1. Science
Higher/National 5

2. What We Do
Develop and apply knowledge and understanding and problem solving skills.
Develop scientific enquiry and investigation, and analytical thinking skills.
Develop planning skills.
Understand the role of the sciences in society and on the environment.
Develop independent learning skills.

3. How We Do This
Use appropriate methodologies including active learning approaches.
Give feedback on progress to identify areas for development.
Give every pupil given opportunities to achieve.

4. Qualities for Success Determination to succeed and focus.
Take responsibility for learning.
Planning to meet deadlines.
Listen to and act on advice.
Access support in school.

5. Course Structure - Biology
Higher
National 5
3 Units
DNA and the Genome
Metabolism and Survival
Sustainability and Interdependence
Assignment
3 Units
Multicellular Organisms
Life on Earth
Cell Biology
Assignment

6. Course Structure - Chemistry
Higher
National 5
4 Units
Chemical Changes and structure
Natures Chemistry
Chemistry in Society
Researching Chemistry.
Assignment
3 Units
Natures Chemistry
Chemical Changes and Structure
Chemistry in Society.
Assignment

7. Course Structure - Physics
Higher
National 5
4 Units
Our Dynamic Universe
Particles and Waves
Electricity
Researching Physics.
Assignment
3 Units
Dynamics and Space
Electricity and Properties of matter.
Waves and Radiation.
Assignment

8. Internal Assessment Unit assessment for each unit (UASP).
Outcome 1 – Practical write -up

9. Final Exam Paper – 2 ½ hours
Assignment– (8 hours) Carried out and written up under exam conditions in school but externally marked.

10. November/January Prelim
Cut Off Points:
50% + - Pass
% - Near miss (D)
40 – 44%
35 – 39% Recommend 2-year/withdraw
34% or less.

11. Your Role Be supportive Ask about learning and progress
Watch for signs of stress
Access support in school
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