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We provide content, assessment and digital services to learners, educational institutions, employers, governments and other partners globally. We are committed to helping equip learners with the skills they need to enhance their employability prospects and to succeed in the changing world of work. We believe that wherever learning flourishes so do people.  \nReferences to third party materials made in this specification are made in good faith. Pearson does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which may be subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Materials may include textbooks, journals, magazinesand other publications and websites.)  \nAll information in this specification is correct at time of publication.  \nOriginal origami artwork: Mark Bolitho  \nOrigami photography: Pearson Education Ltd/Naki Kouyioumtzis  \nISBN 978 1 446 93341 1  \nAll the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Limited 2024  \nSummary of Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) in Astronomy (1AS 0) specification Issue 3 changes  \n\n| Summary of changes made between previous issue and this current issue | Page number |\n| --- | --- |\n| Removed requirement and area for teacher signature for Observational Fieldwork Declaration form . | 61 |\n\nIf you need further information on these changes or what they mean, contact us via our website at: [qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html](qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html)  \nContents  \n1 Introduction 2  \nWhy choose the Edexcel GCSE in Astronomy? 2  \nSupporting you in planning and implementing this qualification 3  \nQualification at a glance 4  \n2 Subject content and assessment information 6  \nPaper 1: Naked-eye Astronomy 9  \nPaper 2: Telescopic Astronomy 23  \nObservational skills 42  \nAssessment Objectives 47  \n3 Administration and general information 48  \nEntries 48  \nAccess arrangements, reasonable adjustments, special consideration and  \nmalpractice 48  \nStudent recruitment and progression 51  \nAppendix 1: Mathematical skills 55  \nAppendix 2: Formulae and data sheet 56  \nAppendix 3: Calculators 58  \nAppendix 4: Taxonomy 59  \nAppendix 5: Observation Statement 61  \nAppendix 6: The context for the development of this qualification 62  \nAppendix 7: Transferable skills 64  \nAppendix 8: Codes 65  \n1 Introduction  \nWhy choose the Edexcel GCSE in Astronomy?   \nSupporting success in science  \nMost people are fascinated by the night sky and are interested in stories about our continuing exploration of our Solar System and Universe. This course has been developed to build on that interest and to give an introduction to the subject of astronomy.  \nThe course will enable students to understand our position in the Universe, the movements of planets and stars, the cycles in the night and daytime sky, and the way in which we use technology to observe and interact with space. Students will follow an incredible story of how scientists, from ancient civilisations to the modern day, have used their imagination and carefully recorded visual measurement to explore the Universe in which we live.  \nAs with our GCSE (9–1) Science specifications, our Astronomy specification is straightforward to deliver. And we’ve selected a range of observational activities to suit schools that are well equipped with telescopes and those that are more modestly resourced. Of course, when it comes to our assessments, they are shaped to encourage all students to best show what they know and can do.  \nEvery student is different. 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