Your guide to our science qualifications

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Your guide to our science qualifications

How your students can progress with Edexcel qualifications Higher Education and employment

Edexcel, a Pearson company, is the UK’s largest awarding body, providing academic and vocational qualifications and testing to schools, colleges, employers and other places of learning in the UK and internationally. We also publish a wide range of teaching and learning print and digital resources.

We’re passionate about science, and we want to give your candidates the best opportunity

BTEC Apprenticeships

BTEC Applied Science Level 4 HNC and Level 5 HND

to achieve their potential with our broad range of science qualifications. Our portfolio allows you to select the courses best suited to your students’ learning styles, personal strengths and ambitions, and this guide provides you with information about each of them.

You can visit us online or get in touch to learn more.

Key Stage 5 Level 3

OUR QUALIFICATIONS Entry Level Certificate GCSEs in Science, Additional Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics

A Levels (GCE)

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International GCSE

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The Edexcel Certificate

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GCSE Astronomy

BTEC Applied Science Level 3 Nationals

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Extended Project

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BTEC First Awards in Principles of Applied Science and Application of Science 11-14 Workskills | STEM Leadership Skills

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GCE A Level qualifications in Biology, Chemistry and Physics

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Project Qualification

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Key Stage 4 Levels 1 and 2

NQF BTEC First Awards for Level 2 learners

• GCSEs • International GCSEs • Edexcel Certificates

BTEC Applied Science Level 1 Foundation Learning Firsts

Entry Level Certificate

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A revised Entry Level Certificate has just been submitted to Ofqual, for first teaching in September 2012.

The information below is based on this draft, and is subject to change during the accreditation process.

About the course Entry Level is recognised as the first level of the National Qualifications Framework. The content of the units maps directly to the Edexcel GCSE Science qualification, to facilitate co-teaching.

GCSE Edexcel GCSE in: Science (2SC01), Additional Science (2SA01), Biology (2BI01), Chemistry (2CH01), Physics (2PH01) About the course

Progression

From listening to science teachers and the wider science community, we’re confident that our suite of GCSEs for science assisting every student to aspire to their potential.

Our specifications provide students with a solid foundation for progression to AS and A Level sciences.

Key documents – available online:

Key information

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put good science at the heart of teaching, learning and assessment to help students have a solid understanding and appreciation of fundamental science concepts.

The course offers flexible teaching, delivery and assessment approaches. It’s designed to be taught in small steps to meet students’ individual learning styles.

Each unit is only assessed when the teacher decides that students are ready.

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provide clear and detailed specifications for straightforward planning, teaching and assessments. to our BTEC and GCSE links, our specification allows you to choose the best learning pathway for each and every student.

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This qualification gives students opportunities to: l a chieve a Certificate in Science at Entry Level 1, 2 or 3 l acquire

scientific knowledge and an understanding of important scientific ideas

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develop an interest in science, supporting further study at a higher level.

Progression Entry Level is the ideal preparation for GCSE Science or NQF BTEC First Awards for Level 2 learners, with clear links to both.

Biology units

Chemistry units

Physics units

Classification and variation

The Earth, sea and atmosphere

Waves and radiation

Changes in humans and plants

Acids and metals

Earth and space

Drugs, bacteria and pollution

Fuels

Electricity and energy

Specifications Transition models l Support materials l Forms and guidance l BTEC and GCSE links information l Guides for parents and students

GCSE Reforms: What’s happening?

Ofqual has confirmed that all GCSEs in England will have a linear assessment structure so that all the examinations are taken at the end of the course. Find out what this means for you and your students at www.edexcel.com/gcse2012

Assessment For each level, assessment is based on two components: l Up to six Unit tests (60%); internally marked, externally set and moderated l Up

to three Unit Assignments (40%); internally marked, externally set and moderated.

Key documents – available online: Specifications l Assessment materials l Unit tests l Unit assignments l Teacher support materials l

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GCSE

Units

Exams and Controlled Assesment

GCSE in Science

B1 25%

C1 25%

P1 25%

Science controlled assessment (SCA) 25%

GCSE in Additional Science

B2 25%

C2 25%

P2 25%

Additional Science controlled assessment (ASCA) 25%

B3 25%

C3 25%

P3 25%

Biology controlled assessment BCA 25%

Chemistry controlled assessment CCA 25%

Physics controlled assessment PCA 25%

GCSE in Biology

GCSE in Chemistry

GCSE in Physics

Exams The GCSEs for first teaching in September 2011 bring with them new regulatory requirements to test students using a variety of question types.

