Science in Society meeting needs in particular circumstances
[2] Science in Society (particularly the AS course) has been successfully used to meet particular requirements in a number of situations. The elements that are drawn upon vary but they include:
- examination of issues can take place at many levels making the course suitable for mature students
- the course is recognised as a science qualification where GCSE science is required
- there is no practical requirement
- the textbook and complete web resources allow use for distance learning or individual tuition
- the generic skills developed are valued in many areas
[3]Examples of students successfully completing a course in AS Science in Society include:
- adult students in community evening course;
- mature students on ‘higher education access’ course;
- students in penal institutions, both adolescent units and adult prison;
- students preparing for the BMAT examination for entry to medical school;
- students who completed AS level with a low grade in a specialist science and were not able to continue that study to full A level.