Science
Training for International Science qualifications
This update is for teachers delivering Pearson Edexcel International GCSE and IAL Science qualifications. In the update you will find information about upcoming training events.
International Science qualification training opportunities
Please see the tables below for upcoming training we have available for International Science qualifications. Details of all events can be viewed from the Professional Development Academy pages.
Please note, sometimes dates/times of events may need to change and new events may be added. Please, therefore, do keep an eye on the Professional Development Academy pages for the most up-to-date information.
The International GCSE Chemistry 'Mark like an examiner' training event taking place on Tuesday 7th February is a trial event for Chemistry. If it's popular, we'll look to offer similar events in the other sciences.
Subject advisor
Irine Muhiuddin
Science
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