GCSE Human Physiology and Health

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WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
The course is for students who wish to add another GCSE science qualification to their current qualifications

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The Human Health and Physiology specification enables students to gain an informed insight into how the human body works, the structures that make it work and how to keep the body healthy.

Key aspects of the specification include nutrition, blood and circulation, defence against disease and 21st century health.

Course textbook: Human Health and Physiology by Niva Miles (Nelson Thornes)

Examination Structure and Board

Examination Structure:

The GCSE programme consists of the following components of assessment:

Unit 1 written paper (2 hours) of 10 /16 compulsory short answer/structured questions/longer prose questions -120 marks

Unit 2 investigative skills assignment and a practical skills assessment - 40 marks

There are 2 tiers of assessment: Foundation (G-C) and Higher (D-A)

Examination Board AQA

HOW WILL I LEARN?
Task-based learning is the teaching and learning style that we adopt at the

College. This will involve you having weekly set challenges with clear deadlines that will be monitored by key tutors, with extra support available as needed. Tasks will be discussed and debated mainly in small groups with or without a tutor although more tutors are available as learning support is offered in the class rather than outside the main timetable. This means that you will be able to work at your own pace according to your ability and it will be easier for those of you who have questions or do not understand, to see help outside a formal lecture room setting.

WHAT CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO?
AS Human Biology or equivalent level of study

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Mode of study

As an individual subject, day for up to 2.5 hours per week (including tutorial) for 1 year.

Study time For success in GCSE it is recommended that students study for between 2 and 4 hours in addition to their time spent attending classes.

Duration All GCSE subjects are studied over one

academic year (33 Weeks)

Progression: Success in this subject will enable you to progress to study at a higher level in this and related subjects.

Type of Study :: Course Duration :: Course reference number :: Start Date :: Tutorial Fees :: Material Fees :: Exam Fees
part time GC001 September 2010 199 0 53