A level Biology

There are a number of specific subject entry requirements, please visit our website to review the courses and entry requirements or alternatively please contact the Sixth Form for specific details.

*Please choose 3 subject courses from different blocks, you will automatically be added to Maths or English resit classes on enrolment if you do not achieve required 4 in Maths or English Lit/Lang but you must still meet requirements for entry per subject.

A Level Biology is an exciting and challenging course that develops your understanding of the living world, from molecules and cells to ecosystems and evolution. You will investigate how organisms function, interact and adapt, while developing practical laboratory skills and scientific thinking.

What will I study?
The syllabus puts great emphasis on the practical applications of Biology and encourages an understanding of the ethical, economic and environmental implications. The course helps students to develop a scientific approach to problem solving. Mathematical skills and statistics are part of the course. Students are expected to spend time reading around the subject outside the classroom.
There are 4 modules in year one including: Biological Molecules; Cells; Organisms exchange substances with their environment; Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms.
The second year consists of a further four modules: Energy transfers in and between organisms; Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments; Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems and the control of gene expression.

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?

A Level external exams consist of three papers including critical analysis of given experimental data and one essay from a choice of two titles.