Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs - Science - Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology

Oct 20, 2026

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Science guide introducing the Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, and Science (Double Award/Single Award) qualifications. It outlines linear versus modular assessment routes, explains recognized progression pathways, and provides guidance for schools supporting students’ International GCSE option choices. The guide also highlights Pearson’s support across pre- and post-exam stages and introduces Teaching Hubs as a digital solution for Science teachers. It summarizes qualification heritage, global recognition, grading and awarding information, and available teaching and learning resources.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

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Pages17

Reading Time43 min

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Welcome to Pearson

Modern, progressive International GCSE qualifications

Recognised worldwide for academic excellence

Grading and awarding

Flexible Science courses

Modular and linear assessment routes

Biology: a closer look

Chemistry: a closer look

Physics: a closer look

Science (Double Award): a closer look

Science (Single Award): a closer look

Human Biology: a closer look

Supporting you at every stage

Pre and post exam support for educators

Teaching and learning resources

Teaching Hubs

Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs Science Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, Science (Double Award) and Science (Single Award) Linear qualifications first teaching September 2017 Modular qualifications first teaching September 2024 Choosing Pearson Edexcel as your school’s International GCSE partner Helping your students select their International GCSE options is a key moment in their schooling; it’s an important time in learners’ lives and we want to reassure you that with Pearson as your qualifications partner, you can be sure both you and your students are setting yourselves up for future success. In this guide, you’ll learn more about who we are, the recognition and progression our Pearson Edexcel international qualifications enjoy, and we’ll take a closer look at International GCSE Science, including our choice of linear or modular assessment routes. We wish you the best of success foryour International GCSE journey! Our international qualifications and resources deliver results See what our schools and learners say. Scan the QR code or search ‘success stories’[at pearson.com/international-schools](at pearson.com/international-schools). Inside this guide Contents 2 Welcome to Pearson 3 Modern, progressive International GCSE qualifications 4 Recognised worldwide for academic excellence 5 Grading and awarding 6 Flexible Science courses to suit your students’ needs and interests 8 Modular and linear assessment routes 10 Biology: a closer look 12 Chemistry: a closer look 14 Physics: a closer look 16 Science (Double Award): a closer look 20 Science (Single Award): a closer look 21 Human Biology: a closer look 22 Supporting you at every stage 23 Pre and post exam support foryour educators 26 A wide range of teaching and learning resources 28 Teaching Hubs International GCSE Science highlights A choice of modular or linear assessment A modular approach is where a qualification’s assessments are split into units and taken over several exam series. We are the only awarding body to offer a modular route for International GCSEs as an alternative to the linear assessment route. Seepage 8 Teaching Hubs A digital solution for all International GCSE Science teachers: spend less time planning and more teaching with our Teaching Hubs, providing educators with everything they need to deliver successful lessons. Seepage 28 1 Welcome to Pearson Asthe world’s leading learning company, our mission at Pearson is to help people realise the life they imagine through learning. We offer international qualifications and assessments designed specifically for international students, that are recognised and accepted by universities all over the world and provided to your international school by a trusted and respected awarding body with a long history of qualifications provision. We work together with international schools around the world to make a positive difference to learners’lives and we believe the best part of working in education is seeing learners progress. Let’s make a difference to your learners’futures, together. ® IAL is a registered trademark of Pearson Education Ltd in the UK and other countries. We are with you, for you When you partner with us, you join thousands of schools around the world who have done the same and are enjoying the benefits for their educators and learners. The international schools we work with value our innovation, our world renowned curriculum content and qualifications and they benefit from the choice and flexibility we offer. They trust us and work closely with their local Pearson consultants who share their vision and work everyday to help them achieve it. This trusted partnership ensures learners receive the very best educational support and educators benefit from the assurance that they are backed by a dedicated team invested in their success. What this means for you You can trust Pearson Edexcel Inte

FAQs

What International GCSE Science subjects are included in this guide?

The guide covers Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, and Science options including Double Award and Single Award.

What is the difference between modular and linear assessment routes?

Modular assessment splits qualification assessments into units taken over several exam series, while linear assessment follows a single assessment route.

How does Pearson support schools and educators throughout the International GCSE Science journey?

The guide describes dedicated support across pre- and post-exam stages and teaching resources, including Teaching Hubs that help educators plan less and teach more.

Oct 20, 2026

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