Biology
Taverham High School & Sixth Form
Beech Avenue, Taverham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR8 6HP
GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Available start dates
Available start dates
Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Taverham High School & Sixth Form
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Application Instructions
Entry criteria for Level 3 courses:
6 GCSEs Grades 9-4 (or equivalent), including Grade 4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
Please also see subject specific entry criteria in the prospectus
Course Summary
Our A-level biology curriculum aims to enthuse and challenge students from the start, allowing them to explore the world of biology and see the connection between all aspects of the planet we inhabit. It provides the foundations for understanding not only ourselves, but the organisms found in the natural world.
Course Details
Biology A-level will give you the skills to make connections and associations with all living things around you. Biology literally means the study of life and if that’s not important, what is? Being such a broad topic, you’re bound to find a specific area of interest, plus it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers.
Entry requirements
Minimum requirement: 6 GCSEs Grades 9-4 (or equivalent), including English language and maths; GCSE Grade 5 biology (higher tier)
Your next steps...
According to bestcourse4me.com, the top seven degree courses taken by students who have an A-level in Biology are:
- Biology
- Psychology
- Sport and exercise science
- Medicine
- Anatomy
- Physiology and Pathology Pharmacology
- Toxicology and Pharmacy Chemistry
Studying A-level Biology at university gives you all sorts of exciting career options, including:
- Doctor
- Clinical molecular geneticist
- Nature conservation officer
- Pharmacologist
- Research scientist
- Vet
- Secondary school teacher
- Marine biologist
- Dentist
Additional information
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