We’ve taken this opportunity to carry out some research and consult with teachers to develop an exam paper style that’s: l fair: questions

and papers are ‘ramped’ in difficulty to generate confidence in students

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clear: written in clear and approachable language

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to stretch students aiming for higher grades: a longer question is written to give all students the opportunity to demonstrate their ability.

Key documents – available online:

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Examiner reports Mark scheme Support material Assessment overview Exemplar answers and commentary Quick guide to SAMs Question papers

Controlled assessment We’ve designed the controlled assessment and theory content to ensure that the controlled assessment is: l

easy to plan

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straightforward to mark

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structured to help test students’ actual investigative skills

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on students’ own practical work and collection of secondary evidence – as required by Ofqual’s subject criteria.

Key documents – available online:

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Getting started guide Forms and guidance Assessment guide Controlled Assessment tasks Controlled Assessment Guidance for Teachers Record sheets Teacher and technician notes

Content overview Edexcel GCSE in Science (2SC01) The Edexcel GCSE in Science comprises four units: B1, C1, P1 and SCA Unit B1: Influences on life Unit code: 5BI1F/5BI1H Unit C1: Chemistry in our world Unit code: 5CH1F/5CH1H

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Edexcel GCSE in Additional Science (2SA01) The Edexcel GCSE in Additional Science comprises four units: B2, C2, P2 and ASCA Unit B2: The components of life Unit code: 5BI2F/5BI2H

Unit P1: Universal physics Unit code: 5PH1F/5PH1H

Unit C2: Discovering chemistry Unit code: 5CH2F/5CH2H

Unit SCA: Science controlled assessment Unit code: 5SC04

Unit P2: Physics for your future Unit code: 5PH2F/5PH2H Unit ASCA: Additional Science controlled assessment Unit code: 5SA04

Edexcel GCSE in Biology (2BI01)

Edexcel GCSE in Chemistry (2CH01)

Edexcel GCSE in Physics (2PH01)

The Edexcel GCSE in Biology comprises four units: B1, B2, B3 and BCA

The Edexcel GCSE in Chemistry comprises four units: C1, C2, C3 and CCA

The Edexcel GCSE in Physics comprises four units: P1, P2, P3 and PCA

Unit B1: Influences on life Unit code: 5BI1F/5BI1H

Unit C1: Chemistry in our world Unit code: 5CH1F/5CH1H

Unit P1: Universal physics Unit code: 5PH1F/5PH1H

Unit B2: The components of life Unit code: 5BI2F/5BI2H Unit B3: Using biology Unit code: 5BI3F/5BI3H Unit BCA: Biology controlled assessment Unit code: 5BI04

Unit C2: Discovering chemistry Unit code: 5CH2F/5CH2H Unit C3: Chemistry in action Unit code: 5CH3F/5CH3H Unit CCA: Chemistry controlled assessment Unit code: 5CH04

Unit P2: Physics for your future Unit code: 5PH2F/5PH2H Unit P3: Applications of physics Unit code: 5PH3F/5PH3H Unit PCA: Physics controlled assessment Unit code: 5PH04

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International GCSE

The Edexcel Certificate

International GCSE in: Biology (4BI0), Chemistry (4CH0), Physics (4PH0), Science (Double Award) (4SC0)

Edexcel Certificate in: Biology (KBI0), Chemistry (KCH0), Physics (KPH0), Science (Double Award) (KSC0)

About the course

About the course

Progression

International GCSEs are a unique offering to UK independent and international schools. These popular and respected qualifications are known to be excellent preparation for A Level.

The Edexcel Certificate is a version of the respected International GCSE for UK state schools.

The Edexcel Certificate provides a sound foundation for progression to Edexcel GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Advanced Levels, and other comparable post-16 qualifications.

Key information l Clear, detailed

and comprehensive subject content, examined terminally to facilitate secure acquisition of knowledge.

