Functional Skills GCSE Science
At Achieve Group based in Bury, we offer the Functional Skills Science GCSE qualification training course to students across the North West.
Our GCSE Science course is designed to inspire curiosity and develop a strong foundation in the core sciences — Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Whether you’re aiming for further study, a career in science, or simply want to gain a key qualification for life and work, this course provides the knowledge and practical skills you need to succeed.
Science Topics Covered
GCSE Science may be studied as either Combined Science (worth two GCSEs) or as Separate Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics as individual GCSEs). The topics below apply to both routes, with greater depth in Separate Sciences.
Biology
Cell biology
Organisation (e.g., tissues, organs, and systems)
Infection and response
Bioenergetics (photosynthesis and respiration)
Homeostasis and response
Inheritance, variation, and evolution
Ecology and ecosystems
Chemistry
Atomic structure and the periodic table
Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter
Quantitative chemistry
Chemical changes
Energy changes
The rate and extent of chemical reactions
Organic chemistry
Chemical analysis
The atmosphere and environmental chemistry
Physics
Forces and motion
Energy
Waves (including light and sound)
Electricity and circuits
Magnetism and electromagnetism
Particle model of matter
Atomic structure and radioactivity
Space physics (Separate Science only)
GCSE Science Exam Structure
Combined Science (Double Award)
Six exams in total (two each for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)
Each paper: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total of two GCSE grades awarded
Separate Sciences (Triple Award)
Six exams in total (two each for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)
Each paper: 1 hour 45 minutes
Three separate GCSE grades awarded (one for each subject)
Assessment Details
Mixture of multiple-choice, short-answer, and longer structured questions
Questions test knowledge, understanding, application, and practical skills
Practical work is embedded throughout, with required practicals forming part of the exam content
How To Apply
To apply for the Functional Skills Science GCSE training course in the North West, simply complete our enquiry form with your contact details. Once submitted, we’ll get in touch to confirm your eligibility and guide you through the enrollment process.
If you have any questions regarding our training courses or need more information, feel free to call us on 01204 66 8811 – we’re here to help!
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