Nuclear Fission/Fusion.

 

Assessment information

Written Examinations (75%)

3 x 45 minute papers, each worth 25%, taken in the June of Year 11.

The papers assess the application of skills, knowledge and understanding of science and how science works within the contexts covered in the modules Biology 2, Chemistry 2 and Physics 2.

Practical Skills Centre-assessed Unit (25%)

This unit comprises an Investigative Skills Assignment which is normal practical work followed by a 45 minute test and a Practical Skills Teacher Assessment.