Human Health & Physiology GCSE AQA 4415

Part Time

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Course Code

QMS2GS01/BCP0

Course Level

Level 2

Where will this course lead?

This course is ideal for you if you wish to gain an understanding of the science behind the Human body and the qualification will allow you to progress onto a Level 3 science course as well as teacher training courses for Primary Education.

What will I study?

You will have in depth understanding of:

Cells and tissues
Digestive, Reproductive and Nervous systems
Genetics & Genetic engineering
Pathogens & Disease
The Immune Response
Cancer & its treatments
21st Century Health

In addition, students will conduct practical experiments in the laboratory under supervision & in strict accordance with College's Health & Safety policies.

http://store.aqa.org.uk/qual/newgcse/pdf/AQA-4415-W-SP.PDF to download the full 2011 specification.

How will this course be delivered?

Approximately 75% of the lessons will be lecture-based and the remainder 25% will be laboratory sessions.

What qualifications will I get?

GCSE in Human Health and Physiology

How will I be assessed?

One 2 hour written paper set by the awarding body (AQA) comprising of 75% of the total marks.
One 45 min written exercise based on the student's own experimental work - this is internally assessed coursework worth 25% of the final mark.

How do I get a place on the course?

Places are offered by interview and an initial assessment test.

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required, although an interest in science and work experience in the science industry will greatly enhance your chances of passing the diagnostic test.

If you have a Learning Difficulty or Disability please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application we can help with this too.

What else do I need to know?

The course is run as a 2 hour evening classes. You may find it useful to visit the AQA website below for further information before you apply:

http://web.aqa.org.uk/qual/newgcses/science/new/human_overview2.php?id=03&prev=03b for general overview of the course.

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

What can I do after this course?

Progress onto AS Level Biology/Human Biology; Level 3 Access to HE Science programme; Primary Education teacher training.

Is there anything else I will have to pay for in order to do this course?

You will need to purchase the recommended text book for this course.

Contact

Blossomfield Campus

Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB

Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 628 7005
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk

Have you got a question about this course?

Please contact Admissions on 0121 678 7000 with any queries.

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