Biology

Course summary

AS and A Level Biology is suitable if you: • have an interest in, and enjoy Biology and want to find out about how things work in the biological world by application of imaginative, logical thinking. • want to use Biology to progress on to further studies in Higher Education or support other qualifications or enter Biology-based employment or are taking A levels in the other Sciences and/or Mathematics or other relevant courses such as Physical Education and want to take another course that will support those studies A Level Biology can open up a range of careers and higher education courses in medicine, veterinary science and dentistry, optometry, physiotherapy, pharmaceutical sciences, forensic science, biomedical and biological sciences, environmental studies, conservation, environmental health and food sciences. A Level Biology can also help gain direct entry into employment, especially into the scientific and related sectors. Biology is a complex and broad science. You will enjoy this course if you are interested in all aspects of living organisms, how they work and how they interact with their environment. You will develop a logical approach to problem solving, combined with practical applications in experiments and fieldwork, with a strong emphasis on Mathematics. You will cover four modules for AS. These range from practical skills, foundation in Biology cells, exchange, biodiversity, evolution, and disease in Year 12. In addition, a further two modules that include energy, communication, genetics, evolution, and homeostasis will be studied for the A Level qualification Lectures, practical work, field work, visits and independent research