The iGCSE Science (Single Award) course provides students with a comprehensive foundation in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, following the Edexcel International GCSE syllabus. It aims to develop key scientific skills and understanding, preparing students for further studies in science or related fields. This course is ideal both for students seeking a fundamental grounding in the sciences and as a precursor for the study of individual separate science iGCSEs.

Course Description:

This one-year online course is designed to help students earn a single combined IGCSE Science qualification by covering essential topics in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. The course will equip students with a solid foundation in each scientific discipline, preparing them for future academic challenges.

Biology:

Nature and variety of living organisms
Structures and functions in living organisms
Reproduction and inheritance
Ecology and the environment
Use of biological resources

Chemistry:

Principles of chemistry
Inorganic chemistry
Physical chemistry
Organic chemistry

Physics:

Forces and motion
Electricity
Waves
Energy resources and energy transfers
Solids, liquids, and gases
Magnetism and electromagnetism
Radioactivity and particles
Astrophysics

Teaching and Learning:
Homework: Weekly assignments and independent study required

Assessment Structure:
The course is assessed through three written exams:

Paper 1 – Biology: 1 hour 10 minutes, 33% of total marks
Paper 2 – Chemistry: 1 hour 10 minutes, 33% of total marks
Paper 3 – Physics: 1 hour 10 minutes, 33% of total marks

Course Materials:

The entire single science course can be found in:

Edexcel IGCSE Science Single Award Student Book (9-1) by Brian Arnold et al.

However you may also find the individual course subjects in:

Edexcel IGCSE Biology Student Book (9-1) by Phil Bradfield & Steve Potter
Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry Student Book (9-1) by Jim Clark
Edexcel IGCSE Physics Student Book (9-1) by Steve Wooley & Brian Arnold

Course Cost £540 (30 lessons @£18 each)