Course information
Biology
Brentford School for Girls - Hounslow
02088474281
5 Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 0PG
Course summary

This course is equivalent to one A-Level and consists of 42% coursework and 58% exams. Lessons will be taught lecture/ seminar style with students getting the opportunity for discussions, debates and role-plays. WHY STUDY APPLIED HUMAN BIOLOGY? Knowledge and understanding of human biology provide the foundation for working in the health and health science sectors. The sectors are wide-ranging, including, for example, nursing, midwifery, allied health and sciences including life sciences, clinical biomedical sciences and physiological sciences. There are approximately 50,000 people employed in applied health science occupations and over 3 million nurses in the UK. The health and health science sectors have a crucial role to play in improving and supporting the health of the nation.

Entry requirements

Combined Science: Grade 4-4 Separate Sciences: Grade 4 in GCSE Biology. In addition: Grade 4 in GCSE Maths Grade 4 in GCSE English Literature or English Language

How you'll be assessed

Extended Certificate (360 GLH) 1 Principles of Applied Human Biology – External exam 2 Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases 3 Human Biology and Health Issues – External exam Units 1,2 and 3 are mandatory. You will also study a further two from units 4 to 8 4 Functional Physiology 5 Diseases, Disorders, Treatments and Therapies 6 Genetics and Genetic Engineering 7 Biomedical Science 8 Human Reproduction and Fertility

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHounslow
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeGirls
Address5 Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 0PG