AQA GCSE Combined Science (9-1) Required Practicals Lab Book

Exam board: AQA


Level & Subject: GCSE Combined Science


Next exams: June 2027


The second editions of the popular Collins AQA GCSE Science Lab Books have been updated to reflect recent guidance on purposeful practical work and the latest exam-style questions.


The write-in lab workbooks cover the full range of AQA practicals to help students build confidence, develop practical skills required for exams and deepen their scientific understanding. The second edition retains all the original features of the first edition plus new sections:




Expanded learning outcomesstate the purpose of each practical - the underpinning concept, working scientifically skills, and the apparatus and techniques used
New key vocabulary for each practical is listed and defined to strengthen disciplinary literacy
Updated exam-style questions closely mirror the style used in recent GCSE Combined Science exam papers
New QR code links to apparatus flashcards which help develop knowledge of apparatus and techniques, including measurement
All the information is presented clearly including the method, apparatus, common mistakes and safety tips
The write-in format creates a clear record of practical work that students can easily refer to when revising
Check your understanding questions are designed to improve analysis, evaluation and maths skills