iGCSE Biology

Course overview

• Tutors

  Tutor Support

  Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to our amazing tutor support team, who are on hand to help you with any queries you may have. They are experts in their fields and happy to help!

  The Advisor Team

  Anything these guys don’t know about educational courses isn’t worth knowing! They are an amazing bunch of friendly experts, who will help you select the right course for your needs, so you can follow your dreams.

  

  Academic Team

  A great set of people to have in your corner if you find yourself stumped by a section of the course! This wonderful team will come to your rescue ASAP and talk you through anything you need help with, so you can keep momentum and get your qualification!

  

  Customer Support Team

  Find yourself fighting with technology? Our customer support team are here to save the day! If you have any issues accessing the platform for your course, or downloading your certificate, they will sort it out for you in no time!

  

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• Accreditations

  Once you’ve worked your way through the online modules and assessments, you’ll be ready to sit your in-person exam, that’s needed to pass your iGCSE in Biology.

  Please note: We don’t offer the practical element of the Biology exam. This is your responsibility to organise.

  Your iGCSE will be graded on a nine-point scale – 9 is the best grade you can get.

  

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• Topics you'll cover

  With your iBiology GSCE you will cover 4 units that will give you a thorough understanding into the subject of Biology. You’ll cover a range of topics including Cell Biology, Cell Division, Principles of Organisation, and Infection & Response.

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• Modules

  Unit 1: Cell Biology

  • Cell structure
  • Eukaryotes and prokaryotes
  • Animal and plant cells
  • Cell specialisation
  • Cell differentiation
  • Microscopy
  • Culturing microorganisms

  Unit 2: Cell Division

  • Chromosomes
  • Mitosis and the cell cycle
  • Stem cells
  • Transport in cells
  • Diffusion
  • Osmosis
  • Active transport

  Unit 3: Organisation

  • Principles of organisation
  • Animal tissues, organs and organ systems
  • The human digestive system
  • The heart and blood vessels
  • Blood
  • Coronary heart disease, a non-communicable disease
  • Health Issues
  • The effect of lifestyle on some non-communicable diseases
  • Cancer
  • Plant tissues, organs and systems

  Unit 4: Infection and Response

  • Communicable diseases
  • Monoclonal antibodies
  • Plant disease
  • Bioenergetics
  • Homeostasis and response
  • Inheritance, variation and evolution
  • Ecology

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• Course Duration

  You have two years to complete your Biology iGCSE, but it can be completed in just 6 months!

  There are 300 hours of learning required with this Biology iGCSE.

  You’ll need to take exams into account, however, as exam sittings are held once per year in May or June.

  We have 5 examination centres: Bolton, Coventry, Doncaster, St Neots Cambridgeshire and Wimbledon. All of our centres have been approved for you to take your GCSE exam by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).

• Quick FAQs

  What are iGCSEs?

  GCSEs are the compulsory qualifications taken by students in the UK between the ages of 14 and 16 which lead to further studies, such as A Levels, or other international equivalent qualifications, before progressing onto university. International General Certificate of Secondary Education, also known as iGCSEs, are the ‘international’ version of GCSE, and they are available in many countries around the world.

  What’s the difference between iGCSE and GCSE?

  The differences between iGCSE and GCSE are very minor. GCSEs are only available in the UK and a small number of other counties, whereas iGCSEs can be taken in over 150 counties across the world. They are both equivalent qualifications that are highly regarded and accepted by universities and employers within the UK.

  So, who are iGCSEs suitable for?

  iGCSEs are the most popular international qualification for those aged 14-16 around the world. They are the qualifications you’ll need to progress to higher education or professional studies, either in your home country or overseas.

  iGCSEs are often taken by students who wish to:

  • get a place at a university or college, either in your home country or overseas
  • pass the language tests to emigrate or study in another country, for example, achieving a grade C or above in iGCSE English is usually the pre-requisite that some universities in English-speaking nations have in order to apply

  Are there any requirements for me to undertake iGCSE?

  No. Non. Nein! There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course.

  Is this iGCSE Biology qualification internationally recognised?

  This iGCSE Biology qualification is an internationally recognised qualification which means it will be accepted and recognised by colleges, universities and employers around the world.

  When do I get my Biology iGCSE?

  Once you are enrolled you can start learning online straight away – there are no timetables to follow so you can study at your own speed with complete flexibility.

  They’ll be fun online quizzes to help you assess your knowledge as you go. Once you’ve worked your way through all the maths modules, you’ll be provided with a mock exam to help you prepare for sitting the official iGCSE Biology Pearson Edexcel exam.

   

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