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externally assessed, allowing the flexibility to do practical work to develop students’ skills, without controlled assessment.

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to be excellent preparation for progression to A Level.

l Untiered

papers graded from A*-G, so you don’t have to choose which tier to enter for. by employers and universities, but not accredited for use in UK state schools, so not applicable for performance measures (see the Edexcel Certificate).

Key information l Clear, detailed

and comprehensive subject content, examined terminally to facilitate secure acquisition of knowledge.

l Recognised

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assessment, so papers in a qualification must be taken in the same sitting.

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Biology Paper 2 Untiered 1 hour

externally assessed, allowing the flexibility to do practical work, without controlled assessment.

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Chemistry Paper 2 Untiered 1 hour

International GCSE in Biology

International GCSE in Chemistry

+ Physics Paper 1 Untiered 2 hours

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International GCSE in Science (Double Award)

Physics Paper 2 Untiered 1 hour

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advisors on hand to answer your queries personally

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papers graded from A*-G, so you don’t have to choose which tier to enter for.

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Edexcel Certificates fulfil the requirements for Science in the EBacc, and count in headline measures. assessment, so papers in a qualification must be taken in the same sitting.

+ Chemistry Paper 1 Untiered 2 hours

Support for the Edexcel Certificate and International GCSE includes:

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Biology Paper 1 Untiered 2 hours

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International GCSE in Physics

There’s also an International GCSE in Human Biology, with the same structure as the other International GCSE subjects. Candidates are permitted to take both Biology and Human Biology in the same examination session.

a new FREE scheme of work available online

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ResultsPlus service, exclusive to our qualifications, which provides unrivalled examresults analysis to enhance students’ learning and revision.

Biology Paper 1 Untiered 2 hours

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Biology Paper 2 Untiered 1 hour

Certificate in Biology

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Chemistry Paper 2 Untiered 1 hour

Certificate in Chemistry

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Physics Paper 2 Untiered 1 hour

Certificate in Physics

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+ Physics Paper 1 Untiered 2 hours

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GCSE Astronomy Edexcel GCSE in Astronomy (2AS01)

Edexcel is the only awarding body to offer GCSE Astronomy, a unique qualification with engaging content.

But that’s not all.

The GCSE also has the support of the Royal Astronomical Society; not only do they provide an annual medal (The Patrick Moore Medal) for Astronomy teachers, but also certificates for the 12 top scoring entrants in the GCSE.

Key information l A

strong practical element broadens the appeal to a wide range of students and helps consolidate their understanding.

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New NQF BTEC First Awards

Our BTEC Firsts in Applied Science are designed to deliver a motivating and balanced vocational education in science, enabling students to reach their full potential.

Our two new NQF BTEC First Awards for Level 2 learners: l

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The BTEC Firsts in Applied Science provide: l a flexible pathway to combine vocational and academic study in one curriculum

Year10s in September 2012 can continue with the 180 GLH or 360 GLH QCF 2010 BTEC Firsts, which will count in performance measures as 1 GCSE in 2014. Year 9s or Year 10s in 2012 can also start on the NQF BTEC First Awards for Level 2 learsner which will count in performance measures in 2014.

recognition from employers

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clear grounding in knowledge and skills for progression

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engaging approach to learning science based on the popular BTEC philosophy.

qualification has supported controlled assessment, showing you the activities students will do. Used with the Teachers’ Guide, this will help you manage controlled assessment in your centre and encourage your students to reach their potential.

This GCSE complements the Key Stage 4 science programme of study for GCSEs in Science and allows progression to further and higher education courses in the fields of astronomy or physics. It also provides a solid grounding for A Level Physics.

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Principles of Applied Science (600/4787/2), Application of Science (600/4796/3)

About the course

BTEC First Awards in Applied Science

Progression

Assessment

Completing BTEC Firsts gives a route to progress to BTEC Nationals, GCE A Levels (with extra units and support on assessment style) or employment.

count in headline measures from 2014 onwards.

Content overview

The new BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Firsts in Applied Science consists of two 120-GLH Awards, each containing four units. l

Principles of Applied Science Award (120 GLH)

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Application of Science Award (120 GLH)

Unit 1: One non-tiered 2-hour examination with 120 marks.

