GCSE Combined or Triple Science

Course summary

What we cover in our Science course All pupils must study Sciences at GCSE. The best outcome is for pupils to go on to study the sciences further, and we have a large number of scientists completing A Level at this school. However, we want all of our pupils to become critical and engaged citizens, regardless of future career choices. The skills developed in the course enable our pupils to understand scientific developments as they emerge, empowering them to make informed decisions for themselves in the future. What do successful pupils who study this subject go onto at A Level, degree or career? Pupils can go on to study A Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or a Level 3 Applied Science course from both the Combined and Triple Science route. This leads to a huge variety of degree options and career options. How can pupils/parents help prepare pupils for Year 10? Pupils should be working hard already, spending at least 30 minutes a week going back over work covered in class. Revision guides are available to purchase through the school at the beginning of Year 10. If parents would like to buy these earlier, we recommend the CGP revision guides and workbooks. Are there any trips or visits that take place to support the course? There is a large variety of free science museums and lectures available in London, and pupils are directed to these opportunities as they arise throughout the year. Any other points specific to the subject? A minority of pupils (approx. 60-70 per year) complete the Triple Science course. The decision as to which pupils these are is made by the school, who will decide based on pupils’ performance (engagement, interest, attainment) at Key Stage 3 and in the first months of the course. The Triple Science course is extremely demanding, so we pick the pupils carefully who we know can manage the extra challenge.