Biology
Course summary
A level Biology covers the following topics: Biological molecules, Exchange surfaces, Transport in animals, Transport in plants, Communicable diseases, disease prevention and the immune system, Biodiversity, Classification and evolution, Communication and homeostasis, Excretion as an example of homeostatic control, Neuronal communication, Hormonal communication, Plant and animal responses, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Cellular control, Patterns of inheritance, Manipulating genomes , Cloning and biotechnology, Ecosystems, Populations and sustainability
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 6 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
Biology | Grade 7 in Biology | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 7-7 in Combined Science | — |
As published by the school
To study A levels at QPCS you have to achieve at least six GCSE grades 5 - 9. Grade 7 in the Biology Combined Science papers or Grade 7 in Separate Science Biology and Grade 6 in Maths
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Assessment
Assessment Written examinations. Practical skills - A series of practical activities are teacher assessed throughout the two years. It does not contribute to the final grade but the outcome does appear on your results certificate and may form part of a university offer. Mathematical skills - 10% of the assessment will now test mathematical skills.
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