Unit 2: Students complete two observations, each marked out of 20, with an overall mark of 40.

Key documents – available online: Content overview Unit 1: Understanding the Universe l E xternally assessed

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75% of the total GCSE Unit 2: Exploring the Universe l I nternally assessed with

controlled conditions l 25% of the total GCSE

Specification Sample assessment materials l Mark scheme l Student guide l Controlled assessment forms and guidance l Past papers l Examiner reports l Teacher support materials l Schemes of work l l

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the Key Stage 4 Programme of Study by covering key scientific principles

The new BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First Awards in Applied Science contain two forms of assessment: l internal assessment (75%): teacher-led assessment remains at the heart of the BTEC Firsts

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and exemplifies these principles in applied and vocational contexts

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to an understanding of how the principles are applied in practice.

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assessment (25%): supporting teacher-led assessment.

The Application of Science Award: l is

suitable for students who have covered the Key Stage 4 Programme of Study, via either a vocational or academic route

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students’ understanding of key applications of science

Year 11

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GCSE Science

GCSE Additional Science

Academic learners looking at completing EBacc subjects

BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Applied Science

Pathway 2

GCSE Biology GCSE Chemistry GCSE Physics

GCSE Biology GCSE Chemistry GCSE Physics

Academic learners looking at completing EBacc subjects

About BTEC Nationals

GCSE Science

BTEC First Award in Application of Science

Learners wishing to move to vocational learning during Key Stage 4

BTEC First Award in Principles of Applied Science

Learners who need to be re-engaged in learning the Key Stage 4 Programme of Study

BTEC First Award in Application of Science

Learners where vocational learning is clearly appropriate from the beginning of Year 10

Pathway 5

BTEC First Award in Principles of Applied Science*

* Please ensure students in Year 9 are mature enough to perform well in external assessments. You may wish to consider later entry for Unit 1. Guidance is available in our free support materials.

Learn more at: www.btec.co.uk/2012appliedscience

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The current QCF Applied Science Extended Certificate (180 GLH) and Diploma (360 GLH) will count as 1 GCSE equivalent towards headline measures in 2014 but not beyond.

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You could therefore consider running a set of pathways, each of which should ensure full access to recognition in headline measures and together will cater for a variety of learner needs:

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the skills required both for the scientific workplace and for further study.

Year 10 (or Years 9 and 10)

Specifications l Delivery Guides l Sample Assessment Materials l Sample assignment briefs l Mapping between the 2010 and 2012 specifications l Schemes of work l

BTEC First Extended Certificate and Diploma in Applied Science

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The Principles of Applied Science Award:

Our current QCF Level 3 Nationals in Applied Science can be taught alongside A Levels.

The specification content helps students develop deep, specialist understanding and practical skills.

Credits

GLH

Equivalent

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma

180

1080

3 A Levels

BTEC Level 3 Diploma

120

720

2 A Levels

BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma*

90

540

3 AS Levels

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma

60

360

1 A Level

BTEC Level 3 Certificate

30

180

1 AS Level

*This is planned for first teaching in September 2012.

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WorkSkills | STEM Leadership Skills

BTEC and GCSE links There’s a lot of shared content between the current QCF BTEC Level 2 First Award in Applied Science, the new NQF BTEC First Awards for Level 2 learners in Principles of Applied Science and our 2011 GCSE Science suite.

We’ve looked at ways in which this overlap can benefit you, your students and your centre, and developed BTEC and GCSE links – a teaching and administration solution to help you and your students choose the right learning pathway.

We’ve been working with the Centre for Science Education at Sheffield Hallam University to integrate Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) skills into the WorkSkills suite of BTEC qualifications.

With our approved BTEC and GCSE Links, your students can achieve their potential by matching their learning styles to the right qualifications.

About the course

We’ll support you by providing you with: l free

set of approved tasks, which can be used to form evidence for BTEC assignments, and free planning and mapping documents to ensure you cover content appropriately for both learning styles

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face-to-face and online seminars to support you with planning, delivery and assessment.

This will help you to see if your students work better with the GCSE or BTEC approach, and let you delay the decision on moving students completely to GCSE or BTEC. It also gives you an option if you’re looking to deliver the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) and BTEC in one curriculum.

