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A Level Environmental science is the study of our planet, it will consider the impact that humans have and how living a more sustainable lifestyle will lessen the threat to the environment, It enables the development of many transferable skills including problem-solving, researching, and evaluating information and analysing data.
EXAMINATION BOARD: AQA
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Standard college entry requirements plus Grade 4 in GCSE Maths and grades 5 and 5 from GCSE Combined Science.
If you don’t meet these entry requirements, our Foundation Programme could help you start your journey at Blackpool Sixth.
a Level UCAS POINTS:
All A Level courses at Blackpool Sixth carry the same potential points based on the final grade.
Grade / UCAS Points:
A* / 56
A / 48
B / 40
C / 32
D / 24
E / 16
Why study A Level Environmental Science at Blackpool Sixth?
A Level Environmental Science is taught within a highly supportive and experienced Science department that is passionate about helping students develop a deeper understanding of the natural world and the environmental challenges facing society today. Students benefit from engaging lessons, high-quality learning resources and a wide range of teaching and assessment activities designed to build knowledge, confidence and critical thinking skills. Our approachable and nurturing staff create an environment where students feel valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential, with support sessions available throughout the course. Environmental Science students also have opportunities to enrich their learning beyond the classroom through involvement in the college’s Eco Action group and Eco Committee, wider Science department enrichment activities, and opportunities to engage with current environmental issues and sustainability initiatives across the college community. Environmental Science provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of university courses and careers related to sustainability, conservation, geography, environmental management and the wider sciences.
How will I be taught?
Combination of classroom teaching, practical assignments, and group work.
You will be asked to complete individual and group work activities to enable you to develop your understanding.
Teacher expertise
A team of teachers with 10-25 years experience. Between us, we have degrees in a wide range of specialisms, including applied and environmental biology, marine biology, chemistry, and physics. Many of our team have research experience and higher degrees.
What skills will I develop?
You will develop debating skills and participate in topical discussions, you will be able to structure well-balanced arguments and use data from different sources to analyse results
How will I be assessed?
100% exam with 2 papers (3 hours each) at the end of year 2.
You will be required to undertake at least two days of fieldwork. 15% of the overall assessment in the written papers will assess knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to practical work
What will you study and other information about A Level Environmental Science
- What will I study?
- The living environment
- The physical environment
- Energy resources
- Pollution
- Biological resources
- Sustainability
- Research methods
- Equipment
Stationery equipment including pen, pencil and ruler. Also a calculator – fx-85GT is recommended (approx. £6).
- Field trips, projects and employability opportunities
Students will carry out a minimum of two days of mandatory fieldwork in the local area. We are lucky that we are by the sea and this leads to exciting opportunities to conduct fieldwork locally.
There will be opportunities to attend lectures from guest speakers and visit local universities.
Where does it lead?
Possible university courses include ecology and wildlife conservation, environmental science, agriculture, geography, geology or climatology, and geobiology.
Helping you to find your dream career
Blackpool Sixth is dedicated to helping students achieve their future goals. We offer support to our students to help them find the best path for their chosen career.
To see how this course links to career pathways and to career academies which you could join, click the links below.
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