Why is triple science better than combined?

As previously discussed, the Triple Science course delves into more detail and teaches you little nuggets that the Combined simply won't cover. If you went into your A-Level class as one of only a handful who had taken the Combined option, you may find yourself playing catch-up before the course has even begun!

What are the extra topics in triple science?

The Triple Science option includes extra topics but also covers content from Combined Science in more depth. Additional Triple Science topics include: Astronomy, Transition Metals and Alloys, Chemical and Fuel Cells, Nanochemistry, Static Electricity and more.

What's the difference between combined and separate sciences?

GCSE Combined Science is a double-award qualification, meaning that students study a broad range of scientific topics but receive only one qualification, worth 2 GCSEs. Typically, the course covers Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, with less depth than Separate Science courses.

What are the benefits of triple science?

For pupils wishing to enter careers in medicine, engineering or veterinary science the benefits of study triple science are immense as it offers depth of knowledge, better future career prospects, and improved overall academic development.

Is combined science better than single science?

Combined Science content contains the same specification statements as found in Separate Sciences. Therefore, these are identical in level and demand in both Combined and Separate Sciences and are examined as such. The extra content found in Separate Sciences is not more difficult but just extra topics.

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Should I do triple or combined science?

As previously discussed, the Triple Science course delves into more detail and teaches you little nuggets that the Combined simply won't cover. If you went into your A-Level class as one of only a handful who had taken the Combined option, you may find yourself playing catch-up before the course has even begun!

Is it better to do triple science?

What are the advantages of taking triple science? Given that triple science goes in more depth, it makes the transition from GCSE to post-16 science subjects easier. In a similar vein, triple science gives you more preparation for a science apprenticeship or degree.

Is Triple science pure?

In triple science, you will be taking pure Biology, pure Chemistry, and pure Physics with combined humanities.

Does everyone do triple science?

Everyone has to at least take core GCSE science but it's not compulsory to take GCSE biology, physics and chemistry separately. It may be tempting to choose to do just one or two options for GCSE science, but there are many good reasons to consider taking all three separately.

Why is it called triple science?

Triple Award Science, commonly referred to as Triple Science, results in three separate GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics and provide the broadest coverage of the main three science subjects. The qualifications are offered by the four main awarding bodies in England; AQA, Edexcel, OCR, CIE and Eduqas.

Is combined or triple science harder?

Indeed, students should consider this option, even if they have not achieved a high grade in science thus far and instead are achieving more average grades. It is important to note that triple science will always be more difficult as there is less focus on exploring key concepts in detail.

Why choose combined science?

Unlike single science courses, Combined Science evaluates your performance across all three subjects. So if you're looking for an all-rounder science qualification, Combined Science is the one for you.

Can you get a 9 in combined science?

Students taking separate science GCSEs will get a grade from 9 to 1 for each subject, with 9 being the highest grade. Students studying combined science will receive an award worth two GCSEs, consisting of two equal or adjacent grades from 9 to 1 (9-9, 9-8, 8-8, 8-7, 7-7…to 1-1).

How many subjects is triple science?

Triple Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) each GCSE will consist of two 105 minute examinations (6 in total). These examinations will be available in higher and foundation tier.

What grade do u need to get to be in triple science?

The Triple Science Qualification will be offered as an option to students who meet the entry requirements. It is recommended that students should have an end of Year 9 anticipated grade of 6d or above. This would allow students to access the more challenging Triple content.

Is Triple science the same as trilogy?

Double Award Science (also known as 'Combined Science' or 'Trilogy') is where students study all three sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) but end up with two GCSEs.

Can I change to triple science?

No. Triple Science is completely optional. In some schools, you are automatically entered into triple science if you are in the top sets. However the school should move you down to a lower set if you really don't want to take triple science.

Do you need triple science for psychology?

For most universities, you'll need to have studied at least one science or maths-based subject at A-level (this includes psychology, biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, geography, economics, statistics and computing). Typically, general studies or critical thinking subjects are not accepted.

Do universities accept combined science?

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Some degrees require you to achieve a specific grade in Biology, Chemistry or Physics. We will also accept Double Award Science, Trilogy, or Double Award Combined / Co-Ordinated Science to meet this requirement.

Is double science better than triple science?

Triple Award Science is generally viewed as a bigger commitment and students taking this option will typically have more Science lessons per week on their timetables than students taking Double Award Science because there is more content to cover.

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How do triple science grades work?

You get two grades for studying three sciences. Why? Only the students who study the three sciences as separate subjects get three GCSEs, graded from graded from 9 (highest) to 1 (lowest) for each.

Why are there 2 grades for combined science?

Why a double grade? Since students will have covered two GCSEs' worth of content and the overall exam time is similar to that for two GCSEs, it's right that the grade they get recognises that.

Is Combined science harder than pure science?

Difficulty Level

It goes without saying that Pure Science is a lot more academically challenging and rigorous than Combined Science. Science is branched out into 3 fields: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The Combined Science subject only covers roughly 75% of its Pure Science counterpart.

Is 43 in Combined science a pass?

For Combined Science this means that it would equate to a grade 4-4 being a standard pass. Remember that for Progress 8 measures, the two grades attained by a student in Combined Science are averaged, so a grade 4-3 would be averaged to a 3-5 and count towards two slots in the accountability measures.