GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy
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- Teaching from: September 2016
- Exams from: June 2018
- Specification code: 8464
- QAN code: 601/8758/X
Combined Science: Trilogy is part of our science suite, developed with teachers to inspire and challenge students of all abilities and aspirations. (See also GCSE Combined Science: Synergy).
Trilogy is a double award and worth two GCSEs. It is assessed by six, 1 hour and 15 minute exams.
The clear, two-column format lists what students need to know and be able to do, with key opportunities for skills development signposted throughout. Further sections outline the requirements for the skills in working scientifically, maths and practical assessment.
You’ll find all the content of Combined Science: Trilogy, including the 21 required practicals, in the separate sciences. This means that this specification is fully co-teachable with the separate GCSE sciences.
Teaching resources
Plan
Prepare for your teaching year. Information, support and services to help you deliver the specification.
Teach
Teaching resources that you can use to plan your lessons and support your students’ learning.
Assess
Prepare your students for assessment. Past papers, mark schemes and example answers.
Key dates
- Exam for GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy - Biology Paper 1 (both tiers) (8464/B/1F and 1H)
Series: November 2021
Start time: am
Duration: 1h 15m - Exam for GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy - Chemistry Paper 1 (both tiers) (8464/C/1F and 1H)
Series: November 2021
Start time: am
Duration: 1h 15m - Exam for GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy - Physics Paper 1 (both tiers) (8464/P/1F and 1H)
Series: November 2021
Start time: am
Duration: 1h 15m
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