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We are part of the University of Cambridge – the birthplace of scientific discoveries such as the laws of gravity, the electron and the structure of DNA. We believe that practical science is a fundamental component of providing excellent science education, and that formal assessment improves classroom practice.  \nThe importance of practical science assessment  \nUniversities want to see evidence that a student has undertaken practical work during their science studies at school. We believe that the best preparation for university study is to support practical science throughout a student’s pathway, from Cambridge IGCSETM to Cambridge International AS & A Level. This gives students the practical experience that universities value so highly.  \nThe formal assessment of practical science skills delivers both immediate and long-term benefits:  \n• Science is a practical subject and research1 suggests that success in future scientific study, or a scientific career, requires good practical skills.  \n• When considering applications to science degree courses, universities want to see practical experience as well as theoretical understanding.  \n• Students with proven practical science skills are best placed to apply to such courses, especially at the most prestigious institutions, and to do well in their undergraduate studies.  \n• Practical skills improve understanding of the principles of scientific enquiry and of scientific theory.  \n• Practical science can be one of the most exciting and interesting elements of a science course, sparking curiosity and engagement and improving understanding. From a teacher’s perspective, the motivational value of practical science can play a vital role in improving student performance across the class.  \n• Many of the specific skills gained through practical science experience, such as accurate measurement and observation, or the value of perseverance, are shown to support progress in many other courses of study or employment routes.  \n• As practical science is often a group activity, it can also encourage lifelong skills that are highly relevant to other subjects and career paths, such as team working, collaboration and communication skills.  \nThe Cambridge approach  \nOur work is informed by research and underpinned by over 150 years of experience. We believe that education works best when curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment are closely aligned. That belief inspires the design of all aspects of Cambridge programmes, including our science provision.  \n Cambridge International AS Level science practicals have given students a head start at university, as the students who have been exposed to other syllabi have never had a chance to work with laboratory equipment or chemicals.   \nBronwyn Crichton, Head of Department – Science, Lonehill Academy, Johannesburg, South Africa  \n[1](1 www.gatsby.org.uk/uploads/education/reports/pdf/good-practical-science-report.pdf)[ www.gatsby.org.uk/uploads/education/reports/pdf/good-practical-science-report.pdf](1 www.gatsby.org.uk/uploads/education/reports/pdf/good-practical-science-report.pdf)  \nStudying science with Cambridge International  \nCambridge sciences are available in a wide range of subjects and options at Cambridge IGCSETM, Cambridge O Level or Cambridge International AS & A Level. Students can study individual science subjects, or for IGCSE or O Level choose a coordinated syllabus.  \nTheoretical and practical learning combined  \nSyllabuses combine theoretical and practical learning to provide a solid foundation for university or employment.  \nPractical skills  \nUniversities want to see evidence that a student has undertaken practical work during their science studies at school. Our assessments support students to be in the best position to apply to the university of their choice.  \nDelivering practica","cbCaipgCydEkmpNu","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipgCydEkmpNu","pdf",382799,"English","# The importance of practical science assessment\n## The Cambridge approach\n# Studying science with Cambridge International\n## Theoretical and practical learning combined\n## Practical skills and delivery of assessments\n## Frequently asked questions","[{\"question\":\"Why do some schools opt for science qualifications that do not emphasise practical science?\",\"answer\":\"Some schools lack laboratory resources or do not have teachers with practical science skills. 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