BANGLADESH SCHOOL MUSCAT

YEARLY SYLLABUS

ACADEMIC YEAR: 2020-2021

CLASS:X
Class: X Science / Commerce
Name of the Book FIRST TERM
a. From A Passage to
1.Anthology- Africa (Non-Fiction)
Specification A b. The Danger of a Single
(4EA1) Story ( Non-Fiction)
c. The Bright Lights of
Sarajevo(Fiction)
d. “Whistle and I’ll Come to
You (Fiction)
Topic 1: Practice Passages
( Comparing texts)
Topic 2: Creating
character/atmosphere/emotion
Topic 3: Using sensory words
Topic 4: Narrative Voice
Topic 5: Skimming&
Scanning
Topic 6: Explicit /Implicit
Meanings
Topic 7: Point-Evidence-
Explain
Transactional Writing
( text of a speech/blog
entry/news paper
Extended Writing article/letters/magazine
article/diary entry/obituaries)
Imaginative Texts
( story/personal experience/on
images)
SECOND TERM
Revision
a. Young and dyslexic? You’ve
got it going on (Non-Fiction)
b. “ Out, Out….”
( Fiction )
c. Still I Rise ( Fiction )
d. From Beyond the Sky and the
Earth: A Journey into Bhutan
(Non-Fiction)
Topic 1: Practice Passages
(Comparing Texts)
Topic 2:
Idioms/Irony/Imagery/Figurative
Language
Topic 3: Evaluating a Text
Topic 4: Choosing the Right
Vocabulary/Sentences for Effect
Topic 5: Audience/purpose
Transactional Writing
( text of a speech/blog entry/news
paper article/letters/magazine
article/diary entry/obituaries)
Imaginative Texts
( story/personal experience/on
images)
SUBJECT:ENGLISH
THIRD TERM
Revision
a. Night (Fiction)
b. The Story of an Hour(Fiction)
c. Significant Cigarettes (Fiction)
d. H is For Hawk (Non-fiction)
Topic 1: Practice Passages
(Comparing Texts)
Topic 2:Monologues/Dialogues
Topic3: Recap on rhetorical
devices
Topic4: Plot
/Structure/Character
Transactional Writing
( text of a speech/blog entry/news
paper article/letters/diary entry/
obituaries)
Writing Imaginative Texts
( story/personal experience/on
images)

Types of Questions
& Qualifying Exam
Distribution of Preparatory Mock
Marks
Paper 1(2hrs.15min)
Section A
-Unseen Comprehension (11
marks)
-Non Fiction(12 marks)
- Comparing question(22
marks)
Section B- Extended writing
(45 marks)
Total Marks: 90(60
percentage)
Paper2 (1hr.30min)
Section A-Fiction(30 marks)
Section B-Extended Writing-
30marks
Total Marks:60 (40
percentage)
*Syllabus subject to change under unavoidable circumstances
Paper 1(2hrs.15min)
Section A
-Unseen Comprehension (11
marks)
-Non Fiction(12 marks)
- Comparing question(22 marks)
Section B- Extended writing (45
marks)
Total Marks: 90(60 percentage)
Paper2 (1hr.30min)
Section A-Fiction(30 marks)
Section B-Extended Writing-
30marks
Total Marks:60 (40 percentage)
Pre Exam Recapitulation
Mock Exam II
Paper 1(2hrs.15min)
Section A
-Unseen Comprehension (11
marks)
-Non Fiction(12 marks)
- Comparing question(22 marks)
Section B- Extended writing (45
marks)
Total Marks: 90(60 percentage)
Paper2 (1hr.30min)
Section A-Fiction(30 marks)
Section B-Extended Writing-
30marks
Total Marks:60 (40 percentage)
 CLASS-X SUBJECT: CHEMISTRY
Name of the book I Term II Term III Term

