Coursework

Summary

Coursework counts for 25% of your final grade. It can make the difference between a really good grade and a miserable one, so do a good job of it.

You will produce 2 pieces of coursework. One from list A and one from list B1 or B2.

List A Observations	List B1 Graphical and Computational Work	List B2 Constructional Work
You make a number of astronomical observations. These can be done with a telescope, binoculars, a camera or just with the naked eye.	You use graphs or computer skills to illustrate some aspect of astronomy.	You construct a simple astronomical instrument or a working model to illustrate a particular principle.
e.g. Observe and draw the phases of the Moon over a period of at least one lunar month.	e.g. Construct a large star chart and use it to plot the path of at least one major planet using either your own observations or published data.	e.g. Design, make and test a simple refracting telescope.

Checklists
Right click and "Save As" these Word Documents. Make sure you can tick all the boxes before you hand in your report

List A List B1 List B2

Edexcel, the exam board, have produced and excellent coursework guide which includes

Lots of suggested ideas
High quality tips
Lots of guidance on how it will be marked
Common errors
Exemplar material

I suggest that you study it well before choosing and attempting a coursework task.

http://www.edexcel.org.uk/VirtualContent/84123/UG011458_GCSE_in_Astronomy_CWG.pdf