Course information
Biology
Harris Academy Merton - Merton
02086231000
Wide Way, Mitcham, CR4 1BP
Course summary

Biology A-level will give you the skills to make connections and associations with all living things around you. Biology literally means the study of life and if that’s not important, what is? Being such a broad topic, you’re bound to find a specific area of interest, plus it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers. Modules 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms 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 genes Practical: Biology, like all sciences, is a practical subject. These practical will give you the skills and confidence needed to investigate the way living things behave and work. It will also ensure that if you choose to study a Biology-based subject at university, you’ll have the practical skills needed to carry out successful experiments in your degree.

Entry requirements

A Minimum of seven grade 5s in full course GCSE subjects with a grade 6 if doing separate sciences or a 6/6 in the Trilogy exam. This is an extended writing subject.

How you'll be assessed

There is no coursework on this course. However, your performance during practicals will be assessed. There are three exams at the end of the two years for A-level, all of which are two hours long. At least 15% of the marks for A-level Biology are based on what you learned in your practicals.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityMerton
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressWide Way, Mitcham, CR4 1BP