Biology

Course summary

Biology is the study of the natural world and will take you on a journey through life, from the macroscopic environments that drive the biodiversity we see on Earth to the microscopic world of the cell and molecular interactions. Studying Biology at A Level will engage you with the complexities of Biological concepts and enable you to link these to concepts learnt in Chemistry and Physics. Whilst there is a lot of theory to learn, there will also be a great deal of analysis of experimental data as you will be trained in the skills needed to be a professional scientist. Strong mathematical and reasoning skills are essential. As well as A Level Chemistry, Biology is well supported by Mathematics and/ or Physics. Course Units: Unit 01: Biological molecules Unit 02: Cells Unit 03: Organisms exchange substances with their environment Unit 04: Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms Unit 05: Energy transfers in and between organisms Unit 06: Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments Unit 07: Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems Unit 08: The control of gene expression. Course Can Lead To: It is recommended to study Biology with A level Chemistry to access most of the biological options at university, including: Biological Science, Chemistry, Sport-Science or Psychology at degree level, or any one of the medical professions. Course Highlights: - A two-day Biology residential stay at, for example, Juniper Hall in the Surrey Hills. - Experiences such as The Imperial College London Genetic Workshop. - Compete against the best by entering the National Biology Olympiad Exam. - Work experience opportunities such as St George’s Hospital Healthcare Shadowing Scheme.