Biology
Course summary
AIM OF THE COURSE The AQA 2015 syllabus aims to give a grounding in all the major aspects on Biology and practical experience is integrated throughout the entire course. Any biological interest from the workings of the human body, botany, how our cells and genes work to a desire to protect our natural world will be nurtured and deepened during your studies. YEAR 12 SUMMARY The Year 12 course consists of 4 topics as follows: 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms YEAR 13 SUMMARY The course incorporates all of the topics covered in Year 12 and in addition to four further topics: 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms 6. Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments 7. Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems 8. The control of gene expression
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Average point score | Minimum average point score of 5.5 | — |
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
Combined Science | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
As published by the school
A minimum of two grade 6s or above in GCSE Science, preferably grade 6 or above, a grade 6 in Maths and an average GCSE points score of at least 5.5.
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Assessment
• Paper 1 Any content from topics 1–4, including relevant practical skills 35% 2 hr exam – May/June • Paper 2 Any content from topics 5-8, including relevant practical skills 35% 2 hr exam – May/June • Paper 3 Any content from topics 1–8, including relevant practical skills 30% 2 hr exam – May/June Practical endorsement in biology - Reported separately
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