Year 11 Combined
Year 11 Curriculum Plan – Combined Science Trilogy GCSE
Overview of Course Content:
Combined Science is similar to the previous Core and Additional Science GCSEs, and a double award: equivalent to two GCSEs.
Learning will be assessed by:
There are six papers at the end of Year 11: two Biology, two Chemistry and two Physics. Each of the papers will assess knowledge and understanding from distinct topic areas.
How each paper is assessed:
Written exam: 1 hour 15 minutes
Foundation and Higher Tier
70 marks
16.7% of GCSE
Questions: Multiple choice, structured, closed short answer, and open response.
Controlled assessment/Coursework:
There will be no coursework or controlled assessment
Websites to support learning:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/ (Students need to look at the AQA topics)
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science#bm-GCSE (Students will be able to look at the specification for each subject and past exam papers)
www.getrevising.co.uk
http://www.docbrown.info/
Planned Support:
Revision guides will be available for purchase. If any further information is required please contact Mrs Janine Sedgwick, Head of Science: jsedgwick@theacademyselsey-tkat.org
Home learning is set on www.collinsconnect.co.uk or paper copies are available if required.
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Half term |
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Assessment |
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Autumn 1 |
Biology: Co-ordination & Control Photosynthesis Genetics Chemistry: Hydrocarbons |
For each topic students will complete an extended writing task, one or more set required practical tasks, a maths skills lesson and an end of module test to assess progress.
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Autumn 2 |
Chemistry: Chemical Analysis Physics: Forces Waves |
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Spring 1 |
Biology: Variation & Evolution Ecology Chemistry: The Atmosphere |
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Spring 2 |
Chemistry: Sustainable Development Physics: Electromagnetism |
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Summer 1 |
Revision and GCSE examinations |
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Summer 2 |
Revision and GCSE examinations |