Integrated Science

Integrated Science is a core subject taught at both Junior High School (JHS) and Senior High School (SHS) levels in Ghana.
It brings together key concepts from Biology,
Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Science into a single, practical course
designed to make science relevant and applicable to everyday life.

Purpose of the Subject

The primary aim of Integrated Science is to:

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Develop students' scientific knowledge and curiosity

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Foster critical
thinking, problem-solving,
and inquiry-based learning

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Build awareness of health, environmental sustainability, and technology

·        
Prepare students for further education and
careers in science and technology

Junior High School (JHS)
Focus Areas

At the JHS level, students are introduced to
foundational science concepts with a strong link to their daily environment.
Topics include:

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Diversity
of Living Things

·        
Materials
and Their Properties

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Energy,
Force, and Motion

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The Earth
and the Solar System

·        
Environment
and Sanitation

·        
Human
Health and Reproduction

The curriculum encourages hands-on learning, basic experiments,
and practical application of scientific ideas in agriculture, hygiene, and
environmental protection.

Senior High School (SHS)
Focus Areas

In SHS, Integrated Science becomes more
detailed and academically rigorous, providing students with a strong base for
science-related WASSCE subjects and future studies. Key topics include:

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Cells,
Systems of the Body, and Genetics (Biology)

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Chemical
Reactions, Acids, Bases, and Elements (Chemistry)

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Motion,
Forces, Electricity, and Magnetism (Physics)

·        
Climate,
Ecosystems, and Agriculture (Earth Science)

Practical work, lab-based assessments, and
real-life application are essential components at this level.

Assessment Methods

Integrated Science is assessed through:

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Classroom
exercises and tests

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Practical
and project-based assessments

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National
examinations

o    BECE at the JHS level

o    WASSCE at the SHS level