GCSE Human Physiology & Health

Course Overview
 
As well as working towards a qualification that could take you in many different directions, the course will give you a broad understanding of many human health issues. The topics covered range from our relationship with other organisms to the importance of the environment.
 
 
Pre-requisites
 
You do not need any special qualifications but you should have basic science, literacy and numeracy skills.
Please note this course cannot be taken with GCSE Biology.
 
Support
 
You will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have.  Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%

Assessment
 
Once you've enrolled on your chosen course(s), you'll receive all the information you need to arrange your own exams, including details of syllabuses, exam boards and dates.
 
Exams take place in January and June with the deadlines for submitting coursework being 1st October and 1st February respectively. Please note that exam fees are additional to course fees.
 
NB:  To be able to sit your exams in June the deadline for submitting coursework is the 1st of February, if you have any questions about examinations please contact us.
 
Your Future Prospects
 
With this GCSE qualification, a number of different career paths will be open to you.
 
Key Topics
 
Relations between Man, Other Organisms and the Environment
Organisation and Maintenance of the Individual
Reproduction
Growth and Development