2. OPTIONS
Science Combination Remarks
2 Pure Sciences • Most challenging
- Chemistry and Physics • Needs to score A1 in Science and
Math, and do well in EL, Humanities
Pure Science + Comb.Science • If interested in Biology
- Biology + Sc(Phy/Chem) • Involves 3 Science disciplines
Combined Science • Generally easier to score quality
- Science(Phy/Chem) grades
• Will be able to do one other subject,
namely, POA, D&T, F&N, Art
3. Pure Sciences Science
(Phy/Chem)
Contents One discipline 2 disciplines; about
75% of contents of
pure subject
Grading 100% of one discipline 50% of Sc Physics
50% of Sc Chem
Written 80% of total 85% of total
Exam Less recall questions More recall questions
More application Less application
questions, including questions
data-based questions
Practical 20% of total 15% of total
Exam
4. PRACTICAL EXAMINATION
Pure Sciences Science (Phy/Chem)
SPA (20%) One Practical Exam
3 Assessments throughout (15%)
2 years – End of Sec 4
- Performing & Observing One question each for
- Analysing Physics and Chemistry
- Planning Investigations
(involves checklist for assessing skills)
5. SCHOOL-BASED SCIENCE PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
Candidates will be assessed in the following skill sets:
Skill Set 1 Performing and Observing
- perform an experiment using familiar apparatus, materials and
techniques safely and methodically
- make relevant and accurate observations or measurements
- record results in an appropriate manner
Skill Set 2 Analysing
- process results,
- identify and comment on a key source of error
- draw conclusions consistent with obtained results
Skill Set 3 Planning
- analyse a practical problem and produce an appropriate
procedure for the investigation
6. How to decide ?
1. Ability in Science
2. Interest in Science
3. Career choice
4. Post-secondary options
