IGCSE Human Biology
Course code: 4HB1
Delivery method: Online
Course duration: 12 Months
Entry requirements: No prior qualification needed
Award achieved: Edexcel IGCSE Human Biology
Awarding body: Edexcel
IGCSE Human Biology introduces you to the various systems of the human body from organ level right down to the microscopic level of cells. There are also sections on human reproduction, disease and how we are affected by and affect the environment.
You will study subjects like human resources, accounting and finance and marketing.
Upon successful completion of the exam and practical assessments (as
administered by Edexcel), you will have achieved an internationally
recognised Edexcel IGCSE Human Biology (4HB1) qualification.
- Knowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of the human
body. - Appreciation of how the human organism maintains itself.
- Appreciation of how humans relate to other animals and how we depend
on plants. - An understanding of how we can best modify our environment and habitats
to produce healthy conditions for present and future populations.
This course is divided into 14 units:
Unit 1: Cells and Tissues
Unit 2: Biological Molecules
Unit 3: Movement of Substances in and out of Cells
Unit 4: Form and Movement: Bones, Muscles and Joints
Unit 5: Coordination
Unit 6: Nutrition and Energy
Unit 7: Respiration
Unit 8: Gas Exchange
Unit 9: Internal Transport
Unit 10: Homeostatic Mechanisms
Unit 11: Reproduction and Heredity
Unit 12: Disease
Unit 13: Non-Pathogenic Organisms and their Importance
Unit 14: Environment
Formative assessment:
Activities, multiple choice assessment, short answer and tutor marketed
mock exam.
Summative Assessment:
Final exam sat over two papers.
The Edexcel IGCSE Human Biology qualification is gained once the two
exam papers are successfully completed. These exams are administered
by Edexcel and assessment centre details will be included with your
course.
In addition, there will be a number of tutor marked assessments (TMAs) to
ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the course materials,
with the tutor sending comments to guide you through any areas of
potential difficulty, as well as a range of self-assessments that are
indicators that you understand the materials as you work through them.
These are for your own information, and do not need to be shown to your
course tutor.
Online
The course is primarily an online course using a Learning Management System (LMS).
The online course has many features that cannot be printed such as embedded videos, forums and interactive tests.
The course includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.
Tutor support:
Our Self-Learning Courses let you choose when you want to learn and how fast you want to go. Our Course is designed for the self-study method, and most students are fine without help.
However, we understand every student is not the same, you can choose to add one year of tutor support for only £55 per year .You will receive tutor feedback and support by email for 12 months.
One-on-one Support:
One-on-one Tutors are available online across all subjects. All Tutors are fully qualified. When working one-on-one with a tutor, the child is the session’s focus. Individual students receive better and more personalised feedback. One-on-one tutoring can help you learn more than just the answer to a problem. Tutoring is flexible based on needs.
A personal tutor will take the time to understand the child’s strengths and weaknesses and work with them and their parents to establish common goals. The tutor will provide undivided attention to the student’s specific needs, adapting as necessary to achieve a common goal throughout the session.
One-on-one tutoring fees start from £30 per hour. Please get in touch with us if you need one-on-one tutor support.
How do I get my course?
Online
If the course you have bought is delivered online you will receive your login details by 2pm the next working day.
What do I do next?
All the information you need to complete your course will be included in your study guide. Once you have your course you will be good to go!
Everyone at Oxford College Of Education wishes you the best of luck on your studying journey! We know it’s both rewarding and challenging and ultimately what a difference that qualification will make to your career path and life.
Good luck!
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