The Science Faculty at Christ the King believe that an understanding of Science is fundamental to a person’s success in modern society. We aim to provide a stimulating and engaging experience for pupils of all abilities. We will consistently challenge pupils to perform to the highest possible standard.

We continue to record improving results at both Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. Teaching in the faculty is inspiring, innovative and includes strategies that have allowed pupils’ understanding to further develop. Pupils will use many key skills that will prove useful to future employers or further study including the abilities to observe, analyse, research, and evaluate evidence and to present their findings confidently in written, oral or electronic form.

We offer a range of educational pathways to cater for the individual needs of all pupils. These pathways provide alternative routes through Key Stage 4 and onward to post-16 study and Higher Education. We also offer a range of enrichment activities to take our students beyond the curriculum.

Curriculum Content to follow

Examining body: Edexcel

The new 2016 GCSE course engages and enthuses our pupils.  The course is full of interesting and relevant science concepts that pupils can easily relate to meaning that their attainment and enjoyment of the science in enhanced. Skills in applying concepts and practical skills are a key focus.

What Science courses do we offer?

We offer two Science courses at KS4.

• GCSE Combined Science (2 GCSEs)

• GCSE Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (3 GCSEs)

Edexcel GCSE Combined Science

This course leads to the award of two GCSEs in Science.  Both will be awarded at the end of Year 11. The grades awarded for the two GCSEs may not be the same.  Years 9—11 Biology, Chemistry and Physics including the core practical tasks in each subject.

Assessment

6 external module examinations (2 for each science studied) in the summer term of Year 11.

All examinations are 1h 15 min and are worth 70 marks each

Practical skills will be assessed in each exam paper

How do I get more information?

If you need more information about the courses the following website may be useful:

https://qualifications.pearson.com

Progression routes for Science related courses.

• A level courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science in Society, Environmental Studies.

• BTEC Applied Science or Health and Social Care

• Level 2/3 courses in Applied Science (Forensics), Exercise and Fitness.

• Careers in analytical laboratory work, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary medicine, Forensics, Crime Scene Investigation, Criminology, Laboratory work, Police force, Research, Science Technician/Consultant, Toxicologist, Pharmaceuticals, Nanotechnology, Neuroscience.

POST 16 subject specific entry requirements to study Science related subjects.

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– A Level Biology— 5/6 in Biology (or two 5/6 grades Science) and 5/6 in Maths

– A Level Chemistry— 5/6 in Chemistry (or two 5/6 grades in Science) and 5/6 in Maths.

– A Level Physics— 5/6 in Physics (or two 5/6 grades in Science) and grade 5/6 in Maths

Southport College

Level 3 extended diploma course—5 GCSEs grade 9—4 or equivalent including English Language, Maths and Science or equivalent.

KGV—

– A Level Biology— 6 in Science or Biology and 5 in Maths.

– A level Chemistry—6 in Science or Chemistry and 5 in Maths

– A level Physics—6 in Science or Physics and 5 in Maths

Exam Board—Edexcel

Higher ability pupils will be able to opt to study on the Triple Science GCSE course.  This is where pupils are awarded a separate GCSE in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.  Any pupil wanting to opt for this course must do so as part of  their Year 8 Options selections.  This course contains all of the content from the GCSE Combined Science. The papers have the same topic split as Combined Science, except that Separate Science has more content added in to each topic of the specification

Assessment

6 external module examinations (2 for each Science studied) in the summer term of Year 11.
All examinations are 1h 45 min and are worth 100 marks each
Practical skills will be assessed in each exam paper

Requirements

Any pupil wishing to study on the Triple Science GCSE course must achieve a Level H+ or higher at the end of  Key Stage 3.

Please do not hesitate to contact Mr D Hemsley (Head of Science Faculty), Miss S Davies (Head of Chemistry/Key Stage 3) Mr Whittle (Head of Biology) if you need any further explanation or discussion about the Triple Science course.  There will be a description of the course available at the Year 8 Options Evening.

Progression routes for GCSE Triple Science.

A Level courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Science in Society, Environmental Studies.

BTEC Applied Science

Level 2/3 courses in Applied Science

Careers in analytical laboratory work, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Forensics, Crime Scene Investigation, Criminology, Laboratory work, Police Force, Research, Science Technician / Consultant, Toxicologist, Pharmaceuticals.

POST 16 subject specific entry requirements to study Science related subjects.

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A Level Biology— 5/6 in Biology or 5/6 grades in Science and recommended  grade 5/6 in Maths
A Level Chemistry— 5/6 in Chemistry or 5/6 grades in Science AND grade 5/6 in Maths
A Level Physics— 5/6 in Physics or 5/6 grades in Science AND grade 5/6 in Mathematics
BTEC Applied Science— five 4 grades at GCSE or equivalent (BTEC / OCRs at Merit).

Southport College

Level 2 course—3 GCSEs at Grade 2 or equivalent including English Language and Maths of Equivalent
Level 3 course—5 GCSEs grades 9 – 4 including English Language, Maths and Science or equivalent.

KGV

A Level Biology—6 in Additional Science OR Biology and 5 in Maths.
A level Chemistry— 6 in Chemistry or Additional Science AND 5 in Mathematics
A Level Physics—6 in Physics or Additional Science AND 5 in Mathematics.