Double Science GCSE
Course Overview
We believe that science has something to offer every student, and that everyone needs some level of relevant scientific understanding. Our course provides a science qualification for Level 2 students, enabling those of all abilities and aspirations to realise their potential.
The course covers all three sciences and has divided the content into two main sections, Biological Science and Physical Science, which make connections between the areas of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
There’s no better way to learn about science than through purposeful practical activities as part of day- to-day teaching and learning. Our practicals are clearly laid out in the specification, so you know exactly what’s required, and deliberately open, so they can be covered in a way that best suits students.
This one-year qualification enables you to extend your range of GCSE qualifications to progress to Level 3 courses, gaining the equivalent of two GCSEs. Working as part of a cohesive group, and receiving tutorial support and study skills assistance from our specialist staff, you will build the foundations and skills which will enable you to be successful on a Level 3 study programme.
Module Titles
- Building Blocks
- Transport over larger distances
- Interactions with Environment
- Explaining Change
- Building blocks for understanding
- Interactions over small and large distances
- Movement and interactions
- Guiding spaceship Earth towards a sustainable future
Key Info
Minimum Entry Requirements
- Three GCSEs at Grade 4 including:
- Grade 3 in GCSE English Language
- Grade 3 in GCSE Maths
- Grade 3 in GCSE Science
Students who have not achieved a Grade 4 in GCSE English and/or GCSE Maths must retake these as part of their study programme.
Assessment
- 100% Exam
- Exam Board: AQA
25
Total students
13
Average class size
Why choose this course?
You will enjoy this course if you approach the work with a positive attitude to self-improvement both in the grades you achieve and the study habits and skills you need. Knowing what you want to achieve and why is vital to your motivation, and your final level of achievement.
Skills you'll gain
A chance to make a fresh start and build up good study habits over the year to improve your GCSE scores, so you can access the courses you want to follow at Level 3 in Long Road in the next academic year.
After Long Road
Most of the GCSE Level 2 students successfully achieve the grades needed for them to continue into the Level 3 studies of their choice at Long Road. They are very often some of our best students in Level 3 classes due to their much improved study skills and their clear vision of their progression through and after Long Road.
I really enjoyed this year, and it was great to be treated as an adult and to have a second chance to get my work habits right
