Pre GCSE Science
GCSE
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
GCSE
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
1 Year
Pre GCSE Science Centres: City Academy Saltley: Length: 1 Year. Attendance: 3 hours per week. Start date: September. Times: Daytime. Qualification: You will achieve an Entry Level certificate in Science. This specification is set by AQA (4948). Entry Requirements: 16-19 year olds, wishing to study a full time Pre-GCSE programme, require GCSEs at grade E or above. This should include a science.
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About this course
16-19 year olds, wishing to study a full time Pre-GCSE programme, require GCSEs at grade E or above. This should include a science related subject. If you do not meet these requirements, or are aged over 19, you'll be asked to complete an initial assessment to help us make sure this is the right level course for you.
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Subjects
- Scientific unit
- Medical
- Medicare
- Medical Science
- Medical Research
- Medication
- Chemistry Research
- Biology
- Biology Science
- Science
Course programme
Pre GCSE Science
Centres:
City Academy Saltley :
Length:
1 Year
Attendance:
3 hours per week
Start date:
September
Times:
Daytime
Qualification:
You will achieve an Entry Level certificate in Science. This specification is set by AQA (4948)
Course Content:
You will study five units, covering the subjects of biology, chemistry and physics. The course includes the following. Life processes and living things; Materials and their properties; Physical processes. Students will carry out practical coursework assessments which account for 25% of the final grade.
16-19 year olds are expected to take at least 4 other subjects. They will be entered for the Entry Certificate. You will also be on a Curriculum 2000 programme, doing Key Skills in Communication, Application of Number and IT, plus enrichment sessions.
Progression:
Successful students have progressed to GCSE Science or other related vocational subjects.
What's the next step?
If you are sure this is the right course for you, you can either:
- Complete an application form and return it to the Admissions Offices at either Handsworth Campus or Fordrough Campus
- Come along to one of our main enrolment sessions
Pre GCSE Science