These documents will be updated for the new NQF BTEC First Awards to: l continue

to support links between Edexcel GCSE Science and BTEC First Award in Principles of Applied Science

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guidance on how to ensure students are prepared for the possibility of moving from GCSE Science to BTEC First Award in Application of Science.

Our single sign-up process gives you support when you need it, while making the most of your budget.

Learn more at: www.btec.co.uk/btec2012appliedscience and www.edexcel.com/gcsescience2011

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BTEC Certificate in Leadership Skills: Level 1 (600/2378/8), Level 2 (500/7321/7)

Key documents – available online: Edexcel-approved tasks l QCF BTEC First Award to GCSE schemes of work l NQF BTEC First Award to GCSE schemes of work l

The WorkSkills STEM pathway is unique, and develops personal and leadership capabilities with a focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The units develop, test and challenge learners’ leadership capabilities through practical, engaging and inspiring selfdriven opportunities.

Key information

Content Overview STEM units are: Developing Personal Skills for Leadership Practising Leadership Skills with Others Learning from More Experienced People Learning with Colleagues and Other Learners Communicating Solutions to Others

The aim of this course is to: l

increase motivation to learn STEM subjects

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develop collaborative and thinking skills in STEM

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the chances of learners applying these skills in the workplace

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raise the expectations and aspirations of learners

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give added value to their work in STEM subjects.

Key documents – available online: Specifications l Guidance and Units l Introduction to STEM leadership skills l

Assessment l

A 13-credit qualification at either Level 1 or Level 2.

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take five units available at Level 1 and Level 2 to make 10 credits.

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complete the Certificate, learners can choose three extra credits from the entire WorkSkills suite.

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who don’t complete the full Certificate can still receive a general WorkSkills Award.

Learn more at: www.edexcel.com/workskills

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GCE A Level

Project qualification

Edexcel Advanced Subsidiary GCE in Biology (8B107), Chemistry (8CH01), Physics (8PH01)

Edexcel Level 1 Foundation Project (ZPJ10), Edexcel Level 2 Higher Project (ZPJ20), Edexcel Level 3 Extended Project (ZPJ30),

Edexcel Advanced GCE in Biology (9B107), Chemistry (9CH01), Physics (9PH01)

About the course

Assessment

An exciting qualification offered at three Levels, allowing students to investigate something that interests them and go on to produce a single piece of work that presents the findings.

Project is a flexible qualification that can be completed over one or two years. All Levels are 100% internally assessed and externally moderated.

About the course Our Science GCEs contain innovative and exciting content designed to engage and motivate the learner allowing them to appreciate how science works and its relevance beyond the science lab.

Key information A choice of teaching approaches allow the delivery of the course to be tailored to suit the needs of individuals, allowing a personalised approach to learning. With a realistic, manageable level of content and assessment, these courses aim to provide an enjoyable teaching and learning experience.

Biology Engaging and inspiring, our Biology GCE A Level has been developed from the best of the pre-2008 Edexcel and Salters Nuffield Advanced Biology (SNAB) specifications. It has been designed to engage and inspire students by showing how an understanding of many contemporary issues requires a grasp of fundamental biological ideas.

See the Salters Nuffield Advanced Biology website for extra support and student prizes www.advancedbiology.org

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students with skills such as planning, research, analysis and evaluation.

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and choice ensures a high level of personalisation for each individual student and can help to inspire disengaged learners. the world of higher education, having a Project qualification differentiates students from their peers and demonstrates motivation for their intended course of study.

The content of each specification includes the fundamental key concepts needed for progression into higher education and employment.

Developed from the best of the pre-2008 Edexcel Chemistry and Nuffield specifications, our GCE A Level Chemistry specification enables contemporary chemistry contexts to be included within the teaching and learning programme.

Key documents – available online: Specifications l Sample Assessment Materials l Internal Assessment Tasks - Chemistry l Examiner Reports l Exemplar Materials l Mark Schemes l Question Papers l Teacher Support Materials l Context studies l Forms and guidance for centres l Mapping documents

Level 3, this can take the form of any of the following: a dissertation; an investigation; a performance; or an artefact.

