GCSE Core and Applied Science

GCSE

In Preston

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Description

  • Type

    GCSE

  • Location

    Preston

You will study the following subjects: Environment. Genes. Electrical and Chemical Signals. Use, Misuse and Abuse. Patterns in Properties. Making Changes. There's One Earth. Designer Products. Producing and Measuring Electricity. You're in Charge. Now You See It, Now You Don't. Space and its Mysteries

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Location

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Preston (Lancashire)
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St Vincent'S Road, PR2 8UR

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About this course

No formal requirements but a basic understanding at Key Stage 3 would be useful.

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GCSE Core and Applied Science

Course ID:
PC56071

Academy:
Maths, Science & ICT

Introduction:
The AQA Core Science course provides a good foundation for those planning to study any science at a higher level. It is also a national curriculum subject and is therefore a good choice for students wishing to progress to teaching courses.

Study Mode & Location:
This one year part-time course lasts for 6 hours per week and will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St. Vincent's Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
You will study the following subjects:

  • Environment
  • Genes
  • Electrical and Chemical Signals
  • Use, Misuse and Abuse
  • Patterns in Properties
  • Making Changes
  • There's One Earth
  • Designer Products
  • Producing and Measuring Electricity
  • You're in Charge
  • Now You See It, Now You Don't
  • Space and its Mysteries


Assessment:
Internal assessment (33%) in which practical skills are assessed and external assessment (67%) which consists of a number of multiple-choice tests which are available in January and June.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Satisfactory completion of this course can provide progression to an advanced level course. It can also enhance employment opportunities in Teaching and any other Science based career.

Additional Costs:
You may wish to purchase a suitable text book.

How To Apply
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GCSE Core and Applied Science

Course ID:
PC56071

Academy:
Maths, Science & ICT

Introduction:
The AQA Core Science course provides a good foundation for those planning to study any science at a higher level. It is also a national curriculum subject and is therefore a good choice for students wishing to progress to teaching courses.

Study Mode & Location:
This one year part-time course lasts for 6 hours per week and will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St. Vincent's Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
You will study the following subjects:

  • Environment
  • Genes
  • Electrical and Chemical Signals
  • Use, Misuse and Abuse
  • Patterns in Properties
  • Making Changes
  • There's One Earth
  • Designer Products
  • Producing and Measuring Electricity
  • You're in Charge
  • Now You See It, Now You Don't
  • Space and its Mysteries


Assessment:
Internal assessment (33%) in which practical skills are assessed and external assessment (67%) which consists of a number of multiple-choice tests which are available in January and June.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Satisfactory completion of this course can provide progression to an advanced level course. It can also enhance employment opportunities in Teaching and any other Science based career.

Additional Costs:
You may wish to purchase a suitable text book.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.

GCSE Core and Applied Science

Price on request