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SyllabusCambridge IGCSE (9–1)Biology 0970For examination in June and November 2020 and 2021.Version 2Please check the syllabus page at www.cambridgeinternational.org/igcseto see if this syllabus is available in your administrative zone.
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Contents1 Why choose this syllabus? . 22 Syllabus overview . 5Aims5Content overview6Assessment overview7Assessment objectives83 Subject content .104 Details of the assessment . 48Core Assessment48Extended Assessment48Practical Assessment49Glossary of terms used in science papers515 Appendix.52Safety in the laboratory52Mathematical requirements52Presentation of data53ICT opportunities54Conventions (e.g. signs, symbols, terminology and nomenclature)546 What else you need to know .55Before you start55Making entries56After the exam57How students and teachers can use the grades57Grade descriptions57Changes to this syllabus for 2020 and 202158Changes to this syllabusFor information about changes to this syllabus for 2020 and 2021, go to page 58.The latest syllabus is version 2, published February 2018. There are no significant changes which affectteaching.Any textbooks endorsed to support IGCSE Biology (0610) for examination from 2016 are suitable for use withthis syllabus.
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021.1 Why choose this syllabus?Key benefitsCambridge IGCSE syllabuses are created especially for international students. For over 25 years, we have workedwith schools and teachers worldwide to develop syllabuses that are suitable for different countries, different typesof schools and for learners with a wide range of abilities.Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology enables learners to: increase their understanding of the technological world take an informed interest in scientific matters recognise the usefulness (and limitations) of scientific method, and how to apply this to other disciplines and ineveryday life develop relevant attitudes, such as a concern for accuracy and precision, objectivity, integrity, enquiry, initiativeand inventiveness develop an interest in, and care for, the environment better understand the influences and limitations placed on scientific study by society, economy, technology,ethics, the community and the environment develop an understanding of the scientific skills essential for both further study and everyday life.Our programmes balance a thorough knowledge and understanding of a subject and help to develop the skillslearners need for their next steps in education or employment.Our approach encourages learners to be:Cambridgelearner‘The strength of Cambridge IGCSE qualifications is internationally recognised and has providedan international pathway for our students to continue their studies around the world.’Gary Tan, Head of Schools and CEO, Raffles International Group of Schools, Indonesia2www.cambridgeinternational.org/igcseBack to contents page
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. Why choose this syllabus?Recognition and progressionThe combination of knowledge and skills in Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology gives learners a solid foundation forfurther study. Candidates who achieve grades 4 to 9 are well prepared to follow a wide range of courses includingCambridge International AS & A Level Biology.Cambridge IGCSEs are accepted and valued by leading universities and employers around the world as evidence ofacademic achievement. Many universities require a combination of Cambridge International AS & A Levels andCambridge IGCSEs or equivalent to meet their entry requirements.Learn more at idge IGCSE is one of the most sought-after and recognised qualifications in the world. Itis very popular in Egypt because it provides the perfect preparation for success at advanced levelprogrammes.’Mrs Omnia Kassabgy, Managing Director of British School in Egypt BSEBack to contents pagewww.cambridgeinternational.org/igcse3
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. Why choose this syllabus?Supporting teachersWe provide a wide range of practical resources, detailed guidance, and innovative training and professionaldevelopment so that you can give your learners the best possible preparation for Cambridge IGCSE.Teaching resourcesExam preparation resources School Support Hubwww.cambridgeinternational.org/support Question papers Syllabus Scheme of work Example candidate responses to understandwhat examiners are looking for at key grades Learner guide Examiner reports to improve future teaching Mark schemes Discussion forum Resource list Endorsed textbooks and digital resourcesTraining Face-to-face workshops around the world Online self-study training Online tutor-led training Cambridge Professional al.org/igcseSupport forCambridgeIGCSECommunityYou can find useful information, as well asshare your ideas and experiences with otherteachers, on our social media channels andcommunity forums.Find out more atwww.cambridgeinternational.org/social-mediaBack to contents page
