Samir Rashid

Physics qualification enables learners to: • learn about unifying patterns and themes in physics and use them in new and
changing situations • acquire knowledge and understanding of physical facts, terminology, concepts, principles and
practical techniques • apply the principles and concepts of physics, including those related to the applications of physics,
to different contexts • evaluate physical information, making judgements on the basis of this information • appreciate
the practical nature of physics, developing experimental and investigative skills based on correct and safe laboratory
techniques • analyse, interpret and evaluate data and experimental methods, drawing conclusions that are consistent
with evidence from experimental activities and suggesting possible improvements and further investigations • recognise
the importance of accurate experimental work and reporting scientific methods in physics • select, organise and present
relevant information clearly and logically using appropriate vocabulary, definitions and conventions • develop a logical
approach to problem solving in a wider context • select and apply appropriate areas of mathematics relevant to physics
as set out under each topic • prepare for more advanced courses in physics and for other courses that require
knowledge of physics.
Chemistry qualification enables learners to: • learn about unifying patterns and themes in chemistry and use them in
new and changing situations • acquire knowledge and understanding of chemical facts, terminology, concepts, principles
and practical techniques • apply the principles and concepts of chemistry, including those related to the applications of
chemistry, to different contexts • evaluate chemical information, making judgements on the basis of this information •
appreciate the practical nature of chemistry, developing experimental and investigative skills based on correct and safe
laboratory techniques • analyse, interpret and evaluate data and experimental methods, drawing conclusions that are
consistent with evidence from experimental activities and suggesting possible improvements and further investigations
• recognise the importance of accurate experimental work and reporting scientific methods in chemistry • select,
organise and present relevant information clearly and logically using appropriate vocabulary, definitions and
conventions • develop a logical approach to problem solving in a wider context. • select and apply appropriate areas of
mathematics relevant to chemistry as set out under each topic • prepare for more advanced courses in chemistry and
for other courses that require knowledge of chemistry.
ICT qualification enables learners to: • explore how digital technology impacts on the lives of individuals, organisations
and society • learn about current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by their use in a range of
contexts by individuals and organisations • develop awareness of the risks that are inherent in using ICT and the features
of safe, secure and responsible practice • broaden and enhance their ICT skills and capability • work with a range of
digital tools and techniques to produce effective ICT solutions in a range of contexts • learn how to reflect critically on
their own and others’ use of ICT and how to adopt safe, secure and responsible practice.