S1/2 Science

Pupils will have follow a common science course in S1 and S2 covering second and third level CfE experiences and outcomes.

S1 
Pupils will study the following topics, 2 are Biology topics, 2 are Chemistry and 2 are Physics. This means that over the course of the year S1 pupils experience all aspects of Science.
Healthier Scotland – Biology
Cells and Reproduction – Biology
Matter – Chemistry
Periodic Table – Chemistry
Forces and Space – Physics
Eco-Home – Physics
Energy for Life

S2
Pupils will study the following topics, 2 are Biology topics, 2 are Chemistry and 2 are Physics. This means that over the course of the year S2 pupils experience all aspects of Science, this will give S2 pupils a good understanding of each discrete Science so they can more easily make their subject choices for S3.
World of Plants – Biology
The Human Body – Biology
Acids & Alkalis – Chemistry 
Chemical Reactions – Chemistry
Electricity – Physics
Optics – Physics