What are all the GCSE subjects?
All GCSE subjects
- Art and Design.
- Biology (Single Science)
- Chemistry (Single Science)
- Combined Science.
- Computer Science.
- Design and Technology.
- Digital Technology (CCEA)
- Drama.
How many GCSE options are there?
These subjects aren’t compulsory, but students must be able to take an approved qualification – usually a GCSE – in a subject from each of the four areas, if they want to. This means that most pupils will take at least seven GCSEs.
What GCSE options are there in the UK?
The EBacc is a way to measure how many pupils in a school choose to take a GCSE in these core subjects:
- English language and literature.
- maths.
- the sciences.
- history or geography.
- a language.
Do your GCSE choices matter?
GCSE options do matter English and maths (sometimes science) are the GCSEs that universities are most likely to be interested in – and you don’t get the option of dropping these. So whatever GCSEs you choose, you’ll still have a broad range of unis to make up your mind over (if you get the grades, that is).
How many GCSEs do you legally have to do?
Many employers require 5 GCSEs in a good pass (or higher), with maths and English the most common subjects required. Most mature students choose to study for their GCSEs in a one-year course, either online or in-person on weekends and evenings.
What happens if you fail maths GCSE 2020?
Most colleges will accept you – no matter what your GCSE grades are. However, the course they offer will have conditions. For example, if you have failed either GCSE Maths or GCSE English Language, the college will most likely make you retake those GCSEs again alongside your actual college course.
Does English count as 2 GCSE?
Most students will now be taking both GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature. These are two separate GCSE qualifications. Both subjects are assessed by examination only. Merit or Distinction and does not count towards the 9-1 grade awarded for the exam components.