Biology
Course summary
Biology is a fascinating subject in which you can learn about life on a range of scales from molecular - for example understanding the intricate chain of chemical reactions that drives photosynthesis, to the planetary - for example understanding the impact of climate change on the distribution of species. Learning biology develops your ability to synthesis large amounts of information, to understanding the relationships between things and to think logically. You will also learn how to plan and conduct complex practical investigations.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Combined Science | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 6 in Biology | — |
As published by the school
Standard Entry Requirements – 5 good GCSE passes at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.
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Assessment
Biological processes (01) 100 marks - 2 hours 15 mins exam - Weighting 37% Assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 Biological diversity (02) 100 marks - 2 hours 15 mins exam - Weighting 37% Assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6 Unified biology (03) 70 marks - 1 hour 30 mins exam - Weighting 26% Assesses content from all modules (1 to 6) Practical endorsement in biology (04) ---Non-exam assessment
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