Biology is a core STEM subject which is greatly popular at A Level. Year 12 Biological Molecules, Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, Biodiversity. Year 13 Genetics, Biodiversity, Biotechnology How will I be taught? We integrate key practical skills within theoretical topics and the methods, accuracy and analysis of these practicals is assessed in written papers at the end of the course. Practical activities: Throughout the Biology course you will carry out practical activities including: rates of enzyme controlled reactions, calculating Mitotic Index using plant cells, investigating water potential, investigating cell membrane permeability, dissection, aseptic techniques, chromatography of photosynthetic pigments, dehydrogenase activity in chloroplasts, respiration in single celled organisms, investigating simple animal responses, measuring concentration of glucose using a calibration curve, effect of different variables on species distribution. Independent study: Students must be prepared to work long hours to learn the broad content and develop their understanding of some difficult concepts. Our students undertake independent study to help them prepare for their weekly lessons, they will also be provided with academic journals which will help deepen their knowledge on all aspects of the course. Research work: Students will be required to research ahead of conducting some practical work in order to design a suitable method, complete a risk assessment or to compare their results with results from similar experiments. Written work: In lessons students will be expected to take notes paying careful attention to key terminology, complete essay style exam questions and undertake weekly written homework which will be assessed. What degree courses does this lead to? A Level Biology is usually studied with other science-based subjects and can lead to the following degree course: Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Dentistry, Dietetics, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Geology, Medical Science, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Sports Science, and Veterinary Science. This course is a particularly good choice for people who want to pursue a career in health and clinical professions. What career opportunities does this open up? A level Biology can, with other appropriate facilitating subjects, 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 Health and Food Sciences.
Must attain an overall grade 6 in Biology if doing separate sciences or 66 in the Trilogy exam. GCSE English Language grade 5 and Maths grade 6.
There are three exams at the end of the two years for A Level, all of which are two hours long. Paper 1: 2 hours (worth 35% of the A Level) - Any content from topics 1-4, including relevant practical skills. Paper 2: 2 hours written paper (worth 35% of the A Level) - Any content from topics 5-8, including relevant practical skills. Paper 3: 2 hours written paper (worth 30% of the A Level) - Any content from topics 1-8, including relevant practical skills.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Manor Way, Beckenham, BR3 3SJ |
Biology is a core STEM subject which is greatly popular at A Level. Year 12 Biological Molecules, Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, Biodiversity. Year 13 Genetics, Biodiversity, Biotechnology How will I be taught? We integrate key practical skills within theoretical topics and the methods, accuracy and analysis of these practicals is assessed in written papers at the end of the course. Practical activities: Throughout the Biology course you will carry out practical activities including: rates of enzyme controlled reactions, calculating Mitotic Index using plant cells, investigating water potential, investigating cell membrane permeability, dissection, aseptic techniques, chromatography of photosynthetic pigments, dehydrogenase activity in chloroplasts, respiration in single celled organisms, investigating simple animal responses, measuring concentration of glucose using a calibration curve, effect of different variables on species distribution. Independent study: Students must be prepared to work long hours to learn the broad content and develop their understanding of some difficult concepts. Our students undertake independent study to help them prepare for their weekly lessons, they will also be provided with academic journals which will help deepen their knowledge on all aspects of the course. Research work: Students will be required to research ahead of conducting some practical work in order to design a suitable method, complete a risk assessment or to compare their results with results from similar experiments. Written work: In lessons students will be expected to take notes paying careful attention to key terminology, complete essay style exam questions and undertake weekly written homework which will be assessed. What degree courses does this lead to? A Level Biology is usually studied with other science-based subjects and can lead to the following degree course: Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Dentistry, Dietetics, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Geology, Medical Science, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Sports Science, and Veterinary Science. This course is a particularly good choice for people who want to pursue a career in health and clinical professions. What career opportunities does this open up? A level Biology can, with other appropriate facilitating subjects, 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 Health and Food Sciences.
Must attain an overall grade 6 in Biology if doing separate sciences or 66 in the Trilogy exam. GCSE English Language grade 5 and Maths grade 6.
There are three exams at the end of the two years for A Level, all of which are two hours long. Paper 1: 2 hours (worth 35% of the A Level) - Any content from topics 1-4, including relevant practical skills. Paper 2: 2 hours written paper (worth 35% of the A Level) - Any content from topics 5-8, including relevant practical skills. Paper 3: 2 hours written paper (worth 30% of the A Level) - Any content from topics 1-8, including relevant practical skills.
