Biology
Course summary
A Level Biology is an exciting and stimulating course with a mix of different specialisms, leading to a variety of possible careers; Botany, Zoology, Genetics, Immunology, Biochemistry, Physiology and much more. Whether you are a talented biologist considering a future in the subject or just a scholar with a keen interest in all things living, then A Level Biology is for you. Who is this suitable for? • You want a deeper understanding of the living world around you • You want to plan and carry out your own investigations, collecting and analysing your own results. • You want to get ‘hands on’ experience on the Biology field trip/residential • You want to understand how to make decisions in the future based on scientific facts on topics such as genetic modification; vaccination programmes; the impact of the living world on the environment and climate change What will I be studying? Year 12 – Biological molecules; Cells (beyond mitochondria and the nucleus); Transport systems and Genetic information and variation Year 13 – Energy transfers between organisms; response to the environment (homeostasis), genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems, the control of gene expression What subjects go with Biology? Scholars often study a further STEM subject such as Chemistry or Mathematics. Biology also works well with the study of Geography and Psychology. Where could it lead me? Being such a broad topic, you’re bound to find a specific area of interest. Biology will allow you further progression into many undergraduate degree courses including Medicine, Forensic Science, Physiotherapy, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry, Biochemistry, Nutrition, Ecology, Marine Biology, Sports Science, Food Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Optometry and so on. Trips: Residential trip to complete field work
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Biology | Grade 7 in Biology (if taken) | — |
Combined Science | Grade 7-7 in Combined Science (if taken) | — |
English Language | Grade 6 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
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Assessment
How will I be assessed? You will be assessed at the end of Year 13 Paper 1 – Topics 1 – 4; 2hr written exam; 91 marks; 35% of the course Paper 2 – Topics 5 – 8; 2hr written exam; 91 marks; 35% of the course Paper 3 – Topics 1 – 8; 2hr written exam; 78 marks; 30% of the course
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