0653 · Cambridge IGCSE
0653/23
Multiple Choice (Extended)
Science - Combined · June 2024 · Variant 3
Relative difficulty
Analysis source: Cambridge Assessment International Education
3.8 / 5
160
180 min
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Cohort performance
Session statistics from official examination reports
Total marks
160
Duration
180 min
Session difficulty
3.8 / 5
Key examiner messages
Top priorities from the principal examiner before you revise
A thorough analysis of the May/June 2024 Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science (0653) paper suite, focusing on Extended Theory (Paper 43), Core Theory (Paper 33), and Alternative to Practical (Paper 63).
The assessment tests multi-disciplinary synthesis across biology, chemistry, and physics with a strong emphasis on quantitative unit conversions and structural drawing skills.
Question difficulty map
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Assessment objectives
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Method marks watchlist
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Recurring mistakes across years
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Question choice intelligence
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Level exemplars
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Grade & admission context
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Report type
Cambridge Principal Examiner Report — component performance and international standards
Level A*
Approx. 75% of maximum mark
Level A
Approx. 63% of maximum mark
Level B
Approx. 51% of maximum mark
Level C
Approx. 40% of maximum mark
Level D
Approx. 34% of maximum mark
Level E
Approx. 29% of maximum mark
Deep insights
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Command word playbook
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Time traps
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Syllabus traceability
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MCQ trap analytics
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Topic heatmap across years
Mark concentration by topic and exam year for this subject
Mark intensity
Motion, forces and energy
Organic chemistry
Electrochemistry
Electricity
Motion, forces and energy (Physics)
Transport in animals
Reproduction
Acids, bases and salts
Difficulty trend
How session difficulty has shifted across recent years
Paper comparison
Marks and duration breakdown across papers in this session
Paper 2: Multiple Choice (Extended):
Paper 4: Theory (Extended):
Paper 6: Alternative to Practical:
Marks you can still earn
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Practise what examiners flagged
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Self-diagnostic checklist
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- 1Message
A thorough analysis of the May/June 2024 Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science (0653) paper suite, focusing on Extended Theory (Paper 43), Core Theory (Paper 33), and Alternative to Practical (Paper 63).
- 2Message
The assessment tests multi-disciplinary synthesis across biology, chemistry, and physics with a strong emphasis on quantitative unit conversions and structural drawing skills.
Teacher briefing pack
One-page session summary for tutors and classroom review
June 2024 2024
Science - Combined
A thorough analysis of the May/June 2024 Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science (0653) paper suite, focusing on Extended Theory (Paper 43), Core Theory (Paper 33), and Alternative to Practical (Paper 63). The assessment tests multi-disciplinary synthesis across biology, chemistry, and
A thorough analysis of the May/June 2024 Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science (0653) paper suite, focusing on Extended Theory (Paper 43), Core Theory (Paper 33), and Alternative to Practical (Paper 63).
The assessment tests multi-disciplinary synthesis across biology, chemistry, and physics with a strong emphasis on quantitative unit conversions and structural drawing skills.
- Total marks
- 160
- Duration
- 180 min
- Session difficulty
- 3.8 / 5
Session analysis
A thorough analysis of the May/June 2024 Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science (0653) paper suite, focusing on Extended Theory (Paper 43), Core Theory (Paper 33), and Alternative to Practical (Paper 63). The assessment tests multi-disciplinary synthesis across biology, chemistry, and physics with a strong emphasis on quantitative unit conversions and structural drawing skills.
Updated Jun 13, 2026
Paper breakdown
Paper 2: Multiple Choice (Extended):
Paper 4: Theory (Extended):
Paper 6: Alternative to Practical:
Exam tips
Paper format
- Duration
- 45min
- Total marks
- 40
Analysis is paraphrased for study purposes. Always verify against the official examiner report and mark scheme.