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021.2 Syllabus overviewAimsThe aims describe the purposes of a course based on this syllabus.You can deliver some of the aims using suitable local, international or historical examples and applications, orthrough collaborative experimental work.The aims are to: provide an enjoyable and worthwhile educational experience for all learners, whether or not they go on tostudy 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, ofscientific method develop skills that:–– are relevant to the study and practice of biology–– are useful in everyday life–– encourage a systematic approach to problem solving–– encourage efficient and safe practice–– encourage effective communication through the language of science develop attitudes relevant to biology 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 limitations–– the applications of science may be both beneficial and detrimental to the individual, the community andthe environment.Back to contents pagewww.cambridgeinternational.org/igcse5
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. Syllabus overviewContent overviewCandidates study the following topics:1Characteristics and classification of living organisms2Organisation of the organism3Movement in and out of cells4Biological molecules5Enzymes6Plant nutrition7Human nutrition8Transport in plants9Transport in animals10 Diseases and immunity11 Gas exchange in humans12 Respiration13 Excretion in humans14 Coordination and response15 Drugs16 Reproduction17 Inheritance18 Variation and selection19 Organisms and their environment20 Biotechnology and genetic engineering21 Human influences on ecosystemsSupport for Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) BiologyOur School Support Hub www.cambridgeinternational.org/support provides Cambridge schools with asecure site for downloading specimen and past question papers, mark schemes, grade thresholds and othercurriculum resources specific to this syllabus. The School Support Hub community offers teachers theopportunity to connect with each other and to ask questions related to the syllabus.6www.cambridgeinternational.org/igcseBack to contents page
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. Syllabus overviewAssessment overviewAll candidates take three papers.Candidates who have studied the Core subject content, or who are expected to achieve a grade 3 or below, should beentered for Paper 1, Paper 3 and either Paper 5 or Paper 6. These candidates will be eligible for grades 1 to 5.Candidates who have studied the Extended subject content (Core and Supplement), and who are expected to achieve agrade 4 or above, should be entered for Paper 2, Paper 4 and either Paper 5 or Paper 6. These candidates will be eligiblefor grades 1 to 9.Core candidates take:Paper 1Multiple ChoiceExtended candidates take:45 minutes30%Paper 2Multiple Choice45 minutes30%40 marks40 marks40 four-choice multiple-choice questions40 four-choice multiple-choice questionsQuestions will be based on the Core subjectcontentQuestions will be based on the Extendedsubject content (Core and Supplement)Assessing grades 1–5Assessing grades 1–9Externally assessedExternally assessedand Core candidates take:and Extended candidates take:Paper 3Theory1 hour 15 minutes50%Paper 4Theory1 hour 15 minutes50%80 marks80 marksShort-answer and structured questionsShort-answer and structured questionsQuestions will be based on the Core subjectcontentQuestions will be based on the Extendedsubject content (Core and Supplement)Assessing grades 1–5Assessing grades 1–9Externally assessedExternally assessedAll candidates takeeither:or:Paper 5Practical Test1 hour 15 minutes20%Paper 6Alternative to Practical1 hour20%40 marks40 marksQuestions will be based on the experimentalskills in Section 4Questions will be based on the experimentalskills in Section 4Assessing grades 1–9Assessing grades 1–9Externally assessedExternally assessedBack to contents pagewww.cambridgeinternational.org/igcse7
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. Syllabus overviewAssessment objectivesThe assessment objectives (AOs) are:AO1 Knowledge with understandingCandidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: scientific phenomena, facts, laws, definitions, concepts and theories scientific vocabulary, terminology and conventions (including symbols, quantities and units) scientific instruments and apparatus, including techniques of operation and aspects of safety scientific and technological applications with their social, economic and environmental implications.Subject content defines the factual material that candidates may be required to recall and explain. Candidates willalso be asked questions that require them to apply this material to unfamiliar contexts and to apply knowledgefrom one area of the syllabus to another.Questions testing this objective will often begin with one of the following words: define, state, describe, explain(using your knowledge and understanding) or outline (see the Glossary of terms used in science papers).AO2 Handling information and problem solvingCandidates should be able, in words or using other written forms of presentation (i.e. symbolic, graphical andnumerical), to: locate, select, organise and present information from a variety of sources translate information from one form to another manipulate numerical and other data use information to identify patterns, report trends and draw inferences present reasoned explanations for phenomena, patterns and relationships make predictions and hypotheses solve problems, including some of a quantitative nature.Questions testing these skills may be based on information that is unfamiliar to candidates, requiring them to applythe principles and concepts from the syllabus to a new situation, in a logical, deductive way.Questions testing these skills will often begin with one of the following words: predict, suggest, calculate ordetermine (see the Glossary of terms used in science papers).AO3 Experimental skills and investigationsCandidates should be able to: demonstrate knowledge of how to safely use techniques, apparatus and materials (including following asequence of instructions where appropriate) plan experiments and investigations make and record observations, measurements and estimates interpret and evaluate experimental observations and data evaluate methods and suggest possible Back to contents page
