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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
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are two pathways available for this qualification - Foundation Level and Higher Level.
For the Foundation Level, you will need:
For the Higher Level, you will need:
All applicants must have an assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS
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.
FEES
Adults - Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2
If you will be aged 19+ on 31st August prior to the start date of your course, up to Level 2, then your study with us will be free. You must have lived for 3 years within the EU/EEA/UK prior to the start of your course, you must have lived in the UK before 1st January 2021 and you must have permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months from the first day of learning. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.
Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.
PROGRESSION
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.
WHERE STUDENTS PROGRESS TO AFTER THIS COURSE
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