Cambridge & Edexcel · Biology & Chemistry

IGCSE Biology and Chemistry notes by exam board

Cambridge and Edexcel set different papers, use different codes and reward different habits. Start by matching the board on your exam entry — then open the exact book.

Cambridge or Edexcel — which is yours?

Your school's exam entry names the board. If in doubt, ask which syllabus code you sit.

Cambridge IGCSE Edexcel International GCSE (IGCSE)
Syllabus codes Biology 0610 / 0970 · Chemistry 0620 / 0971 Biology 4BI1 · Chemistry 4CH1 (latest specification)
Assessment style Core or Extended tiers across Papers 2, 4 and 6 (Paper 6 is the alternative to practical) Papers 1 and 2; practical skills examined inside the written papers; suitable for linear and modular routes
What our books emphasise Paper 6 practical confidence, labelled diagrams, QR video explanations, chapter quizzes Specification mapping line by line, Paper 2 tags, progress tracker, exam traps and mnemonics
Your books
Four books, one each

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Complete guided courses are currently available for Cambridge IGCSE Biology and Chemistry. Edexcel International GCSE (IGCSE) eBooks remain complete standalone resources.

Moving on to International A Level?

Edexcel IAL Biology and Chemistry notes, organised unit by unit (WBI11–WBI16, WCH11–WCH16).