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Science
Faculty Aims
· develop curiosity and understanding of the environment and my place in the living, material and physical world
· demonstrate a secure knowledge and understanding of the big ideas and concepts of the sciences
· develop skills for learning, life and work
· develop the skills of scientific inquiry and investigation using practical techniques
· develop skills in the accurate use of scientific language, formulae and equations
· apply safety measures and take necessary action to control risk and hazards
· recognise the impact the sciences make on my life, the lives of others, the environment and on society
· recognise the role of creativity and inventiveness in the development of the sciences
· develop an understanding of the Earth’s resources and the need for responsible use of them
· express opinions and make decisions on social, moral, ethical, economic and environmental issues based upon sound understanding
· develop as a scientifically-literate citizen with a lifelong interest in the sciences
· establish the foundation for more advanced learning and future careers in the sciences and the technologies.
Department Teaching Staff
Miss L Brown (Acting Faculty Head of Science) – Science and Chemistry
Miss S Asif - Science and Biology
Mr F Reynolds - Science and Biology
Mrs J Cruden - Science, Biology and Chemistry
Miss R Martin - Science and Chemistry
Miss A Kilpatrick - Science and Physics
Technician Staff
Mr M McGrath
Twitter - @StRochsScience
Department Courses/Levels
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Year Group
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Courses
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S1 and S3
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CfE Science
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S4
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Biology
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National 4 and National 5 Biology
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Chemistry
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National 4 and National 5 Chemistry
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Physics
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National 4 and National 5 Physics
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S5/6
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Biology
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National 4 and National 5 Biology,
Higher Human Biology,
Advanced Higher Biology
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Chemistry
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National 4 and National 5 Chemistry,
Higher Chemistry,
Advanced Higher Chemistry
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Physics
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National 4 and National 5 Physics,
Higher Physics,
Advanced Higher Physics
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