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Extends GCSE science and contains elements of biology, chemistry and physics, as well as earth science and environmental science. The specification is purpose-built for those candidates who wish to continue with a broad study of science beyond GCSE, but who choose not to specialise in the separate science disciplines.

Benefits

• Draws on the content identified in the QCA Subject Criteria for Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Provides a balanced and coherent study of science.
• Candidates can sit the exam for the first time in January of year 12.
• The revised specification has less emphasis on recall and more on understanding and application.