Biology
Course summary
Course content AS (Year 12) AS (H020) Module 1: Development of practical skills in Biology Module 2: Foundations in Biology Module 3: Exchange and Transport Module 4: Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease A Level (H420) Module 1: Development of practical skills in Biology Module 2: Foundations in Biology Module 3: Exchange and Transport Module 4: Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease Module 5: Communications, Homeostasis and Energy Module 6: Genetics Evolution and Ecosystems Other skills developed In Year 12 practical skills will be assessed through written papers at AS. In Year 13 students will receive a Practical Endorsement which will be reported alongside their grade at A Level. Candidates are also invited to participate fully in the opportunities for learning outside the laboratory including attending lectures, visits and field trips. Career value The course provides a suitable foundation for the study of biological science or related courses in higher education. Studying Biology can lead to many different career opportunities including research biology, agriculture, horticulture, conservation, veterinary science, pharmacy, health care and medicine. A student’s view “The biology department is its own community and makes biology enjoyable and accessible. It helps us to understand more deeply the mechanisms of life and what a miracle it is that we exist."
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Biology | Grade 5 in Biology (if taken) | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
Biology | Grade 5 in Biology | — |
Physics | Grade 5 in Physics | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 5 in Biology | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 5 in Chemistry | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Physics | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 5 in Chemistry | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 5-5 in Combined Science | — |
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Assessment
AS Level Biology A (Year 12) Paper 1: Breadth in Biology: 1 hour 30 mins – 70 marks weighting - (50%) Paper 2: Depth in Biology: 1 hour 30 mins – 70 marks weighting - (50%) A Level Biology A Paper 1: Biological Processes: 2 hours 15 mins –100 marks weighting - 37% Paper 2: Biological Diversity: 2 hours 15 mins – 100 marks weighting - 37% Paper 3: Unified Biology: 1 hour 30 mins – 70 marks weighting - 26% Paper 4: Practical Endorsement for Biology: Pass/Fail Non exam assessment - Reported separately
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