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IGCSE Sciences
IGCSE Sciences

It is advisable that only pupils who maintain con-
sistent A*- B grades in each of the three disciplines
at KS3 Science take all three Sciences as an option: or
else it may become too difficult to cope with at KS4

IGCSE Biology IGCSE 0610

With an emphasis on human biology, the Cam-
bridge IGCSE Biology syllabus helps learners to un-
derstand the technological world in which they live
and take an informed interest in science and scientif-
ic developments. Learners gain an understanding of
the basic principles of Biology through a mix of theoretical and practical studies. They also develop
an understanding of the scientific skills essential for further study at Cambridge International AS
and A Level, which are useful in everyday life.

A study of Biology can prepare you for a career in the science and health sectors. You also develop
a range of transferable skills.

Jobs related to Biology include:

• Clinical molecular geneticist
• Nature conservation officer
• Pharmacologist
• Research scientist (life sciences)
• Research scientist (medical)
• Soil scientist
• Dentist
• Medical Doctor

Please contact the Head of Department smatthew@jpgs.org for further information.

IGCSE Chemistry IGCSE 0620

The Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry syllabus en-
ables learners to understand the technological
world in which they live, and take an informed
interest in science and scientific developments.
Learners gain an understanding of the basic prin-
ciples of Chemistry through a mix of theoretical
and practical studies. They also develop an un-
derstanding of the scientific skills essential for
further study at Cambridge International AS and
A Level, skills which are useful in everyday life.

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