Course information
Biology
Queens Park Community School - Brent
02084381700
Aylestone Avenue, London, NW6 7BQ
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

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

How you'll be assessed

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.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityBrent
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressAylestone Avenue, London, NW6 7BQ