Topic 1 : Gases in the atmosphere Topic 15: Halogens

Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry
Topic 2: Synthetic polymers (Condensation Topic 16: Alkali metals
Student book by Jim Clark
polymer) Topic 17: Element compounds
Edexcel International
Revision: and
GCSE(9-1)
by Jim Clark, Topic 3: Chemical Tests mixtures Revision
Steweowen, Rachel Oven
Topic 4: Reversible reaction and Equilibria Topic 18: Gases in the Question Bank
Edexcel International Topic 5: Energetics atmosphere
GCSE
Topic 6: Electrolysis Topic 19: Reactivity Series
Topic 7: Ionic Bonding Topic 20: Rate of reaction
Topic 8: Covalent Bonding Topic 21: Crude Oil
Topic 9: Metallic bonding Topic 22: Carboxylic acids
Topic 10: Extraction and uses of metals Topic 23: Esters
Topic 11: Acids, alkalis and titrations Topic 24: States of matter
Topic 12: Acids, bases and salt preparations Topic 25: Atomic structure and
Topic 13: Alkanes and Alkene and Periodic Table
Topic 14: Mock
Alcohol
-1 Topic Qualifying
26: Chemical formula and
Exam Mock -1
Types of Questions and Paper1:110 Marks Paper 1:110 Marks Paper 1:110 Marks
Distribution of Marks Paper2:70 Marks Paper 2:70 Marks Paper 2:70 Marks
(IGCSE (9-1) Pattern) (IGCSE (9-1) Pattern) (IGCSE (9-1) Pattern)

*Syllabus subject to change under unavoidable circumstances.

CLASS: X SUBJECT: PHYSICS

Name of the Term 1 Term 2 Term 3

Book
Topic 3: Motion in the universe Quick Revision on all 7 topics studied
Pearson Topic 1: Nuclear Physics and - Planets, moons, comets in previous classes ( Writing short
IGCSE Particles. - Understand gravitational notes
Student a. Structure of atom and isotopes field strength Solving IGCSE Question Papers )
book b. Types of Radiation Orbital speed, orbital
(9-1)and c. Nature of Radiation and half life radius and time period 1. Forces and Motion
revision d. Uses of radioactivity - Galaxies and the universe 2. Waves
guide e. Dangers of radiations 3. Solids, liquids and gases
Topic 4: Stellar Evolution 4. Energy resources and energy
Topic 2 : Nuclear Fission and - Evolution of stars transfer
Fusion - Hertzsprung- Russell 5. Static electricity and Current
a. Nature of fission reaction Diagram Electricity
b. Types of Radiation 6. Electromagnetism and
c. Nature of Radiation and half life Topic 5: Cosmology Electromagnetic induction
d. Uses of radioactivity - Evolution of the universe 7. Astronomy
e. Dangers of radiations - Red shift
Evolution of the universe
Solving IGCSE Question Papers

Preparatory Mock Exam Qualifying Examination Mock Examination

Distribution (IGCSE Pattern) (IGCSE Pattern) (IGCSE Pattern)
of Marks Paper I -110 Paper I -110 Paper I -110
Paper II -70 Paper II -70 Total Paper II -70
Total -180 -180 Total -180
# Subject to change under unavoidable circumstances.
 CLASS:X SUBJECT:MATHEMATICS

Name of the book Term 1 Term 2 Term 3

Topic-1: Handling data 3(Book 1) Topic-1:Algebra 9

Proofs [Book 2]
Topic-2: Algebra 7 [Book 2]
Solving quadratic inequality Topic-2:Shape and space 9

Edexcel 3D Trigonometry [Book 2]

International Topic-3: Number 5(Book 1)
GCSE(9-1)
Rounding, upper &
Topic-3: Graph 7 [Book 2]
Mathematics A lower bound
Book 1 & 2
Topic -4: Graph 6 [Book 2] Revision (Previous Years Question
Topic-4: Probability Papers)
Sets 3 [Book 2]
Topic-5:Revision (Previous Years
Handling data 5 [Book 2]
Question Papers)
Handling data 7 [Book 2]

