Level 1 Science in Context
Level 1
Course Code: 1SSCC
Who can I talk to: Miss Ashford
Through a range of practical science investigations students will develop their self-management and ability to communicate with others. Students will develop critical thinking skills as they link observations to theory and their daily lives. Students will explore the use of a range of scientific symbols and vocabulary.
Course Information
What Knowledge Will I Develop?
Students will gain an understanding of important living, physical and material world concepts which occur in their daily lives. Students will build electrical circuits to develop their understanding of the applications of electricity in daily life. Students will develop their understanding of the different factors which affect chemical reactions. Students will develop their research skills as they investigate biological factors which affect humans. This course is suitable for students who intend to study one senior science course.
How Will The Course Contribute To My Qualification?
| Code | Title | Credits | Internal | External | Core | Optional | L1 Literacy | L1 Numeracy | UE Reading | UE Writing | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90944 | Science 1.5 – Demonstrate understanding of aspects of acids and bases | 4 | y | y | 19-11-2021 | ||||||
| 90941 | Science 1.2 – Investigate implications of electricity and magnetism for everyday life | 4 | y | y | 24-06-2021 | ||||||
| 90926 | Biology 1.2 – Report on a biological issue | 3 | y | y | y | 09-07-2021 | |||||
| 90925 | Biology 1.1 – Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context, with direction | 4 | y | y | y | 16-04-2021 | |||||
| 90935 | Physics 1.1 – Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a linear mathematical relationship, with direction | 4 | y | y | 14-08-2021 | ||||||
| 90930 | Chemistry 1.1 – Carry out a practical chemistry investigation, with direction | 4 | y | y | y | 16-04-2021 |
Credits: 19-23
Does this course provide a pathway to University Entrance? Yes
Entry Requirements
With HOD approval.
Course Related Costs
No course costs for students.
Companion Subjects
Mathematics and a literacy rich subject
Subject Combination Notes
Not applicable
