IGCSE Combined Science

provide an enjoyable and worthwhile educational experience for all learners, whether or not they go on to study science beyond this level

enable learners to acquire sufficient knowledge and understanding to: become confident citizens in a technological world and develop an informed interest in scientific matters be suitably prepared for studies beyond Cambridge IGCSE

allow learners to recognise that science is evidence-based and understand the usefulness and the limitations of the scientific method

develop skills that:are relevant to the study and practice of scienceare useful in everyday lifeencourage a systematic approach to problem-solvingencourage efficient and safe practiceencourage effective communication through the language of science

develop attitudes relevant to science, such as: concern for accuracy and precision objectivity integrity enquiry initiative inventiveness

enable learners to appreciate that:science is subject to social, economic, technological, ethical and cultural influences and limitationsthe applications of science may be both beneficial and detrimental to the individual, the community and the environment.