Level 1 Science
1SCI Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs A. Wilson
This course is designed to allow students to become literate in key Scientific issues and fluent in Scientific inquiry. There is a strong theme of investigatory and research skills.
Recommended Prior Learning
Open Entry
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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A.S. 90925 v3
Biology 1.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with direction
Assessments: Term: 1, Week: 11 |
1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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A.S. 90926 v3
Biology 1.2 - Report on a biological issue
Assessments: Term: 3, Week: 10 |
1 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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|
A.S. 90930 v3
Chemistry 1.1 - Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction
Assessments: Term: 2, Week: 6 |
1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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|
A.S. 90944 v4
Science 1.5 - Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases
Assessments: Term: 4, Week: 5 |
1 |
E |
4 |
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A.S. 90946 v3
Science 1.7 - Investigate the implications of the properties of metals for their use in society
Assessments: Term: 1, Week: 6 |
1 |
I |
4 |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 15 credits.
This course leads to all courses offered at Level 2 in the Science department.
Disclaimer
The courses we offer are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.