Science

Science Department

Resource Links:	S1/S2 Science Materials Physics Materials Biology Materials Chemistry Materials
Brief summary of the aims of the department:	To provide a stimulating learning environment in which pupils can discover the exciting world of Science To develop pupils’ interest and enjoyment of the Sciences. To develop pupils’ scientific skills, knowledge and understanding of the world around them. To develop the ability of pupils to apply these scientific skills, knowledge and understanding to everyday situations. To develop the ability of pupils to solve scientific problems. To develop pupils’ practical skills in science in line with appropriate safety guidelines.
Courses / subjects delivered at all stages:	BGE Science National 4 to AH Biology National 4 to AH Chemistry National 4 to AH Physics
BGE topics covered:	S1 Science Term 1 States of Matter Cells, Reproduction & Genetics Term 2 Forces & Electricity Term 3 Ecosystems S2 Science Term 1 Acids, Alkalis & Metals Biotechnology Term 2 Light & Sound Periodic table Term 3 Astro Biology & Heat S3 Biology Life on Earth Cell Biology S3 Chemistry Chemical Change & Structure Natures Chemistry Chemistry in Society S3 Physics Waves & Radiation Dynamics & Space
Web Links:	CFE Resources Higher Biology Easter School Resources e chalk ( see teacher for username and password) BBC bitesize Scholar Evans 2 Chemweb ( see teacher for username and password) edbuzzm