Key documents – available online: Schemes of work Specification l Project activity log and proposal form l Case studies l Examiner reports l Student guides l Teacher guides l Case studies l Candidate record sheet l Moderation guidance l

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three levels: foundation, higher and extended.

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a stand-alone qualification alongside other courses of study such as GCSE, GCE or BTEC. In fact, it complements other qualifications it is taken with because it can be used to investigate a topic of interest in much greater depth.

Progression

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Physics Current, contemporary contexts are included in the teaching and learning programme in this qualification, developed from the best of the pre-2008 Edexcel and Salters Horners Advanced Physics (SHAP) specifications.

See the Salters Horners Advanced Physics website for extra support, information on book grants, and teacher and student prizes www.york.ac.uk/org/seg/salters/physics

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At Levels 1 and 2, Project enhances the skills students will need for their GCE studies. In terms of UCAS points, it is equivalent to half a GCSE at Level 2 or a GCE at Level 3, depending on level. These skills will be used over and over again in the worlds of work and higher education.

We welcome the introduction of the Extended Project and would encourage you to undertake one, as it will help you develop independent study and research skills.”

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Supporting you

Training

At Edexcel, we offer dedicated training, high quality resources and comprehensive support to help you with the planning, teaching and assessment of our qualifications.

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Our training events are a great way to meet members of the science team, get information, and find answers to questions about the latest developments.

We’re adding more events all the time, so be sure to visit us online for details: www.edexcel.com/training

Online training

ResultsPlus is our FREE online service, giving instant and detailed analysis or your students’ exam and mock performance.

Edexcel ExamWizard is an easy-to-use, FREE, online service for a range of GCSE subjects, which is easy to use and saves you valauble time.

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Online training is an exciting new area of training from Edexcel designed for UK and international centres who are interested in, or currently delivering, our qualifications.

l Links

This new delivery method helps us bring the same quality training courses to a wider audience in an inexpensive and efficient way:

your students’ scores for every exam question

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topics, skills and types of question to help improve their learning

l understand

how your students’ performance compares with Edexcel national averages

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progress against target grades with NEW Mock Analysis.

Learn more at: www.edexcel.com/resultsplus

you to find past examination questions quickly and easily, searchable by topic, tier, assessment objective, question type, paper and series. directly to associated examiner reports and mark schemes to help you and your students understand how marks are awarded.

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you time by enabling you to create, export and print your own mocks, topic tests, homework or revision activities in minutes.

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you up to date with the latest exam questions as they become available after each exam series.

See the online demonstration, available from Summer 2012.

Learn more at:

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events

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the opportunity to ask questions through the onscreen chat window

Why train online?

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the chance to train the whole department by placing one registration

Our live online events are:

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the opportunity to log in to the event from anywhere in the world

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an exclusive recording of the event (link available for a month)

• F lexible Log in from home or school.

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low cost: no travel, no cover, and a lower carbon footprint.

Your support directory Personalised support, when you need it – on the phone, face-to-face or via email.

GCSE Science (Linear) Feedback and Support Meeting (1380 and 1MAO)

How to get in touch…

Ask questions and contribute to discussions.

Course Code

We offer…

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Get in touch

Science Subject Advisor – for general science queries

All your queries relating to any of our science qualifications

Ask the Expert

A searchable database of commonly asked questions and a service that puts you in contact with a senior examiner, who’ll help answer your subject-specific questions

www.edexcel.com/ asktheexpert

Customer Support Team

Our dedicated team is available to answer any general qualification enquiries

0844 576 0027

Edexcel Online

Our online support team helping you register for an Edexcel Online password

0844 576 0024

Recieve training material to download.

ScienceSubjectAdvisor@ edexcelexperts.com

• C onvenient No need to travel or miss out on classroom time.

• I nteractive Ask questions, contribute to polls, join in activities and discussions, share ideas and best practice.

• E ffective Your whole department can share a single login, letting you train together as a team without needing to arrange travel or cover.

• E asy to use Simple, readily available technology lets you start training with one click of a button.

0844 576 0037

Hear the trainer.

You’ll need an Edexcel online account to book onto our training events. To find out how to set up an account please call 0844 576 0024.

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Edexcel Science Your guide to our qualifications.

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