Interactive
Learner Guide
TM
Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge IGCSE (9–1)
Biology 0610/0970
For examination from 2023
Version 1
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review; not only to measure the success of our resources but also to highlight areas for improvement and to
identify new development needs.
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Copyright © UCLES 2021
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the brand name of the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the
University of Cambridge.
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their own internal use. However, we cannot give permission to Centres to photocopy any material that is acknowledged to a
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,Contents
About this guide 4
Section 1: Syllabus content - what you need to know about 5
Section 2: How you will be assessed 6
Section 3: What skills will be assessed 12
Section 4: Example candidate response 13
Section 5: Revision 18
Section 6: Useful websites 56
, Learner Guide
About this guide
This guide explains what you need to know about your Cambridge IGCSE Biology course and examinations. It will help you to:
9 understand what skills you should develop by taking this Cambridge IGCSE course
9 understand how you will be assessed
9 understand what we are looking for in the answers you write
9 plan your revision programme
9 revise, by providing revision tips and an interactive revision checklist (Section 5).
The aims of this syllabus are to enable you to:
• acquire scientific knowledge and understanding of scientific theories and practice
• develop a range of experimental skills, including handling variables and working safely
• use scientific data and evidence to solve problems and discuss the limitations of scientific methods
• communicate effectively and clearly, using scientific terminology, notation and conventions
• understand that the application of scientific knowledge can benefit people and the environment
• enjoy science and develop an informed interest in scientific matters which support further study.
4 Cambridge IGCSE Biology
Learner Guide
TM
Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge IGCSE (9–1)
Biology 0610/0970
For examination from 2023
Version 1
, In order to help us develop the highest quality resources, we are undertaking a continuous programme of
review; not only to measure the success of our resources but also to highlight areas for improvement and to
identify new development needs.
We invite you to complete our survey by visiting the website below. Your comments on the quality and
relevance of our resources are very important to us.
www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GL6ZNJB
Copyright © UCLES 2021
Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is
the brand name of the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the
University of Cambridge.
UCLES retains the copyright on all its publications. Registered Centres are permitted to copy material from this booklet for
their own internal use. However, we cannot give permission to Centres to photocopy any material that is acknowledged to a
third party, even for internal use within a Centre.
,Contents
About this guide 4
Section 1: Syllabus content - what you need to know about 5
Section 2: How you will be assessed 6
Section 3: What skills will be assessed 12
Section 4: Example candidate response 13
Section 5: Revision 18
Section 6: Useful websites 56
, Learner Guide
About this guide
This guide explains what you need to know about your Cambridge IGCSE Biology course and examinations. It will help you to:
9 understand what skills you should develop by taking this Cambridge IGCSE course
9 understand how you will be assessed
9 understand what we are looking for in the answers you write
9 plan your revision programme
9 revise, by providing revision tips and an interactive revision checklist (Section 5).
The aims of this syllabus are to enable you to:
• acquire scientific knowledge and understanding of scientific theories and practice
• develop a range of experimental skills, including handling variables and working safely
• use scientific data and evidence to solve problems and discuss the limitations of scientific methods
• communicate effectively and clearly, using scientific terminology, notation and conventions
• understand that the application of scientific knowledge can benefit people and the environment
• enjoy science and develop an informed interest in scientific matters which support further study.
4 Cambridge IGCSE Biology