Topic-5: Graph 8 [Book2]

Gradient of a curve
Sketching of curves

Topic-6:Shape and space 8 [Book 2]

Vectors
 Topic-7: Graph 9 [Book 2]

Mock Examination Qualifying Examination Mock Examination

Distribution of (Paper 1H Marks-100 (Paper 1H Marks-100 (Paper 1H Marks-100
Marks
Paper 2H Marks-100 Paper 2H Marks-100 Paper 2H Marks-100
Based on IGCSE scheme) Based on IGCSE scheme)) Based on IGCSE scheme)
 Syllabus subject to change under unavoidable circumstances
 CLASS: X SCIENCE SUBJECT: BIOLOGY
BIOLOGY
Name of the book First term Second term Third term

1. Edexcel IGCSE Topic -1: Natural selection and Topic -1 : The nature and variety of
living organisms
Biology Evolution Topic wise Revision according
Student  Revision of topic according to to IGCSE Specification
 The work of Charles Darwin IGCSE specification
Book (9-1)  Darwin’s theory of evolution  Solving IGCSE Question Papers
 Natural selection of hoverfly
Solving IGCSE question
 Natural selection of polar bear
Topic -2 : Structure and functions in papers from Question Bank
 Antibiotic resistance in bacteria
 Pesticide resistance in insects living organisms
 Revision of topic according to Solving IGCSE papers from
2. IGCSE Biology Topic -2: Human influences on the IGCSE specification core practical guide
 Solving IGCSE Question Papers
Revision Guide Environment
 Improving yield from crops- Topic -3 : Reproduction and Structural questions for 4 and
Glasshouse/ Polytunnels. inheritance 6 marks
 Fertilisers
 Pest control  Revision of topic according to AO1, AO2 and AO3 based
 Biological control IGCSE specification revision
3. IGCSE Biology  Fish farming  Solving IGCSE Question Papers
Question Bank  Air pollution
 Green house effect ECA- Debates
Topic -4 : Ecology and the environment
 Deforestation
 Water pollution
4. IGCSE Biology
Topic wise  Revision of topic according to
Topic -3: Reproduction in humans IGCSE specification
Question Bank
 Solving IGCSE Question Papers
 Sexual and asexual reproduction
 Production of gametes
 Transfer of sperm to the egg Topic -5 : Use of biological resources
 Fertilisation
  Structure of reproductive organs
 Structure and function of
placenta
 Hormones and the menstrual
cycle
 Revision of topic according to
IGCSE specification
 Solving IGCSE Question Papers

Topic -4: Protein Synthesis

 Differences between DNA and
RNA
 Types of RNA- messenger RNA /
Transfer RNA
 Process of transcription
 Process of translation

Topic -5 Plants and Food

 Photosynthesis
 Structure of leaves
 Effect of light on gas exchange

Topic -6: Using Micoorganisms

 Making Bread
 Yoghurt Production
 Industrial Fermenters

Topic 7 Homeostasis and Excretion

 The Urinary System
 Structure of Kidney and Nephron
 Control of body’s water content
 Control of body Temperature
Solving IGCSE question papers from
Question Bank
 Mock – 1 Qualifying Exam Mock - 1I
Distribution of Paper 1 : 110 Paper 1 : 110 Paper 1 : 110
marks
Paper 2 : 70 Paper 2 : 70 Paper 2 : 70

(Questions as per IGCSE pattern) (Questions as per IGCSE pattern) (Questions as per IGCSE
pattern)

