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	<title>Criteria for the Diploma qualifications in science at Advanced level</title>
	<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria</link>
	<description>We are seeking views on draft criteria for the principal learning part of the Diploma qualification in science at advanced level. Principal learning is one of the mandatory components of the Diploma.</description>
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		<title>Overview</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We are seeking views on draft criteria for the principal learning part of the Diploma qualification in science at advanced level. Principal learning is one of the mandatory components of the Diploma.
Once finalised, these criteria will define the knowledge, skills and understanding required for the principal learning component of the qualification. An awarding organisation will [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/uncategorized/intro/</link>
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		<title>Questions</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We are seeking views on draft criteria for the principal learning part of the Diploma qualification in science at advanced level. Principal learning is the mandatory component of the Diploma.
Once finalised, these criteria will define the knowledge, skills and understanding required for the principal learning component of the qualification. An awarding organisation will need to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/questions/questions/</link>
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		<title>Advanced level: External assessment</title>
		<description><![CDATA[At Advanced level, the principal learning will have 180 GLH of external assessment.
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		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/advanced-level-external-assessment/advanced-level-external-assessment/</link>
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		<title>Topic 3.7 Detection, information transfer and analysis (90 GLH)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Scientists use a wide range of devices for detection and analysis. Each of these devices has a particular function and works best in a given situation. Such devices rely on the application of key scientific principles and it is important that learners understand these principles. This understanding helps learners to assess the usefulness of a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/structure/topic-3-7detection-information-transfer-and-analysis-90glh/</link>
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		<title>Topic 3.6 Designer molecules and materials (90 GLH)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[By applying scientific concepts, principles and models it is possible to make a vast range of chemical compounds, formulations and materials that affect the quality of our lives. The design and manufacture of new molecular compounds and materials will contribute to all of the challenges concerning humanity’s continued development.
New molecular compounds and materials are designed [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/structure/topic-3-6designer-molecules-and-materials-90glh/</link>
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		<title>Topic 3.5 Healthy people and the impact of environments on health (90 GLH)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Understanding the characteristics of healthy human beings, including their behaviour, and an appreciation of how these are affected by their environments is essential to the planning of effective health care programmes. The nature of health care programmes varies globally and will be influenced by political, economic and social conditions.
Those involved in planning and delivering health [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/structure/topic-3-5healthy-people-and-the-impact-of-environments-on-health-90glh/</link>
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		<title>Topic 3.4 Energy use in transport systems (60 GLH)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Movement from place to place requires energy. Humans are unique in creating a multitude of ways to improve their ability to move from place to place. Society depends on many forms of transport, often over large distances, for access to food supplies, essential services and for leisure activities. Transport systems rely on infrastructure as well [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/structure/topic-3-4energy-use-in-transport-systems-60glh/</link>
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		<title>Topic 3.3 Sourcing substances from biomass (60 GLH)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Biomass has always been a crucial source of materials, particularly for food supplies, but also for fibres, medicines, dyes and pigments. As our understanding of the biochemistry and molecular biology of all organisms has developed it has become possible to apply increasingly sophisticated scientific approaches to obtaining and processing biomass. If we are going to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/structure/topic-3-3sourcing-substances-from-biomass-60glh/</link>
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		<title>Topic 3.2 Mapping and monitoring earth’s resources (60 GLH)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Investigating why and how humans rely on Earth’s resources and understanding why the impact of the use of those resources are key to meeting future demand for energy and raw materials. Science enables us to locate and to monitor these vital resources and can help in managing the environmental impact of human activity.
People and organisations [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/structure/topic-3-2mapping-and-monitoring-earth%e2%80%99s-resources-60glh/</link>
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		<title>Topic 3.1 Investigations, data and models (90 GLH)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[All scientific enquiries require the application of rigorous scientific method. The selection of approaches, interpretation of findings and reflection on the outcomes of investigations enable scientists to improve their practice and add to our understanding of the natural, technological and human world.
Scientific method is applied across the full range of employment sectors in which science [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://comment.ofqual.gov.uk/diploma-science-criteria/structure/topic-3-1investigations-data-and-models-90glh/</link>
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