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PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Option 5
Why consider Physical Science?• Gateway subject to a number of courses at university• Keeps your tertiary study options open• Develops a structured thought process• Develops grit• Teaches problem-solving skills• Unveils the workings of the world around you.
When should you not consider Physical Science?• If you struggle with Mathematics.• Mathematics is now required for Physical Science in Grade 12. • If you change to Mathematics Literacy, you will have to change from Physical
Science.• We recommend that you are achieve at least 60% in Mathematics in Grade 9.
• If you have no desire to do the subject.
What should you expect in Physical Science?• Separate Physics and Chemistry• 2 teachers• 2 exams• One week of each• One mark
• No option to do one or the other – have to do both