# BBC Bitesize - Exam Revision — Flashcards, quizzes and guides

> Exam revision app with flashcards, guides, and quizzes for UK students. (iPhone/iPad app by BBC Media Applications Technologies Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-bitesize-exam-revision/id1089215244 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BBC Media Applications Technologies Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/377382258)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.64/5 from 8,712 App Store ratings · 75 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 72 MB
- Languages: American English, Scottish Gaelic, Irish, Welsh
- Released: 2016-03-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-bitesize-exam-revision/id1089215244/reviews.md

## What is BBC Bitesize?

Revise for your GCSEs, TGAU, Nationals and Highers with BBC Bitesize.

Find revision resources for maths, science, English, history, geography and many more subjects, tailored to students across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

The BBC Bitesize app is designed for students aged 14–16 (Years 10+ / S4+), with trusted resources to help you revise, recap key topics and prepare for your exams.

BBC Bitesize is used by over 1.5 million students every week.

KEY FEATURES


- Revision guides – recap key concepts with clear explanations, bullet points and labelled diagrams.
- Quizzes – test your knowledge with multiple-choice questions included in most guides.
- Video and audio – many guides include visual recaps and audio clips to help you revise.
- Exam practice – try sample exam questions for subjects including biology, chemistry, physics, English literature and English language.
- Personalised revision – sign in with your free BBC account and choose your subjects and exam board.
- Save for later – save revision guides so you can quickly find them again.
- Free to use – no subscription and no in-app purchases.
- Available on iPhone and iPad.
- Supports devices set to English, Welsh, Gaelic or Irish.

RELIABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY

BBC Bitesize revision guides, videos, audio and quizzes are created with curriculum experts and designed around the relevant curricula and exam specifications. Content is written by curriculum authors and checked by educational consultants.

EXAM BOARDS


- England: AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, Cambridge OCR
- Northern Ireland: CCEA
- Scotland: QS
- Wales: WJEC

LEVELS


- GCSE
- TGAU
- Welsh Baccalaureate (WBQ)
- Highers
- National 5
- National 4
- Àrd Ìre
- Nàiseanta 5
- Nàiseanta 4

For more BBC Bitesize educational resources, including content for younger learners, visit:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

YOUR DATA AND PRIVACY

To give you a more personalised experience, the app uses your selected nation, subjects and exam specifications to show relevant revision content.

The app also uses technologies similar to performance cookies. The BBC uses these internally to understand and improve the app and its content. You can opt-out in the app's settings.

Find out more about how the BBC uses your data:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/your-data-matters

Find out about your privacy rights and the BBC Privacy and Cookies Policy:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy

## Key features

- Flashcards with quizzes and visual recaps
- Revision guides explaining key concepts
- Sample exam questions
- Personalized content based on exam board
- Save resources for quick reference

## Recent user reviews (10 of 75)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbc-bitesize-exam-revision/id1089215244/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-08-26, version 5.0.3*

This is an amazing app for revision, especially after the latest update it looks quite fresh and new. It's totally free, only need an account to save your progress, and includes revision in many many subjects as well as different exam boards and countries. You can save different lessons to get back to later etc. 
very good!

### 5/5 — Good

*2026-07-27, version 4.8.12*

Nice

### 5/5 — So helpful

*2026-07-10, version 4.8.12*

I’m a student at school and I’ve been on this app all the time and at the moment we are learning about ancient Egypt and it has made my learn tons of things at home and it makes you learn in such a fun way 5 stars

### 4/5 — It’s good but I can only use the Website as I am not in year 10 or 11.

*2026-07-09, version 4.8.12*

It says the App is 4+ but the Users can only be in year 10/11

### 5/5 — BBC Bitesize?

*2026-06-10, version 4.8.12*

Why doesn’t this app work?

### 5/5 — I’m loving it

*2026-06-08, version 4.8.12*

BBC Bitesize saved my grades, my sanity, and possibly my pet goldfish.

Before using it, I thought mitochondria was a type of pasta. Now I know it’s the powerhouse of the cell, which is apparently important for some reason.

The website is so good that if BBC Bitesize started explaining how to train pigeons to do taxes, I’d believe every word.

10/10. Would let BBC Bitesize babysit my homework again.

### 5/5 — Very handy

*2026-06-05, version 4.8.12*

Very helpful, very handy very convenient

### 1/5 — 😕

*2026-05-26, version 4.8.12*

This is so bad it doesn’t help
Me study at all. I failed all my exams. Because I used this app. I thought it was good because it had good reviews but when I tried it out it didn’t help i studied 2 hours each day to get a good grade on my subjects, but still that didn’t work I’m very disappointed.

### 2/5 — Only for 14-16 year olds

*2026-05-23, version 4.8.12*

It doesn’t have my age group ( I’m in year 7)

### 4/5 — good

*2026-05-21, version 4.8.12*

vey good but missing sociology

## Frequently asked questions about BBC Bitesize

### What subjects does BBC Bitesize cover?

BBC Bitesize covers a wide range of subjects including maths, science, English, history, and geography, along with many others relevant to the UK curriculum for England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.

### What age group is BBC Bitesize for?

The Bitesize app is specifically designed for students in years 10+/S4+, typically aged 14-16 years old, who are preparing for key national exams.

### How does BBC Bitesize help with exam preparation?

It offers revision guides to explain concepts, flashcards for summarizing key points and practicing with quizzes, and sample exam questions to simulate test conditions.

### Can I personalize my revision on BBC Bitesize?

Yes, you can sign in with a free BBC account to set your nation, subjects, and exam board. This allows the app to provide customized revision content tailored to your specific needs.

### Is BBC Bitesize available on multiple devices?

Yes, the BBC Bitesize - Exam Revision app is available for use on both iPhone and iPad devices, offering flexibility for students.

### Does BBC Bitesize have ads?

The BBC Bitesize - Exam Revision app is completely free and does not contain advertisements. There are also no in-app purchases, ensuring an uninterrupted learning experience.

### How often is BBC Bitesize updated?

The app was last updated on January 17, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and content updates to ensure its relevance and functionality.

### What exam boards does BBC Bitesize support?

BBC Bitesize supports various exam boards across the UK, including AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, OCR for England; CCEA for Northern Ireland; WJEC for Wales; and SQA for Scotland.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.3 — 2026-08-13

We've been making improvements and fixing bugs.

### 5.0.2 — 2026-08-04

We've been making improvements and fixing bugs.

### 4.8.12 — 2025-01-17

We've been making improvements and fixing bugs.

### 4.8.11 — 2024-10-29

We've been making improvements and fixing bugs.

### 4.8.5 — 2024-10-08

We've been making improvements and fixing bugs.

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