Biology
Course summary
Biology is exciting! Its name is derived from the Greek words “bios” (life) and “logos” (study) and is often referred to as the ‘study of life.’ One of the greatest scientific feats of our era is the astonishing progress made in understanding the intricate machinery of life.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Biology | Grade 6 in Biology | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Mathematics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
Mathematics grade 5 or above in higher paper only
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Assessment
Final A level Examinations This qualification is linear; students will sit all their exams at the end of their A-level course/end of Year 13. Paper 1 – 35% • Any content from modules 1 to 4 plus practical skills • 91 marks – 2 hours • 76 marks short and long answer questions and 15 marks: extended response questions Paper 2 – 35% • Any content from modules 5 to 8 plus practical skills • 91 marks – 2 hours • 76 marks short and long answer questions and 15 marks: comprehension question Paper 3 – 30% • Any content from modules 5 to 8 plus practical skills • 78 marks – 2 hours • 38 marks: structured questions, including practical techniques • 15 marks: critical analysis of given experimental data • 25 marks: one essay from a choice of two titles
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