Biology

Assessment

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.