Course Assesment
Knowledge and skills are assessed in a variety of ways. This will include experimental and investigation work, projects, class discussions/presentations, written responses and homework. Pupils will undertake bot peer evaluation of classwork nd use these foms of assessment to set achievable short-term targets.
Progression and Careers
Pupils will be able to progress to National Qualifications at National 4 or National 5 Environmental Science in S4.
Environmental Scientists are involved in tackling issues such as global climate change, pollution, use of land and water resources and changes in wildlife habitats. It involves an understanding of scientific principles, economic influences and political action. This course provides a broad and up to date selection of ideas relevant to the central position of environmental science in society. You will investigate key areas of the living environment such as biodiversity and interdependence. The skills that you learn while studying Environmental Science, such as investigating, critical thinking, project management and survey techniques are valuable in a wide variety of industry sectors including renewable energy, forestry and environmental conservation and agriculture
Topics
Environmental Science
Environmental Science is one of the subjects delivered by the Science Faculty. The aim of this course is to provide pupils with a broad experience
