Science
Autumn Exam Series 2020 update
If you are thinking of entering candidates for the Autumn 2020 exam series for GCSE Combined Science, GCSE Biology, Chemistry or Physics please visit the Autumn 2020 exam series page for further information.
The headlines are - entry deadline for GCSE entry is on the 18 September 2020 and entry fees have been frozen at 2019/20 series rates.
There are no changes in terms of numbers of papers sat, times of assessments, or specification content of assessment for these papers.
Learn more - Autumn 2020 exam series
Subject updates
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April 2026 Teaching Science update
Welcome to the April Teaching Science Update.
This update includes key dates for Head Teacher declaration forms, the A level Biology A pre-release article for summer exams, training events such as a BTEC briefing on Level 2 and Level 3 reforms in England, Paper 3 preparation networks for A level Chemistry and Physics, new A level Physics switching guides for Pearson Edexcel, and other qualifications news to keep you informed.
Best wishes,
Irine Muhiuddin
Science Subject Advisor
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International Science Qualification News April 2026
Hello colleagues,
Welcome to your April update for teachers of International Science qualifications! This update has information on the scientific article for IAL biology, an invitation to take part in research for IAL biology and chemistry teachers, news of support for centres affected by the conflict in the Middle East, a UCAS consultation which may be of interest to those in the UK, and recordings of recent 'preparing for our exams' training!
As ever, don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help in any way - why not book a Teams call with me (follow the link below) if it would be helpful to talk something over?
Best wishes,
Tim Lawrence
Pearson Edexcel Subject Advisor for International Science Qualifications