 Syllabus subject to change under unavoidable circumstances

 CLASS: X SUBJECT: HISTORY
Name of the Book FIRST TERM SECOND TERM THIRD TERM

Edexcel IGCSE Topic wise Revision Topic wise Revision Topic wise Revision
Student books  Development of Dictatorship -  Development of Dictatorship -  Development of Dictatorship -
Germany: Germany 1918-45 Germany 1918-45 Germany 1918-45
Development of  A World Divided: The Super  A World Divided: The Super  A World Divided: The Super
Dictatorship, 1918- Power Relations 1945-62 Power Relations 1945-62 Power Relations 1945-62
 The USA – 1918-45  The USA – 1918-45  The USA – 1918-45
45
 China: Conflict, Crisis and  China: Conflict, Crisis and  China: Conflict, Crisis and
2. A World
Change, 1900-89 Change, 1900-89 Change, 1900-89
divided: Super
Power Relations, Solving IGCSE Question Papers of Solving IGCSE Question Papers of all Solving IGCSE Question Papers of all
1943-72 all topics topics topics
3. The USA, 1918-
41
4. China: Conflict,
Crisis and Change,
1900-89
Types of Questions Preparatory Mock Examination Qualifying Examination Mock Examination
and distribution of (IGCSE Pattern) (IGCSE Pattern) (IGCSE Pattern)
Marks Paper I : 60 Paper I : 60 Paper I : 60
Paper II: 60 Paper II: 60 Paper II: 60
Total: 120 Total: 120 Total: 120

# Subject to change under unavoidable circumstances

 Class:X Subject: Art and Design
Name of the Term 1 Term 2 Term 3
Books

Personal Port folio 1. Elements of Painting Unit – 2 : Set Examination.

Unit - 1 : Course work
1. Rules and Technique of
Painting
Refine & Rearrange
 Project work and a final work Preparatory Study:
 Annotation
 Final Outcome
Light, Form, Depth Final Outcome :
2. Rules of Painting
Unity, Rhythm & Harmony Practice for unit – 2 as per
Eddexcel Question paper
Theme based work
Unit – 2 : Set Examination.
Preparation for unit – 2 as per
Edexcel Question paper 2021

Distribution of Practical Practical Practical

marks and Monthly Test : 10 Qualifying Test Mock Test
type of Formative Assessment : 10 Total Marks : 72 Total Marks : 72
question Term End Exam: 80
Total Marks : 100
Class – X SUBJECT : FURTHER PURE MATHEMATICS.

Name of the Book FIRST TERM SECOND TERM THIRD TERM

Chapter 9: Calculus: Chapter-6: Binomial

Differentiation and its
application, rate of change,
Edexcel IGCSE stationary points, and its
Further Pure application.
Mathematics. Integration and its application-
Ali Datoo, Greg To find area and Volume of solid
Attwood,Keith
Pledge Chapter 10: Trigonometry-
ISBN 978-0-435- measuring angles in radians.
18854-2 (10.1 – 10.3).
IGCSE FP Math Chapter 10: Trigonometric
Question Bank identities and equations(10.4,
10.5, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9)
IGCSE Question Bank
Types of questions Mock- 1 Exam.
and distribution of Paper 1-Marks 100.
Marks Paper 2-Marks 100.
theorem(Revision) To revise the total syllabus.
Chapter 7: Scalar and Vector &
quantities. Solving Edexcel (IGCSE)exam
past papers.
Chapter 10:Trigonometry-solving
problems in 3D – 10.6
Solving Edexcel(IGCSE) exam
past papers.
IGCSE Question Bank.
Qualifying Exam. Mock-2 Exam.
Paper 1-Marks 100. Paper 1-Marks 100.
Paper 2-Marks 100. Paper 2-Marks 100.