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. Syllabus overviewWeighting for assessment objectivesThe approximate weightings allocated to each of the assessment objectives (AOs) are summarised below.Assessment objectives as a percentage of the qualificationAssessment objectiveWeighting in IGCSE %AO1 Knowledge with understanding50AO2 Handling information and problem solving30AO3 Experimental skills and investigations20Assessment objectives as a percentage of each componentAssessment objectiveWeighting in components %Papers1 and 2Papers3 and 4Papers5 and 6AO1 Knowledge with understanding63630AO2 Handling information and problem solving37370AO3 Experimental skills and investigations00100Back to contents pagewww.cambridgeinternational.org/igcse9
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021.3 Subject contentAll candidates should be taught the Core subject content. Candidates who are only taught the Core subject contentcan achieve a maximum of grade 5. Candidates aiming for grades 4 to 9 should be taught the Extended subjectcontent. The Extended subject content includes both the Core and the Supplement.Scientific subjects are, by their nature, experimental. Learners should pursue a fully integrated course which allowsthem to develop their practical skills by carrying out practical work and investigations within all of the topics listed.101Characteristics and classification of living organisms1.1Characteristics of living organismsCoreSupplement Describe the characteristics of living organismsby defining the terms: Define the terms:– movement as an action by an organismcausing a change of position or place– movement as an action by an organism orpart of an organism causing a change ofposition or place– respiration as the chemical reactions in cellsthat break down nutrient molecules andrelease energy– respiration as the chemical reactions in cellsthat break down nutrient molecules andrelease energy for metabolism– sensitivity as the ability to detect and respondto changes in the environment– sensitivity as the ability to detect orsense stimuli in the internal or externalenvironment and to make appropriateresponses– growth as a permanent increase in size– growth as a permanent increase in size anddry mass by an increase in cell number or cellsize or both– reproduction as the processes that makemore of the same kind of organism– excretion as removal from organisms oftoxic materials and substances in excess ofrequirements– excretion as removal from organisms of thewaste products of metabolism (chemicalreactions in cells including respiration),toxic materials, and substances in excess ofrequirements– nutrition as taking in of materials for energy,growth and development– nutrition as taking in of materials for energy,growth and development; plants requirelight, carbon dioxide, water and ions; animalsneed organic compounds and ions andusually need waterwww.cambridgeinternational.org/igcseBack to contents page
Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. Subject content1.2Concept and use of a classification systemCoreSupplement State that organisms can be classified into groupsby the features that they share Explain that classification systems aim to reflectevolutionary relationships Define species as a group of organisms that canreproduce to produce fertile offspring Explain that classification is traditionally basedon studies of morphology and anatomy Define and describe the binomial system ofnaming species as an internationally agreedsystem in which the scientific name of anorganism is made up of two parts showing thegenus and species Explain that the sequences of bases in DNA andof amino acids in proteins are used as a moreaccurate means of classification1.3 Explain that organisms which share a morerecent ancestor (are more closely related) havebase sequences in DNA that are more similarthan those that share only a distant ancestorFeatures of organismsCoreSupplement List the features in the cells of all livingorganisms, limited to cytoplasm, cell membraneand DNA as genetic material List the features in the cells of all livingorganisms, limited to ribosomes for proteinsynthesis and enzymes involved in respiration List the main features used to place animals andplants into the appropriate kingdoms List the main features used to place all organismsinto one of the five kingdoms: Animal, Plant,Fungus, Prokaryote, Protoctist List the main features used to place organismsinto groups within the animal kingdom, limitedto:–– the main groups of vertebrates: mammals,birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish–– the main groups of arthropods: myriapods,insects, arachnids, crustaceans1.4 List the main features used to place organismsinto groups within th
Core Assessment 48 Extended Assessment 48 . Any textbooks endorsed to support IGCSE Biology (0610) for examination from 2016 are suitable for use with this syllabus. Cambridge IGCSE (9fi1) Biology 0970 syllabus for 2020 and 2021. . secure site for downloading specimen and past question papers, mark schemes, grade thresholds and other
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