Environmental Science

Assessment

Assessments Paper 1 What's assessed • The physical environment • Energy resources • Pollution • Research methods Students will be expected to draw on knowledge and understanding of the entire course of study to show a deeper understanding of the interconnections between topics. How it's assessed • Written exam: 3 hours • 120 marks • 50% of A-level Questions A combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions Paper 2 What's assessed • The living environment • Biological resources • Sustainability • Research methods Students will be expected to draw on knowledge and understanding of the entire course of study to show a deeper understanding of the interconnections between topics. How it's assessed • Written exam: 3 hours • 120 marks • 50% of A-level Questions A combination of multiple choice, short answer and extended writing questions.