Science (Combined Science) - GCSE

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Start Date: 12 September 2023
Duration: 1 Year
Attendance: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Meets on: Multiple days every week ▼
Location: Tottenham Centre
Suitable for: Adults
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Start Date: 12 September 2023
Duration: 1 Year
Attendance: Full Time
Level: Level 2
Meets on: Multiple days every week ▼
Location: Enfield Centre
Suitable for: Adults
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ABOUT THE COURSE

A grade 4 or higher in GCSE Science is a requirement for many higher education courses and careers, including those in science, teaching and nursing. Over the duration of the course, you will be equipped with a solid understanding of fundamental biological concepts and principles across biology, chemistry and physics. Lessons will take place in our specialist science laboratories, and will combine theory lectures and practical sessions. The Combined Science GCSE is equivalent to two GCSEs, graded using the linear 9-1 system, with examinations in June. 

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

Topics covered can include:

Biology

  • Cell biology
  • Organisation
  • Infection and response
  • Bioenergetics
  • Homeostasis and response
  • Inheritance, variation and evolution
  • Ecology

Chemistry

  • Atomic structure and the periodic table
  • Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter
  • Quantitative chemistry
  • Chemical changes
  • Energy changes
  • The rate and extent of chemical change
  • Organic chemistry
  • Chemical analysis
  • Chemistry of the atmosphere
  • Using resources

Physics

  • Energy
  • Electricity
  • Particle model of matter
  • Atomic structure
  • Forces
  • Waves
  • Magnetism and electromagnetism

WHAT WILL I NEED?

You will need:

  • GCSE's at grade 4 or above for both Maths and English or Level 2 Functional Skills for Maths and English.

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

The course is assessed by six written exams, each worth 50% of the final marks. The exam questions will be a mixture of multiple choice, structured, closed short answer and open response questions.

WHAT WILL IT COST?

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

WHAT CAN I DO AFTER?

You could progress to AS/A Level, or other courses such as teacher training, nursing for which a pass grade at GCSE is an entry requirement.


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