GCSE Combined Science: Synergy Specification Specification for first teaching in 2016
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We believe that science has something to offer every student, and that everyone needs some level of relevant scientific understanding.
That's why we have a suite of science qualifications for Key Stage 4 – so that students of all abilities and all aspirations can realise their potential.
Teachers have told us that:
We have divided the content into two main sections, which contain connections between areas of biology, physics and chemistry that sit together as part of good science.
Both sections include topics that draw together and apply key concepts. Examples in Life and environmental sciences include Radiation and risk and The Earth's atmosphere . In these topics, earlier work on atomic structure, waves and electromagnetic radiation is used to explain the effects of different types of radiation on human tissues and on the climate. An example in Physical sciences is Resources of materials and energy , which introduces life cycle assessment as a way of evaluating the impacts of using materials and energy to manufacture useful products.
There’s no better way to learn about science than through purposeful practical activities as part of day-to-day teaching and learning. Our 21 required practicals:
You’ll find even more support and guidance in our practical handbook, which includes recommendations and advice from teachers in the trial.
We’ve improved our question papers. You’ll find that our exams:
Over 3,000 students have sat our specimen question papers and they agree that they’re clearer and more straightforward than ever.
We are an educational charity focused on the needs of teachers and students. This means that we spend our income on improving the quality of our specifications, exams, resources and support.
You can find out about all our Combined Science: Synergy qualifications at aqa.org.uk/science
We’ve worked with experienced teachers to provide you with a range of resources that will help you confidently plan, teach and prepare for exams.
Visit aqa.org.uk/8465 to see all our teaching resources. They include:
Visit aqa.org.uk/8465 for everything you need to prepare for our exams, including:
Find out which questions were the most challenging, how the results compare to previous years and where your students need to improve. ERA, our free online results analysis tool, will help you see where to focus your teaching. Register at aqa.org.uk/era
For information about results, including maintaining standards over time, grade boundaries and our post-results services, visit aqa.org.uk/results
Time in the classroom is precious, but we understand that as your career develops, the skills and knowledge you need may change. As well as subject-specific training, we offer a range of courses to help boost your skills.
This is just the start . Our events calendar is full of different ways for you to learn, understand and be inspired. Find out more at aqa.org.uk/professional-development .
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