Year 10 Learning
Most students at The Herewoode Academy will study Combined Science. This qualification is equivalent to two GCSE qualifications covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics, which will inspire and challenge students of all abilities and aspirations.
Some students will be offered the opportunity to study Triple Science which is equivalent to three GCSE qualifications.
Combined Science
Qualification
AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy
Link to examining body: https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/combined-science-trilogy-8464
Link to specification: https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/science/specifications/AQA-8464-SP-2016.PDF
An introduction to the course
Combined Science is a course that will be taught over two years. This qualification is linear and will be the equivalent to two GCSE qualifications covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics, which will inspire and challenge students of all abilities and aspirations.
What the course involves
Biology
- Cell biology
- Ecology
- Organisation
- Bioenergetics
- Homeostasis and response
- Infection and response
- Inheritance, variation and evolution
Chemistry
- Quantitative chemistry
- Organic chemistry
- Chemical changes
- Chemistry of the atmosphere
- Energy changes
- Chemical analysis
- Using resources
- The rate and extent of chemical change
- Atomic structure and the periodic table
- Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter
Physics
- Forces
- Energy
- Waves
- Electricity
- Particle model of matter
- Atomic structure
- Magnetism and electromagnetism
How the course is assessed
You will sit all your exams at the end of the course. The course covers Biology, Chemistry and Physics in equal measure and all three disciplines will be examined at the end of Year 11 in six, 1 hour and 15 minute exams.
Career Opportunities
There is a vast range of career opportunities from studying Science which can be carried out in a variety of settings: from hospitals and laboratories to factories and crime scenes to beauty salons, plumbing and electrical works.
Post-16 opportunities
If successful in this course students could develop their skills further by studying:
- BTEC Applied Science Level 3
- A-Level Science courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Applied Sciences.
Required resources/equipment for the course
- Scientific calculator
- CGP revision book and workbook (which can be purchased from the school)
For further information contact:
Mrs Bradley (Head of Science) or your science teacher.
Triple Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
Qualifications
AQA GCSE Biology
Link to examining body: https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/biology-8461
Link to specification: https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/biology/specifications/AQA-8461-SP-2016.PDF
AQA GCSE Chemistry
Link to examining body: https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/chemistry-8462
Link to specification: https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/chemistry/specifications/AQA-8462-SP-2016.PDF
AQA GCSE Physics
Link to examining body: https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/physics-8463
Link to specification: https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/physics/specifications/AQA-8463-SP-2016.PDF
An introduction to the course
Triple Science is a course that will only be taught to those students who have scored the highest grades at the end of Year 9. This qualification is linear and means that you will sit all your exams at the end of the course. You will achieve separate GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
What the course involves
Biology
- Cell biology
- Ecology
- Infection and response
- Organisation
- Homeostasis and response
- Bioenergetics
- Inheritance, variation and evolution
Chemistry
- Quantitative chemistry
- Using resources
- Chemical changes
- Chemical analysis
- Energy changes
- Organic chemistry
- The rate and extent of chemical change
- Chemistry of the atmosphere
- Atomic structure and the periodic table
- Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter
Physics
- Waves
- Magnetism and electromagnetism
- Particle model of matter
- Forces
- Atomic structure
- Electricity
- Space physics (physics only)
- Energy
How the course is assessed
Each subject will be examined at the end of Year 11 in two, 1 hour and 45 minute exams, resulting in a total of 6 exams to achieve 3 GCSEs.
Career Opportunities
This is a course for those who want to follow a career in science or follow a higher education science course. There is a vast range of career opportunities from studying Science which can be carried out in a variety of settings: from hospitals and laboratories to factories and crime scenes to demolition and design of structures.
Post-16 opportunities
Triple Science provides a firm foundation for students to progress to A-Level Science. It also provides progression to other Level 3 qualifications for students wanting to pursue a more vocational route.
Required resources/equipment for the course
- Scientific calculator
- CGP revision book and workbook (which can be purchased from ParentPay at a discounted rate when purchased together)
For further information contact:
Mrs Bradley (Head of Science) or your science teacher.
In Year 10, students will build on the knowledge and skills gained at Key Stage 3. Students will study Biology, Chemistry and Physics throughout the year. Biology is the study of life where students will learn how animals and plants co-exist, how the human body functions and responds to disease. Chemistry is the study of the material world, students will learn how scientific methods and theories have developed over time and the power and limitations of Science, considering ethical issues in their learning. Physics promotes the understanding of the rules that apply to how objects interact. It also considers how everyday objects and systems work and interact, developing students’ interest and curiosity about the world we live in.
| Term | Learning Cycle | Key Concepts |
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| Autumn 1 | Biology Paper 1 - Plant Biology Disease and Human Defence Systems |
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| Autumn 2 | Periodic Table Structure and Bonding |
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| Spring 1 | Chemical Changes Energy Changes |
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| Spring 2 | Energy |
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| Summer 1 | Electricity Radioactivity |
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| Summer 2 | Homeostasis and Hormones Genetics |
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Autumn Knowledge (Year 10)
Spring Knowledge (Year 10)
Summer Knowledge (Year 10)