Edexcel GCSE Biology 1BI0 — Revision Notes & Past Papers
Free Edexcel GCSE Biology (1BI0) Higher tier revision notes, worked examples, AI-marked practice questions and past papers — mapped to the official Pearson specification.
What is Edexcel GCSE Biology (1BI0)?
What is Edexcel GCSE Biology (1BI0)?
Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Biology (1BI0) is a single-award science GCSE offered at two tiers — Foundation (grades 1 to 5) and Higher (grades 4 to 9). It covers topics including key concepts in biology, cells and control, genetics, natural selection, health and disease, plant structures, animal coordination and control, exchange and transport, and ecosystems. The course includes eight mandatory core practicals, and assessment is by two externally examined papers with no coursework.
Assessment (Higher tier)
| Paper | Total marks | Duration | Style of questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (1BI0/1H) | 100 marks | 1h 45 | Written exam · multiple-choice, short answer, calculations, extended response |
| Paper 2 (1BI0/2H) | 100 marks | 1h 45 | Written exam · multiple-choice, short answer, calculations, extended response |
Total 200 marks · 50% each · 100% external · no coursework. Includes eight mandatory core practicals assessed within the papers. Graded 9 to 1; Higher tier targets grades 4 to 9.
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