The syllabus develops a set of transferable skills including handling data, practical problem solving and applying the scientific method. Students learn the core principles and concepts that are fundamental to biology, chemistry and physics with a strong focus on practical skills.
The emphasis throughout is on developing an understanding of the science relevant to everyday life, and the associated scientific attitudes such as concern for accuracy and precision, objectivity, integrity, enquiry, initiative and inventiveness. Learners develop the scientific knowledge and associated transferrable skills that give a firm foundation for progression to further studies in science or vocational careers.