Resources Specification

GCSE Science B Specification at a glance

Unit 1: My World

  • Written paper – 1 hour
  • 60 marks – 25%
  • Closed and structured questions assessing the content of Unit 1
    At least one question assessing Quality of Written Communication

Unit 2: My Family and Home

  • Written paper – 1 hour
  • 60 marks – 25%
  • Closed and structured questions assessing the content of Unit 2
    At least one question assessing Quality of Written Communication in a science context

Unit 3: Making My World a Better Place

  • Written paper – 1 hour
  • 60 marks – 25%
  • Closed and structured questions assessing the content of Unit 3
    At least one question assessing Quality of Written Communication in a science context

Unit 4: Using Practical and Investigative Skills

  • Controlled Assessment
  • 48 marks – 25%