GCSE Science

GCSE Science offers two pathways: Combined Science and Separate Sciences. Combined Science awards two GCSEs and covers Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Separate Sciences, also known as Triple Science, awards three GCSEs, one for each science subject. Students can choose the pathway that best suits their interests and academic goals.

GCSE Combined Science

Combined Science provides a broad overview of key scientific concepts, covering approximately two-thirds of the content of each individual science GCSE. It is assessed through six exams, two for each science (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics). Students receive two GCSE grades, which can be the same or adjacent (e.g., 9-9, 9-8, 8-7). Resources for Combined Science revision are available from various sources, including BBC Bitesize and MME Revise.

GCSE Biology

GCSE Biology explores the study of living organisms, encompassing their structure, life cycles, adaptations, and environment. Topics covered include cell biology, organization, infection and response, bioenergetics, homeostasis, inheritance, variation and evolution, and ecology. Various resources are available for revision, including those from BBC Bitesize, PMT, Save My Exams, and Quizlet. A helpful YouTube playlist is also available.

GCSE Chemistry

GCSE Chemistry delves into the composition, behavior, and properties of matter, including the elements of Earth and its atmosphere. Topics include atomic structure, bonding, quantitative chemistry, chemical changes, energy changes, reaction rates, organic chemistry, and chemical analysis. Revision resources are available from BBC Bitesize, PMT, and Save My Exams. Video resources are also available on YouTube.

GCSE Physics

GCSE Physics explores energy, forces, mechanics, waves, atomic structure, and the physical universe. Topics include energy, electricity, particle model of matter, atomic structure, forces, waves, magnetism and electromagnetism, and space physics. Resources for revision include BBC Bitesize, GCSE Physics Online, PMT, Save My Exams, and Isaac Physics. A comprehensive video covering GCSE Physics is available on YouTube.