GCSE Combined Science

GCSE Combined Science follows the UK National Curriculum and covers the core principles of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. It is equivalent to two GCSE qualifications and provides a solid foundation for further study in science-related subjects at A-Level or vocational courses.

Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of key scientific concepts, practical skills, and how science applies to real-world situations. The course encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, preparing students for both academic progression and everyday life.

Course Content:

• Biology: Cell biology, organisation, infection and response, bioenergetics, homeostasis, inheritance, evolution, and ecology.

• Chemistry: Atomic structure, the periodic table, bonding, quantitative chemistry, chemical changes, energy changes, rate of reaction, organic chemistry, chemical analysis, and the Earth’s resources.

• Physics: Energy, electricity, particle model of matter, atomic structure, forces, waves, and magnetism.

Assessment:

• Students take six exam papers (two for each science) at the end of Year 11.

• Each paper is 1 hour 15 minutes and includes multiple-choice, structured, closed short-answer, and open response questions.

• Practical skills are assessed through written exams, based on required practical activities completed during the course.

Pathways after this course:

• A-Level sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

• Applied science courses

• Science-related apprenticeships

This course is ideal for students who want a balanced understanding of all three sciences without specialising in just one.