 Subject to change under unavoidable conditions

 CLASS:X
Name of the book Term 1
Information and UNIT 5
Communication
Technology
Applying information and
(Pete Bell)
communication technology
Effective and appropriate use of
the software, the difference
between Data and information,
different types of data, Enter,
organize, develop, refine and
format information, applying
editing techniques to meet needs,
Evaluation
Revision
UNIT 1 :Digital Devices- Types
of digital devices, Features of
digital devices, Types of
peripheral devices, Secondary
storage
Software
SUBJECT: ICT
ICT
Term 2 Term 3
Revision: Revision:
UNIT 2 :Digital Communication , UNIT 3:OPERATING ONLINE -
Online information-Information
Speed and volume of data transfer,
sources ,Search engines ,Fitness
Device to device communication,
for purpose,Copyright,Plagiarism
Network communication, Benefits
and drawbacks of wired and wireless,
Broadband and cellular networks
UNIT 4:ONLINE GOODS AND
SERVICES- Online services -
Types of services,The impact on
Networks : NOS, how devices are
lifestyle and behaviour,The
identified on a network, Components
impact on the way that
of wired and wireless systems,
organisations do
connecting to and using the Internet,
business,Transactional data
Types of LAN, Securing data on
networks
The Cloud - Hosted applications
software ,Online data storage,The
UNIT 3:OPERATING ONLINE
impact of the cloud
Impact of the internet-Impact of the
internet on individuals, Impact of the
internet on organisation,Impact of
the internet on Society
 System software, Application
Software-Software Licensing,
Software updates
Revision & discussion of previous
year question papers I and II
Online communities- Features and
functions of different online
communities
The implications of digital
technologies- Data Protection
,Copyright Legislation, Monitoring
individuals, Safe and responsible
practice, Health and safety issues Revision & discussion of previous
year question papers I and II
Revision & discussion of previous
year question papers I and II

Types of Mock Test 1 Qualifying Examination Mock Test 2

Questions and
Theory:100, Practical:100 Theory:100, Practical:100 Theory:100, Practical:100
Distribution of
marks
[IGCSE pattern] [IGCSE pattern] [IGCSE pattern]

( Internal Assessment) ( Internal Assessment) ( Internal Assessment)

]

 Syllabus subject to change under unavoidable circumstances

 CLASS: X SCIENCE SUBJECT: HUMAN BIOLOGY
BIOLOGY
Name of the book First Term Second term Third term

Topic -1: Sensory receptors  Topic wise revision  Topic wise revision
 Unit-1,2,3 and 4  Unit-1,2,3 and 4
1. Edexcel IGCSE  The structure and function
 Revision of the topics according  Revision of the topics according
Human Biology of the different parts of the
to IGCSE(9-1) Human Biology to IGCSE(9-1) Human Biology
Student Book eye
specification specification
 Defects of vision
(9-1)  Solving IGCSE Human Biology  Solving IGCSE Human Biology
 The structure and function
Question Papers Question Papers
of the different parts of the
ear
Topic -2: Cells
 Cell organelles
 DNA
2. IGCSE Human
 Gene mutation
Biology  Protein synthesis
Revision  Stem cells
 Recombinant DNA
Guide  Genetically modified
bacteria
 Genetically modified plants
Topic -3: Reproduction
 Meiosis
 Stages of sexual
3. IGCSE Human
reproduction
Biology Question  Production of gametes
 Transfer of sperm to the egg
Bank  Fertilisation
 Structure of reproductive
organs
  Structure and function of
placenta
 Hormones and the
menstrual cycle
 Contraception
 Fertility treatment
 Growth and development
Topic -4: Microorganism

 Pathogenic microorganisms
 Diseases-
Infection,incubation and
symtomps
 Transmission,treatment and
prevention of diseases
 Antibody-antigen reaction
 Sewage treatment
Topic -5: Movement of substances

into and out of cells

 Diffusion
 Active transport
 Osmosis
Topic -6:Internal
transport(Revision)

(According to the International

GCSE 9-1 Human Biology
specification)

Topic -7:Homeostasis and

excretion(Revision)
 Mock Test – 1 Qualifying Exam Mock Test – 1I
Distribution of Paper 1 : 90 Paper 1 : 90 Paper 1 : 90
marks
Paper 2 : 90 Paper 2 : 90 Paper 2 : 90

(Questions as per IGCSE pattern) (Questions as per IGCSE pattern) (Questions as per IGCSE pattern)

 Syllabus subject to change under unavoidable circumstances