The study of science can help learners acquire critical thinking skills, develop experimental technique and foster curiosity about the world around us. Scientifically literate citizens can make informed decisions about their lives and will help Scotland tackle global challenges such as climate change.

Our aim as a department is to ensure that all young people within our learning community are given the opportunity to succeed in science through engaging and relevant curricular design. We strive to promote an inclusive and positive learning environment where success is celebrated.

In the senior phase we offer pupils the chance to study Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics from National 4 to Advanced Higher Level, as well as offering General Science at National 4/5 level. We also offer National 4/5 Health Sector a skills for work course, useful for those who wish to work in the health sector. 

For further information, please see the subject choice booklets (Pupil Information page) and the school prospectus (School Information page)

There are many careers that use Biology, some of them can be found here; there are also many careers that use Chemistry, some of them can be found here; there are also many careers that use Physics, some of them can be found here.

Homework is not issued within BGE Science, however pupils are encouraged to engage with scientific news and discuss their learning at home.

Senior Phase courses will issue homework once per week/ per Key Area. This usually amounts to one hour of work to be completed by the following week.