OCR National in Science Level 2
Curriculum Area: Science
Course Outline:
This course is entirely portfolio work covering 3 compulsory units in the first year and 3 more units in subsequent years. The work covers aspects of Science which relate to Basic practice in Science; Materials; Universe and Humanity. It is designed for students who wish to have a general overview of science but probably do not wish to follow this core subject beyond KS4.
This course is entirely portfolio work covering 3 compulsory units in the first year and 3 more units in subsequent years. The work covers aspects of Science which relate to Basic practice in Science; Materials; Universe and Humanity. It is designed for students who wish to have a general overview of science but probably do not wish to follow this core subject beyond KS4.
- To gain a Pass you need to complete a series of set portfolio tasks.
- To gain a Merit you need to show evidence that you have produced some individual work in your portfolio.
- To gain a Distinction you need to have worked independently on the portfolio tasks.
Target Level: Any student gaining Foundation Years (KS3) Level 4 or 5 in Science.
Level of Award:
Level 2 Certificate. Equivalent to 4 GCSE's.
Level 2 Certificate. Equivalent to 4 GCSE's.
End of Course Target:
Students who achieve a distinction may be considered for A Level & IBDP Sciences.
Students who achieve a distinction may be considered for A Level & IBDP Sciences.
Students who have taken this course in the past rated it:
Course feedback from past students:
I don't like doing exams so this suits me more.
I like the fact that I always know exactly what I have to do to pass this course.
You have to keep up with the coursework, so there's no slacking at any time.
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