A Level Biology is divided into topics covering key concepts with practical skills integrated throughout the theoretical topics. The course offers the opportunity to deepen understanding of biological processes and apply this knowledge to engaging real life contexts. CAREER PATHWAYS: Careers which could follow on from an A Level in Biology include Medicine, Nursing/Midwifery, Environmental & Marine Biology, Pathology and Forensic Science, Veterinary Science and Psychiatry. Biologists are competent in practical and analytical skills that are transferable to many different areas and sought after by employers.
Students must achieve 4 GCSE grades 9-6 and 7 GCSE grades 9-4 (Maths and English grade 5) Students must achieve GCSE grade 7 in Biology (Triple Science) or grade 77 in Combined Science and must be confident in planning, carrying out and analyzing practical investigations.
Paper 1: Biological processes - written examination, 37% of qualification. Paper 2: Biological diversity - written examination, 37% of qualification. Paper 3: Unified Biology - written examination, 26% of qualification. Practical skills are assessed throughout the course.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Queens Walk, Ruislip, HA4 0LS |
A Level Biology is divided into topics covering key concepts with practical skills integrated throughout the theoretical topics. The course offers the opportunity to deepen understanding of biological processes and apply this knowledge to engaging real life contexts. CAREER PATHWAYS: Careers which could follow on from an A Level in Biology include Medicine, Nursing/Midwifery, Environmental & Marine Biology, Pathology and Forensic Science, Veterinary Science and Psychiatry. Biologists are competent in practical and analytical skills that are transferable to many different areas and sought after by employers.
Students must achieve 4 GCSE grades 9-6 and 7 GCSE grades 9-4 (Maths and English grade 5) Students must achieve GCSE grade 7 in Biology (Triple Science) or grade 77 in Combined Science and must be confident in planning, carrying out and analyzing practical investigations.
Paper 1: Biological processes - written examination, 37% of qualification. Paper 2: Biological diversity - written examination, 37% of qualification. Paper 3: Unified Biology - written examination, 26% of qualification. Practical skills are assessed throughout the course.
