Science Combined IGCSE 0653
Entry Requirements: Open to all students.
Course Outline:
This IGCSE course is divided into three key sections: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, each comprising a range of essential topics.
In the Biology segment, learners will explore the fundamental aspects of life. This encompasses living organisms' characteristics, cell structure and function, biological molecules, enzymes, plant and animal nutrition, transport mechanisms, gas exchange and respiration, coordination and response in organisms, reproduction, the interplay between organisms and their environment, and the impact of human activities on ecosystems.
The Chemistry portion delves into the core principles of matter. Topics span the particle nature of matter, experimental techniques, atoms, elements, compounds, stoichiometry, electricity's relationship with chemistry, energy changes during chemical reactions, various reaction types, properties of acids, bases, and salts, the organization of the Periodic Table, properties of metals, chemistry related to air and water, and introductory concepts in organic chemistry.
The Physics segment concentrates on fundamental principles of motion, work, energy, and power. This also encompasses thermal physics, properties of waves including light and sound, electrical quantities, and electric circuits.
Candidates are required to study all three sections to gain a comprehensive understanding of the core concepts in biology, chemistry, and physics. This IGCSE course provides students with a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of these disciplines.
Assessment:
The course is assessed by 3 examination papers of 45 minutes, 75 minutes and 60 minutes duration. There is no course work component.
This course leads to: Level 2 NCEA Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Agricultural & Horticultural Science
Costs: TBC
Contact: Mrs Jo Standley or Mrs Rosie Gibson
