Biology 0610 | 1 GCSE
Overview
With an emphasis on human biology, the Cambridge IGCSE Biology syllabus helps 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 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 A Level, which are useful in everyday life.
As they progress, learners understand how science is studied and practiced, and become aware that the results of scientific research can have both good and bad effects on individuals, communities and the environment.
IGCSE BIOLOGY 2017.m4vCourse Content
1. Characteristics and classification of living organisms
2. Organisation of the organism
3. Movement in and out of cells
4. Biological molecules
5. Enzymes
6. Plant nutrition
7. Human nutrition
8. Transport in plants
9. Transport in animals
10. Diseases and immunity
11. Gas exchange in humans
12. Respiration
13. Excretion in humans
14. Coordination and response
15. Drugs
16. Reproduction
17. Inheritance
18. Variation and selection
19. Organisms and their environment
20. Biotechnology and their environment
21. Human influences on ecosystems
Assessment
All candidates take three papers:
Paper 1 Core or Paper 2 Extended Multiple Choice (30%)
Paper 3 Core or Paper 4 Extended Short Answer (50%)
Paper 5 Practical or Paper 6 Alternative to practical (20%)
Progression
Cambridge IGCSE Certificates are general qualifications that enable candidates to progress either directly to employment, or to proceed to further qualifications. Candidates who are awarded grades A* to C for this qualification are well prepared to follow courses leading to Level 3 AS and A Level GCE Biology, Cambridge Pre-U Biology, IB Certificates in Biology or the Cambridge International AS and A Level Biology.