The IGCSE Science course with Learn Now follows the Pearson Edexcel (4SD0) specification and is equivalent to the qualification you would achieve if attending mainstream college. Once completed, you will be able to progress onto A Levels, an Apprenticeship or Level 3 Vocational Course.
This course would suit adult learners returning to education, students resitting exams or studying alongside other commitments, and learners who are home educated.
The qualification can be taken anywhere within the world. Pearson Edexcel centres for examinations are situated internationally including the UK.
The specification takes approximately two-thirds of the subject content of each of the Edexcel International GCSEs in single sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), and combines them into an International GCSE in Science (Double Award) worth two GCSEs.
Please note that the Pearson Edexcel specification is 100% exam based. You will not be required to find a centre who can cater for practicals as the course will be assessed solely through written examination at your chosen exam centre.
Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £445
Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £445
This syllabus will allow you to acquire scientific knowledge and facts, and an understanding of scientific concepts, principles, themes and patterns. You will also sustain and develop an enjoyment of, and interest in, the scientific world.
There will be three modules you will need to cover as follows:
IGCSE Combined Science could lead on to further study in Biology, Chemistry or Physics at A-level or other science-related subjects or more vocationally-related courses.
There are no previous entry requirements for this course, however students are expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.
You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 24 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.
Our Enrolment fee for this course is noted at the top of this page where you can enrol directly onto the course. This fee includes access to your course including tutor support for 2 years.
Our enrolment fee includes:
The only other fee you will need to pay is for your exams which is due approximately six months prior and this will be paid directly to the exam centre.
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations at an Edexcel approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
IGCSE Exams
There are three exams for the full IGCSE qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:
Paper 1 – 2 hour
Paper 2 – 2 hour
Paper 3 – 2 hour
On successful completion of all your exams for the International GCSE Science (Double Award) Online Course, you will be awarded the following qualification:
International GCSE Science (Double Award) with Edexcel
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Double Science has a substantial amount of content as you will be covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics under one course. You will learn biological processes, chemical patterns and equations along with problem-solving and mathematical skills. That being said, the content is less than what you would need to cover if you were studying all three subjects separately and it is important to remember that you will be gaining two IGCSEs at the end as opposed to one.
You will not be required to purchase any books with this course. We automatically include logins to our online e-Library which includes access to eBooks such as:
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) Science Double Award Student Book – Brian Arnold; Philip Bradfield; Jim Clark; Penny Johnson; Steve Potter; Steve Woolley
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Mathematics will help strengthen calculation and problem-solving skills for all three science subjects. It will also be a good addition if you are planning to apply to University with science related A Levels.
Alternatively, Computer Science helps you develop logical thinking and analytical skills. It will help you with scientific problem solving.
GCSEs form a natural progression onto A Levels, however you may also want to consider some other options too. You could look into a Level 3 apprenticeship which would allow you to earn whilst you learn. Popular apprenticeships would include Laboratory Technician or Manufacturing Technician.
If you are based outside the UK, IGCSEs are widely recognised by top Science Universities such as Princeton, ETH Zurich and the University of Tokyo.
The Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry course can be taken worldwide including the UK. Content within the specification is adapted for international learners and the qualification is comparable to UK GCSE standards.
You will receive access and support for two years, however you can complete the course much sooner if you need to. Exams for this subject fall in May/June and October/November each year and therefore you are able to choose which exam sitting you want to apply for. We have more information on exam timetables here.
The International GCSE is taken worldwide rather than just within the UK. It is equivalent to a GCSE but is often 100% exam based. See our article IGCSE vs GCSE for more information.
