Biology is an exciting, practical based subject that uncovers the mysteries in living organisms; it will teach you how the human body works and how organisms adapt and change over time. During the course, you will be exposed to a wide range of practical work that will enable you to develop the techniques essential in a scientific career. Furthermore, you will develop problem-solving and communication skills through class and independent study. Throughout the course, you will be expected to analyze factual information and communicate your ideas in writing. The Biology A-Level has 8 distinct topics: • Biological molecules. • Cells. • How organisms exchange substances with the environment. • Genetic information, variation and relationships between other organisms. • Energy transfers in and between organisms. • How organisms respond to changes in internal and external environments. • Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems. • The control of gene expression.
GCSE Biology: Grade 6 or GCSE grades 6-6 in Combined Science GCSE Maths: 6 GCSE English: 5 These requirements are in addition to the general entry requirements on Page 5. have at least a grade 4 in both English Language and mathematics, and • have an average GCSE grade of at least a 5 in six GCSE subjects.
At the end of Year 12, you will be assessed in the first 4 topics of the course through two written examinations, each lasting 90 minutes and carrying 50% of the grade. At the end of Year 13, you will be assessed in all 8 topics through three written examinations, each lasting two hours. Two of the examination papers will assess your knowledge and understanding and will each form 35% of your final grade. The third examination paper will consist of questions on practical technique and data analysis and will also include an essay question; it will form the remaining 30% of your A-level grade.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Birmingham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Sheldon Heath Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2RZ |
Biology is an exciting, practical based subject that uncovers the mysteries in living organisms; it will teach you how the human body works and how organisms adapt and change over time. During the course, you will be exposed to a wide range of practical work that will enable you to develop the techniques essential in a scientific career. Furthermore, you will develop problem-solving and communication skills through class and independent study. Throughout the course, you will be expected to analyze factual information and communicate your ideas in writing. The Biology A-Level has 8 distinct topics: • Biological molecules. • Cells. • How organisms exchange substances with the environment. • Genetic information, variation and relationships between other organisms. • Energy transfers in and between organisms. • How organisms respond to changes in internal and external environments. • Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems. • The control of gene expression.
GCSE Biology: Grade 6 or GCSE grades 6-6 in Combined Science GCSE Maths: 6 GCSE English: 5 These requirements are in addition to the general entry requirements on Page 5. have at least a grade 4 in both English Language and mathematics, and • have an average GCSE grade of at least a 5 in six GCSE subjects.
At the end of Year 12, you will be assessed in the first 4 topics of the course through two written examinations, each lasting 90 minutes and carrying 50% of the grade. At the end of Year 13, you will be assessed in all 8 topics through three written examinations, each lasting two hours. Two of the examination papers will assess your knowledge and understanding and will each form 35% of your final grade. The third examination paper will consist of questions on practical technique and data analysis and will also include an essay question; it will form the remaining 30% of your A-level grade.
