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Core Science (One GCSE)
- is a single GCSE qualification, the basic building block
- must be taken by all students nationally – it is not an option
- covers all of the Key Stage 4 Programme of Study
- highlights the scientific process and the implications of Science for society
- is written in an enquiring style
- is assessed by 6 multiple choice exams at the end of each module
- includes a straightforward centre-assessed practical unit (25%)
- for more details, visit the AQA website
The following modules are studied:
- Biology 1A (B1a) Human Biology
- Biology 1B (B1b) Evolution and Environment
- Chemistry 1A (C1a) Products from Rocks
- Chemistry 1B (C1b) Oils, Earth and Atmosphere
- Physics 1A (P1a) Energy and Electricity
- Physics 1B (P1b) Radiation and the Universe
Assessment will be by GCSE modular examinations each term. Each exam is worth 12.5% of the GCSE.
Pupils opting to study Core and Additional Science (“Double Science”) or Triple Science will study and be examined on 2 Core modules each term, so will have completed the Core GCSE by the end of Year 10. The remaining few who choose Core Science only (“Single Science”) will study only one module per term,three in Year 10 and three in Year 11.
25% of the GCSE will be assessed by an internally sat and marked “Investigative Skills Assessment” (ISA). Pupils will have three attempts at this.
