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Combined Science GCSE (Trilogy)
Course overview
We offer a unique opportunity to re-sit GCSE Combined Science. You study this course for a year, and you will receive 2 GCSE grades. Many Job roles or degree require a minimum of a grade 4 GCSE in Science, so we provide the opportunity to either improve your grade. As these GCSE’s are completed in one year, we require all applicants to undertake a diagnostic assessment in science to choose between Foundation and Higher programme.
Course details
You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including Double Science, English, and Maths. You will need either English or Maths at Grade 4 or above.
The course is assessed through a series of examinations in physics, chemistry, and biology. The overall grade is calculated from the combined exam results and is awarded on a scale from 1 to 9.
GCSE Combined Science is a widely recognised and highly regarded qualification that develops introductory knowledge and scientific skills across the core science subjects. It supports progression to a wide range Level 3 course of both science and non-science pathways.
Trilogy covers key topics in biology, chemistry, and physics, presented in a clear and logical order to make learning easier. Throughout the course, students develop important scientific skills, with opportunities to build practical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. The content and required practical work match the separate GCSEs in biology, chemistry, and physics, giving teachers flexibility and allowing students to move between courses if needed.
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