GCSE in Biology

Please refer to EN's Entry Requirements Guide for specific advice on our Admissions Policy. This guide is supplied at interview to prospective students and is also available to Schools & Careers Advisers.

You will study theory and practical work that will help you to progress on to A-Level Biology or AQA Applied Science Level 3 including modules

Assessment is by examination but you will be expected to carry out practical work in the Biology laboratory that will help you in your future studies and career.

This course is intended for students who have not achieved a 4 grade or better in any science course. Many careers require a 4+ grade pass in a science-based subject and this course gives you an opportunity to extend your science knowledge and upgrade your GCSE result. You will need to complete this GCSE if you intend to pursue a career in teaching or nursing.

Units contain basic components of biology:
Cell level systems
Scaling up
Organism level systems
Community level systems
Genes, inheritance and selection
Global challenges

It is an interactive course with many practical activities. A dedicated revision guide and workbook will be provided.

Grade 3 in GCSE English Language, Maths and Sciences

Progression on to A-level Biology, AQA Applied Science Level 3, A level Psychology and BTEC Health and Social Care courses at Level 3.