In St. Joseph’s College, our science lessons are designed to stimulate and excite pupils’ curiosity about phenomena and events in world around them.
It is the objective of the science department to enable pupils to become well informed, confident citizens in an increasingly technological world. Pupils experience a variety of activities during their course of study and are given every opportunity to apply scientific knowledge and ideas to help them solve problems. It is our aim that pupils begin to make personal decisions and judgements based on their scientific knowledge on issues concerning personal health and well being, safety and the care of the environment, as well as equipping them with the important skills necessary in the world of work.
Key Stage 3- Programme of Study
Year 8
Investigating Science
Materials
Variety of life
Acids & alkalis
Electricity & magnetism
Growing up
Year 9
Staying Alive
States of matter
Our Universe
Sight & sound
Plants
Elements, mixtures & compounds
Year 10
The Active Body
Using Forces
Chemical Reactions
Variation
Energy
Key Stage 4
At Key Stage 4, there are 3 options open to students.
Students can study either CCEA Single Award Science or Double Award Science (both at foundation and higher tiers).
When studying single award science, students will complete 3 module exams as well as completing a controlled assessment task. Module exams are taken in Year 11 & 12 and successful completion of this course will result in the awarding of 1 GCSE grade.
When studying double award science, students will complete 6 module exams and at least 2 controlled assessment tasks. Module exams are taken in Year 11 & 12 and successful completion of this course will result in the awarding of 2 GCSE grades.
Students can also complete Entry Level Certificate Science, where they are awarded a Pass, Merit or Distinction.
