Applied Sciences

Assessment

This qualification contains externally assessed and internally assessed units. Externally assessed units are assessed by written examination. Internally assessed units are externally moderated by AQA. Year 12 Units: -Unit 1 Key Concepts in Science. Here you will learn a mix of Biology, Chemistry and Physics content at a GCSE/AS level standard. This will be assessed in an external exam and is 33% of your year 12 grade. Unit 2 Applied Experimental Techniques. Here you will complete 6 experiments and write them up as reports. This is internally assessed and is worth 33% of your year 12 grade. Unit 3 Science in the Modern World. Here you will learn how to Analyse and evaluate scientific information and develop critical thinking skills. This will be assessed in an external exam with pre-released material. This is worth 33% of your year 12 grade.