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IGCSE Science

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IGCSE Science (with two options: Combined or Co-ordinated) provides a solid foundation in basic scientific knowledge, encompassing core concepts from all three fields: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. The course is designed to develop scientific thinking, experimental investigation skills, and an understanding of the natural world, preparing students for more specialized science subjects at the next academic level.

Common Challenges When Learning IGCSE Science

  • Difficulty with the broad scope of knowledge: Covering and memorizing a large volume of basic concepts and terminology from all three subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • Challenge in linking scientific disciplines: Understanding the interconnections and how to apply integrated knowledge across different scientific fields.
  • Requirement for practical & analytical skills: Performing basic experiments safely, collecting and analyzing general scientific data.
  • Pressure regarding terminology & calculations: Mastering basic specialized scientific terms and necessary calculation skills in Physics and Chemistry.

Course Content

IGCSE Science – Combined

Biology (B)

2.1: Cell structure
2.2: Movement in and out of cells
6.1: Diet
6.2: Alimentary canal
6.3: Digestion
7.1: Transport in plants
7.2: Transport in mammals
8.1: Gas exchange
8.2: Respiration
9.1: Hormones in humans
9.2: Tropic responses
10.1: Asexual and sexual reproduction
10.2: Sexual reproduction in plants
10.3: Sexual reproduction in humans

Chemistry (C)

2.1: Measurement
2.2: Criteria of purity
2.3: Methods of purification
3.1: Physical and chemical changes
3.2: Elements, compounds and mixtures
3.3: Atomic structure and the Periodic Table
3.4: Ions and ionic bonds
3.5: Molecules and covalent bonds
7.1: Rate (speed) of reaction
7.2: Redox
8.1: The characteristic properties of acids and bases
8.2: Preparation of salts
8.3: Identification of ions and gases
9.1: The Periodic Table
9.2: Periodic trends
9.3: Group properties
9.4: Transition elements
9.5: Noble gases
10.1: Properties of metals
10.2: Reactivity series
10.3: Extraction of metals from their ores
11.1: Water
11.2: Air
11.3: Carbon dioxide and methane
12.1: Fuels
12.2: Homologous series
12.3: Alkanes
12.4: Alkenes

Physics (P)

1.1: Length and time
1.2: Motion
1.3: Mass and weight
1.4: Density
1.5: Effects of forces
1.6: Pressure
2.1: Work
2.2: Energy
2.3: Power
2.4: Energy resources
3.1: Simple kinetic molecular model of matter
3.2: Matter and thermal properties
3.3: Thermal processes
4.1: General wave properties
4.2: Light
4.3: Electromagnetic spectrum
4.4: Sound
5.1: Electric charge
5.2: Current, potential difference and electromotive force (e.m.f)
5.3: Resistance
6.1: Circuit diagrams
6.2: Series and parallel circuits
6.3: Electrical energy
6.4: Dangers of electricity

IGCSE Sciences – Co-ordinated

Biology (B)

2.1: Cell structure
2.2: Movement in and out of cells
4.1: General wave properties
4.2: Light
4.3: Electromagnetic spectrum
4.4: Sound
6.1: Diet
6.2: Alimentary canal
6.3: Digestion
7.1: Transport in plants
7.2: Transport in mammals
8.1: Gas exchange
8.2: Respiration
9.1: Nervous control in humans
9.2: Sense organs
9.3: Hormones
9.4: Homeostasis
9.5: Tropic responses
10.1: Asexual and sexual reproduction
10.2: Sexual reproduction in plants
10.3: Sexual reproduction in humans
11.1: Chromosomes and genes
11.2: Cell division
11.3: Monohybrid inheritance
11.4: Variation and selection

Chemistry (C)

2.1: Measurement
2.2: Criteria of purity
2.3: Methods of purification
3.1: Physical and chemical changes
3.2: Elements, compounds and mixtures
3.3: Atomic structure and the Periodic Table
3.4: Ions and ionic bonds
3.5: Molecules and covalent bonds
3.6: Macromolecules
4.1: Stoichiometry
4.2: The mole
7.1: Rate (speed) of reaction
7.2: Redox
8.1: The characteristic properties of acids and bases
8.2: Types of oxides
8.3: Preparation of salts
8.4: Identification of ions and gases
9.1: The Periodic Table
9.2: Periodic trends
9.3: Group properties
9.4: Transition elements
9.5: Noble gases
10.1: Properties of metals
10.2: Reactivity series
10.3: Extraction of metals from their ores
10.4: Uses of metals
11.1: Water
11.2: Air
11.3: Carbon dioxide and methane
11.4: Nitrogen and fertilisers
14.1: Names of compounds
14.2: Fuels
14.3: Homologous series
14.4: Alkanes
14.5: Alkenes
14.6: Alcohols
14.7: Polymers
14.8: Synthetic polymers

Physics (P)

1.1: Length and time
1.2: Motion
1.3: Mass and weight
1.4: Density
1.5: Forces
2.1: Work
2.2: Energy
2.3: Power
2.4: Energy resources
3.1: Simple kinetic molecular model of matter
3.2: Pressure changes
3.3: Matter and thermal properties
3.4: Measurement of temperature
3.5: Thermal processes
4.1: General wave properties
4.2: Light
4.3: Electromagnetic spectrum
4.4: Sound
5.1: Simple phenomena of magnetism
5.2: Electrical quantities
6.1: Circuit diagrams
6.2: Series and parallel circuits
6.3: Electrical energy
6.4: Dangers of electricity
7.1: Magnetic effect of an electric current
7.2: Force on a current-carrying conductor
7.3: d.c. motor
7.4: Electromagnetic induction
7.5: a.c. generator
7.6: Transformer
8.1: The nuclear atom
8.2: Radioactivity
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Both programs cover the fundamental knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and usually lead to a Double Award certificate (equivalent to two IGCSE subjects). The main difference lies in the approach: Combined Science often presents knowledge more distinctly within each scientific subject, while Co-ordinated Science attempts to integrate topics and emphasize the natural links between the three scientific fields.
Completing IGCSE Science (usually as a Double Award) provides sufficient foundational knowledge and scientific skills for students to continue studying science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) at the IB or A-Level, especially at the Standard Level (SL). However, to study science subjects at the Higher Level (HL) most favorably, having studied Separate Sciences at IGCSE is often considered better preparation.
Yes, practical skills are an important part of IGCSE Science. Students will participate in experiments and investigative activities to better understand theoretical concepts, learn to use laboratory equipment safely and effectively, and collect and analyze data. Assessment of practical skills (through a practical exam or an alternative-to-practical paper) is an indispensable part of the examination.
A solid basic mathematical foundation is necessary. Students need to be able to perform arithmetic operations, basic algebra, handle data, read and draw graphs, and solve simple equations. These skills are particularly important for studying the Physics and Chemistry components of the program.
Yes. Intertu Education offers Trial Classes for IGCSE Science (both Combined and Co-ordinated programs). This is an excellent opportunity for you and your parents to directly experience our teaching methods, meet the teacher, and assess suitability before deciding to enroll in a full course. Please contact our counseling department for more information.
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