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Year 8

The Year 8 Course is split into 5 modules

  • The Astronomer
  • The Chemist
  • The Farmer
  • The Personal Trainer
  • The Geologist

Each module looks at how science is used in each of the careers and builds upon work done in year 7. The modules are continually assessed through the use of Badger Assessments rather than end of unit tests.

The Astronomer
Students must be able to explain how:
  • astronomy and space science provide insight into the nature and observed motions of the sun, moon, stars, planets and other celestial bodies.
  • energy can be transferred usefully, stored, or dissipated, but cannot be created or destroyed.

    • The Chemist
    Students must be able to explain how:

  • elements consist of atoms that combine together in chemical reactions to form compounds.
  • elements and compounds show characteristic chemical properties and patterns in their behaviour.

    • The Farmer
    Students must be able to explain how:

  • human activity and natural processes can lead to changes in the environment.

    • The Personal Trainer
    Students must be able to explain how:

  • conception, growth, development, behaviour and health can be affected by diet, drugs and disease.
  • life processes are supported by the organisation of cells into tissues, organs and body systems.

    • The Geologist
    Students must be able to explain how:

  • geological activity is caused by chemical and physical processes.

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