We're pleased to announce that we now have accreditation from Ofqual for our Edexcel Certificate in Sciences (our International GCSEs for UK schools), for use by UK state schools. The accredited versions of the specification and sample assessment materials are now available to download from the individual subject pages.
These new qualifications are based on our already well established and extremely popular Science International GCSEs, and incorporate the most recent changes and improvements to these qualifications.
The Edexcel Certificate in Sciences is a single-tier qualification, equally suitable for teaching by schools, colleges or private tutors, and is assessed through terminal examinations and graded from G to A* for the following:
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Helping you deliver science at Key Stage 4
The Edexcel Certificate in Sciences gives you more options for your learners and the opportunity to take a fresh look at your Key Stage 4 science courses. Schools taking the existing International GCSE courses, on which the Certificate is based, have enjoyed a return to teaching science in a more traditional way. There is emphasis on:
- core scientific knowledge and the freedom to use practical time to explore science rather than coursework tasks
- taking a different approach to Key Stage 4 Science, looking at teaching science in a more traditional way
- providing the necessary preparation required for progression to A levels in science.
Support and training
Our team of science experts and advisors is here to make sure you have all the help and advice you need. You can get in touch by phone or email:
We're offering free training events where you can find out more about this qualification. For more information, visit our training page and search for 'Edexcel Certificate'.
You can also keep in touch by completing an expression of interest form, so that we can let you know when final specifications, sample assessment materials and other support materials are available.