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IGCSE Biology

Stonebridge College.

Summary

Price
£439.99 inc VAT
Finance options
Finance options available
Study method
Distance learning
Duration
300 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification

Overview

This IGCSE Biology qualification will provide you with a broad introduction to the key components of this exciting and challenging field.

This Edexcel IGCSE in Biology course has been designed to enable you to:

  • acquire knowledge and understanding of biological facts, concepts and principles
  • develop an appreciation of the significance of biological facts, concepts and principles and the skills needed for their use in new and changing situations
  • appreciate the importance of accurate experimental work to scientific method and reporting
  • form hypotheses and design experiments to test them
  • sustain and develop an enjoyment of, and interest in, the study of living organisms
  • evaluate, in terms of their biological knowledge and understanding, the benefits and drawbacks of scientific and technological developments, including those related to social, environmental and economic issues

This IGCSE Biology Home Study course is aimed at those who want an introduction to biology in order to either progress to further study at A Level or simply to supplement a varied portfolio of IGCSE/GCSE subjects.

Description

This Edexcel IGCSE in Biology qualification comprises two externally assessed papers:

Biology Paper 1 Paper code: 4BI0/1B (66% of the total IGCSE marks)

  • Externally assessed
  • Availability: January and June series


Overview of content:

  • Section 1: The nature and variety of living organisms
  • Section 2: Structures and functions in living organisms
  • Section 3: Reproduction and inheritance
  • Section 4: Ecology and the environment
  • Section 5: Use of biological resources


Overview of assessment:

  • The paper is assessed through a two-hour examination paper set and marked by Edexcel.
  • The total number of marks is 120.



Biology Paper 2 Paper code: 4BI0/2B (33% of the total IGCSE marks)

  • Externally assessed
  • Availability: January and June series
  • First assessment: June 2011


Overview of content:

  • Section 1: The nature and variety of living organisms
  • Section 2: Structures and functions in living organisms
  • Section 3: Reproduction and inheritance
  • Section 4: Ecology and the environment
  • Section 5: Use of biological resources


Overview of assessment:

  • The paper is assessed through a one-hour examination paper set and marked by Edexcel.
  • The total number of marks is 60.

Who is this course for?

This IGCSE Biology Home Study course is aimed at those who want an introduction to biology in order to either progress to further study at A Level or simply to supplement a varied portfolio of IGCSE/GCSE subjects.

Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course.


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