IGCSE Biology
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In Bude
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Cornwall College
A Level Cornwall / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
Cornwall College
A Level Cornwall / Classroom-basedPrice on request
Description
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Bude
IGCSE Biology Course 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. Please Note: This course is only available via the online study method.
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- IT
- Biology
Course programme
Syllabus
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.
Study Hours
This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.
The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 300 hrs.
IGCSE Biology
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Cornwall College
A Level Cornwall / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
Cornwall College
A Level Cornwall / Classroom-basedPrice on request